Logo:Posting Number:STA00084PO25
Job Family:Student Enrichment
Job Function:Student Life
USC Market Title:Student Life Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/134003
Job Level:P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title):Coord for Campus Programs
Campus:Columbia
Work County:Richland
College/Division:Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department:SAAS Student Life
State Pay Band:5
Approved Starting Salary:$41,258
Advertised Salary Range:$41,258-salary commensurate with qualifications
Part/Full Time:Full Time
Hours per Week:37.5
Work Schedule:Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis :12 months
Job Search Category:Student Services
About University of South Carolina:From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement:At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Advertised Job Summary:Coordinator for Campus Programs· Would you enjoy working in a student-centered environment and organizing and managing events?· Do you have experience mentoring and advising students?· Are you a self-starter with excellent communication skills?
The Coordinator for Campus Programs contributes to the success of the unit by coordinating the creation of a departmental calendar of robust offerings of student events and programs that lead to student success and retention, which may include late-night programming, campus traditions and other general unit initiatives. This role executes and manages events, advises students and student organizations, assists with branding for the unit, supports data collection and collaborates with external offices to ensure the programming and events are supporting a diverse study body.
Day to Day for this position:· Event Management for events and programs· Create a calendar of offerings including late-night programming and campus traditions· Advises student organizationsPerks· Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!· 15 paid vacation days· 15 paid sick days· 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
· An engaging and collaborative environment.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications:May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Knowledge of the basic principles and theories of student development, educational administration, and public relations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and the general public, to identify, develop and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community, and to develop budgets and monitor expenditures. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and possess a great deal of flexibility. This position will be asked to flex time to work some nights and weekends for functions and events.
Job Duty:Event Management: Responsible for planning, managing, and organizing functions and events. Obtain all necessary services and supplies. Secure appropriate facility space. Care for patrons from marketing through implementation. Will execute contractual and payment procedures.
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:25
Job Duty:Student Enrichment: Support the development of students’ academic and personal goals. Provide opportunities for student engagement within the USC community through all phases of student leadership and/or employment. Work with the unit to create a calendar of offerings of student events and programs Including late-night programming, campus traditions and other initiatives. Additionally, this role will support the unit’s campus-wide branding efforts; develop, maintain, and adjust departmental budgetary account
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:20
Job Duty:Student Services: Contribute to the quality of students learning experience and academic success by transitioning students to a campus environment and meeting any specific academic resource needs they may have. Support and collect data and feedback regarding support and participation.
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:20
Job Duty:Financial Operations: Complete planning, analysis and control operations responsible for the management of funds. Ensure compliance with university policies, and state and federal laws and regulations
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:15
Job Duty:Administrative Support: Serve the administrative needs of the unit. Ensure effectiveness of daily operations of supported areas which may include contract management, data entry, assessment, records management, and assisting in the specific needs of the area.
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:15
Job Duty:Other Duties as assigned
Essential Function:Yes
Percentage of Time:5
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:No
Hazardous weather category:Essential
Number of Vacancies:1
Desired Start Date:06/02/2025
Job Open Date:02/04/2025
Job Close Date:03/21/2025
Open Until Filled:No
Special Instructions to Applicant:Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 21, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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