University of South Carolina
Academic Program Liaison
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $60K - $85K
💻 Other
🗓️ August 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an Academic Program Liaison. This role serves as a liaison for the College of Engineering and Computing, managing academic program actions, accreditation, assessment, and articulation agreements, while coordinating curriculum changes and supporting faculty and staff with training and resources.
Highlights
- Manage academic program actions and serve as liaison between the College of Engineering and Computing and various university and external bodies including the Provost, Faculty Senate, and Commission on Higher Education.
- Coordinate course and curriculum proposal processes, train stakeholders, and ensure accurate updates to academic materials such as the Bulletin and Major Maps.
- Support academic program assessment and review to maintain compliance with ABET accreditation, SACS standards, and university policies.
- Manage articulation agreements and partnerships with other USC campuses and institutions, including MOUs and transfer equivalencies.
- Provide information management and support communication related to curricula, advisement, and special projects.
- Required skills include advanced verbal and written communication, analytical abilities, collaboration, and proficiency with student information and curricular management systems.
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field and four or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.
- Preferred experience in institutional research or assessment.
- Salary range: $59,581 to $85,000 annually with a starting salary of $59,581.
- Position includes full-time, 12-month employment with Monday to Friday schedule and benefits such as health insurance, retirement programs, paid leave, tuition benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Academic Program Liaison Full Description
Academic Program Liaison
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume' and list of contacts
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.
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 September 18, 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
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
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Posting Number | STA00658PO25
Job Family | Academic and Professional Training and Development
Job Function | Assessment
USC Market Title | Academic Assessment Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138740
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Academic Program Liaison
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Engineering and Computing
Department | CEC College of Engineering and Computing
State Pay Band | 7
Approved Starting Salary | $59,581
Advertised Salary Range | $59,581 - $85,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Generally Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Administrative
Posting Number | STA00658PO25
Job Family | Academic and Professional Training and Development
Job Function | Assessment
USC Market Title | Academic Assessment Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138740
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Academic Program Liaison
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Engineering and Computing
Department | CEC College of Engineering and Computing
State Pay Band | 7
Approved Starting Salary | $59,581
Advertised Salary Range | $59,581 - $85,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Generally Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Administrative
About USC
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.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Will serve as an Academic Program Liaison for MCEC and support accreditation and assessment. Capable to Design and deliver leadership, professional and skill-based training opportunities for faculty and staff. Should be bale to provide support at a high level on informational resources for academic program actions, university offices, as well as the Commission on Higher Education (CHE)
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with institutional research or assessment
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven analytical skills. Exceptional attention to detail and analytical ability Advanced communication skills. Ability to collaborate and promote accord within teams, and capability to work productively with limited supervision. Competency with computer software programs to enable the production of varying types of reports. Ability to synthesize high volumes of information and produce appropriate, relevant documentation. Knowledge of student information management and curricular management systems. The ability to manage, track, and execute multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to project a strong positive image of the college to many constituencies, both on- and off-campus. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Experience with institutional research or assessment
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven analytical skills. Exceptional attention to detail and analytical ability Advanced communication skills. Ability to collaborate and promote accord within teams, and capability to work productively with limited supervision. Competency with computer software programs to enable the production of varying types of reports. Ability to synthesize high volumes of information and produce appropriate, relevant documentation. Knowledge of student information management and curricular management systems. The ability to manage, track, and execute multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to project a strong positive image of the college to many constituencies, both on- and off-campus. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Academic Program Liaison: Serve as an Academic Program Liaison for MCEC. Serve as a subject matter expert on informational resources for academic program actions and as a communication channel between MCEC and the Provost, Faculty Senate, Committee on Curriculum and Courses, Graduate Council, and other university offices, as well as the Commission on Higher Education (CHE). Coordinate university processes for course and curriculum proposals, including pre-authorization processes, associated CHE actions, and APPS proposals; train and provide guidance to proponents and approvers. Coordinate changes among relevant units, including advising and departments, via establishing processes and implementing decision making that ensures effective implementation of course and program changes. Articulate changes in curriculum to impacted units. Ensure Bulletin, Major Maps, and website information are correctly updated subsequent to course and curriculum changes. Instigate review and updates of non-academic Bulletin information. Coordinate reports on academic program productivity to BOT, CHE, SACS, NC-SARA, and related units and organizations. When coordinating amongst other groups and committees will sometime lead and guide group meetings amongst peers while maintaining collaborative communications and efforts.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Program Assessment and Review: With the Associate Dean, provide college-level support for academic program assessment and review processes that ensure compliance with ABET accreditation criteria, SACS standards, and USC academic program review policies. Work with department faculty and staff to ensure best practices, provide training on the Assessment Plan Composer software used for assessment reporting, and provide consultation on assessment reports. Monitor academic program review schedules and requirements and communicate such with academic program leadership in MCEC. Coordinate the development, administration and reporting of program assessment surveys in collaboration with academic units. Assist with the planning and implementation of site visits and follow-up activities. Represent MCEC as an Academic Program Liason peer leader and its assessment and evaluation processes to university offices, including the Assessment Advisory Committee.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Articulation Agreements: Manage collaborative educational programs with other USC campuses and articulation agreements with other institutions. Within university partnership directives, establish and maintain academic MOUs and other partnerships: shepherd MOU approval processes, facilitate MOU-associated transfer equivalencies, communicate requirements, manage course and instructor approval processes, and monitor performance. Ensure associated Transfer Pathways and website information regarding collaborative programs are updated and correct. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Information and Communication Management: Provide support for collection and organization of information associated with curricula and instruction to inform advisement as well as for other internal stakeholders, coordinate information sharing for short-term special projects, collaborate with key leaders within student services, and promote graduation surveys. Serve on Career Center Council and other university committees as appropriate.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Program Assessment and Review: With the Associate Dean, provide college-level support for academic program assessment and review processes that ensure compliance with ABET accreditation criteria, SACS standards, and USC academic program review policies. Work with department faculty and staff to ensure best practices, provide training on the Assessment Plan Composer software used for assessment reporting, and provide consultation on assessment reports. Monitor academic program review schedules and requirements and communicate such with academic program leadership in MCEC. Coordinate the development, administration and reporting of program assessment surveys in collaboration with academic units. Assist with the planning and implementation of site visits and follow-up activities. Represent MCEC as an Academic Program Liason peer leader and its assessment and evaluation processes to university offices, including the Assessment Advisory Committee.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Articulation Agreements: Manage collaborative educational programs with other USC campuses and articulation agreements with other institutions. Within university partnership directives, establish and maintain academic MOUs and other partnerships: shepherd MOU approval processes, facilitate MOU-associated transfer equivalencies, communicate requirements, manage course and instructor approval processes, and monitor performance. Ensure associated Transfer Pathways and website information regarding collaborative programs are updated and correct. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Information and Communication Management: Provide support for collection and organization of information associated with curricula and instruction to inform advisement as well as for other internal stakeholders, coordinate information sharing for short-term special projects, collaborate with key leaders within student services, and promote graduation surveys. Serve on Career Center Council and other university committees as appropriate.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date | 10/01/2025
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/18/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume’ and list of contacts
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 September 18, 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
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193047
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date | 10/01/2025
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/18/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume’ and list of contacts
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 September 18, 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
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193047
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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