University of South Carolina is hiring an Associate Director for Financial Aid and Scholarships in Enrollment Management. Internally titled Senior Assistant Financial Aid Officer, the role supports the office's work assisting students across USC's Columbia campus with financial aid and scholarships.
Highlights
Supports financial aid and scholarship services for USC's Columbia campus
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 October 25, 2026.
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.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00677PO26 Job Family | Student Administrative Services Job Function | Financial Aid USC Market Title | Senior Assistant Financial Aid Officer Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/145657 Job Level | M3 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) | Associate Director Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Enrollment Management Department | EM Financial Aid and Scholarships State Pay Range | G11 USC Market Range | MRI - $71,310 $89,137 $106,965 Anticipated Hiring Range | $71,310 - $89,137 Location of Vacancy | Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm; one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Student Services
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. Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
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 | The Associate Director will oversee the administration of the Federal Direct Student and Parent Loan programs, along with the administration of private educational loans. These programs total over $250,00,000 annually.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 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 | Masters degree and two years experience in educational loan administration and 3 or more years of supervisory experience. Student financial aid experience required, preferably in a medium to large sized institution. Thorough knowledge of Direct Loan regulations required. Experience with a financial aid computer system essential. Supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Ability to work in a highly automated, complex organization. Should be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing with various publics. Leadership capabilities, a high energy level, and a sincere dedication to outstanding student service as well as outstanding organizational skills. Commitment to innovation, and the ability to be flexible when situations demand also required.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Remains current on the handling of Federal Direct Student and Parent Loans. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Assists in the office’s general student application review by reviewing applications, analyzing specific needs and situations, securing follow-up information when needed, and reviewing and adjusting awards when necessary. This is all accomplished with a thorough knowledge of the entire student financial aid process from application through delivery. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Provides training and updated information to the loan services team and to other staff as appropriate to accomplish the coordinated office effort necessary to meet the demands of the University’s educational student loan borrowers. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Counsels and advises student and parents regarding all general aspects of student financial aid with particular emphasis on educational loans. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Remains knowledgeable and assists in office efforts to provide debt management educational information and information about loan consolidation Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Maintains a thorough and current knowledge of private educational loan program opportunities and lenders, fostering working relationships with these institutions, and a disclosure of borrowing opportunities for students seeking such assistance. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Oversees the administration of Federal Direct Student and Parent Loans, maintaining compliant operational procedures and processes, communicating with borrowers about rights and responsibilities, assuring timely and accurate loan processing, and facilitating or resolving any federal reporting responsibilities. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 35
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.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | Job Open Date | 09/10/2026 Job Close Date | 10/25/2026 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 October 25, 2026. 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/213063 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Supplemental Questions
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* Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
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