Associate Director (SC TEACHER)

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Associate Director (SC TEACHER) to lead the development and implementation of new services and supports targeting South Carolina districts, focusing especially on rural districts according to legislative directives. The role involves expanding organizational effectiveness, creating budgets and work plans, innovating programs, revising SOPs, and addressing rural educator recruitment and retention challenges.

Highlights

Lead program development and operations for SC TEACHER services, including workshops, symposiums, and resource allocation focused on rural districts.
Create and oversee budgets and work plans for multiple projects while revising operational procedures as needed.
Engage in policy strategy and stakeholder communication to support team and organizational goals.
Oversee development of online reporting and tracking systems for strategic planning and transparent reporting.
Required minimum education: Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of related experience, including management.
Preferred qualification: Doctorate degree and 2+ years' experience in statewide agencies.
Strong leadership, strategic planning, policy knowledge, communication, and financial management skills necessary.
Support focuses on rural districts with educator workforce stability challenges, addressing recruitment and retention.
Full-time, 37.5 hours weekly with a standard 8:00am – 5:00pm schedule and some flexibility for occasional nights/weekends.
Position category: Staff Time-Limited (12 months), with salary commensurate with qualifications.

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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 July 11, 2026.

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Posting Summary

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Posting Number	RTF00118PO26
USC Market Title	Academic Program Director
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156149
Business Title (Internal Title)	Associate Director (SC TEACHER)
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	College of Education
Department	CED College of Education
Anticipated Hiring Range	Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy	This is a hybrid position
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Occasional Nights and Weekends
Type of Staff Position	Staff Time-Limited (STL)
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Other Professional

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.

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 Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), 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 UofSC 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.

South Carolina Retirement	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Associate Director of SC TEACHER is a senior leadership position that will lead the development and implementation of a suite of new services and supports to SC districts, with a specific focus on rural districts with specific legislative incentives provided via SC legislation directives; Expand and monitor organizational effectiveness; create budgets and work plans for a variety of projects; make creative decisions on next level innovations; and revise/create SOPs as operations evolve.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and at least 8 years of job related experience, including some prior management experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Requires a doctorate degree and experience 2 or more years of experience leading/working in a statewide agency.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Leadership Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills necessary to guide diverse teams and build effective partnerships across stakeholder groups. Ability to foster innovation, adaptability, and strategic alignment in dynamic organizational environments. Strategic & Analytical Thinking Strong strategic planning, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Ability to synthesize research, policy, financial, and operational information to support informed decision-making. Policy & Regulatory Knowledge Knowledge of education systems, public policy, legislative processes, and regulatory compliance. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Communication Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly to varied audiences. Ability to develop effective relationships with educators, policymakers, community partners, and organizational leaders. Operational & Financial Management Knowledge of project management, organizational operations, and multi-agency budget oversight practices. Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accountability, and support transparent reporting systems. Research & Data Utilization Knowledge of research methodologies, data interpretation, and evidence-informed practices. Ability to translate research and data into practical resources, recommendations, and strategic guidance.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Program Leadership & Operations The Associate Director will determine how to best position SC TEACHER as the service and support broker to support SC leaders’ understanding of the data and research generated from SC TEACHER (and other sources) and connect leaders to resources that guide action for improvement; Will create/oversee budgets and work plans for a variety of projects. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and facilitating workshops for district leaders, planning and hosting an annual symposium, and providing ongoing support for district teams. Will revise and create SOP’s as operations evolve. A primary function of this role will be to address the needs of rural districts and allocate resources for educator workforce stability, including revising and enforcing guidelines, tracking impacts and results to develop and refine the implementation of a statewide system to address persistent rural recruitment and retention needs.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	40

Job Duty	Policy & Stakeholder Engagement The Associate Director will collaboratively develop and execute a strategy to support the team in achieving organizational goals and intended impact, with a primary focus on rural districts facing persistent challenges. This will include support and development of team members. Externally, this includes understanding the SC political landscape, effectively communicating about both policy and practice, and navigating and thriving amid the complexities of the SC TEACHER workplace.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Job Duty	Research, Data & Reporting Systems The Associate Director will connect and deepen the impact of work focused on supporting districts in the state that face the most persistent challenges of recruiting and retaining educators, including but not limited to overseeing a new online reporting and tracking system to be designed for strategic planning, transparent reporting and tracking, and ease of access by end users.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential
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.	No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	07/01/2026
Position End Date
Job Open Date	05/27/2026
Job Close Date	07/11/2026
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 July 11, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/206952
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

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* Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and at least 8 years of job related experience, including some prior management experience?
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Applicant Documents

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Cover Letter
Resume
List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
Other Supporting Documents

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