University of South Carolina
Asst Dir for Scholar Recruit
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $54K
💻 Other
🗓️ August 20th, 2025
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring an Assistant Director for Scholar Recruitment. This role involves managing a strategic student services program to recruit high-achieving students, overseeing outreach, admissions, enrollment, and supervising student coordinators and volunteers while implementing recruiting initiatives statewide and nationally.
Highlights
- Manage recruitment strategies and outreach for high-achieving students including South Carolina Honors College and Top Scholars programs.
- Hire, train, and supervise up to three Scholar Recruitment Student Coordinators and up to 20 paid student hosts for recruitment events.
- Coordinate recruitment events both on- and off-campus, including travel and virtual presentations.
- Maintain communication and represent the university to prospective students and counselors via various channels.
- Review admissions applications and contribute to admissions decisions based on policy.
- Use Ellucian Banner student information system and Technolutions Slate for data management and reporting.
- Requires bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience or equivalent combination; valid driver's license mandatory.
- Preferred 3-5 years of college admissions experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Position offers a starting salary of $54,165 with full-time, 37.5 hour workweek schedule including some evenings and weekends.
- Works within the Enrollment Management division supporting the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Asst Dir for Scholar Recruit Full Description
Asst Dir for Scholar Recruit
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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 5, 2025.
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Posting Number | STA00687PO25
Job Family | Enrollment Management
Job Function | Student Services
USC Market Title | Student Services Program Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132684
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Asst Dir for Scholar Recruit
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Enrollment Management
Department | EM Undergraduate Admissions
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165
Location of Vacancy |
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
Posting Number | STA00687PO25
Job Family | Enrollment Management
Job Function | Student Services
USC Market Title | Student Services Program Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132684
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Asst Dir for Scholar Recruit
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Enrollment Management
Department | EM Undergraduate Admissions
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165
Location of Vacancy |
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 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 | Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director for Scholar Recruitment, the Assistant Director for Scholar Recruitment is responsible for managing execution of a comprehensive student services strategy for recruiting high-achieving students, including the top- ranked South Carolina Honors College, our prestigious Top Scholars program, and the Capstone Scholars program. The Assistant Director establishes policies and procedures in conjunction with the senior assistant director and senior associate director. The Assistant Director recommends changes for the recruiting strategy of high-achieving students, develops and implements long-range plans and objectives, and works extensively to develop strategies and operational directives.
The Assistant Director is responsible for outreach, recruitment, admissions and enrollment of high-achieving students. The Assistant Director represents the university to prospective high-achieving students and counselors when they visit campus, write or call the office, and when they require special programs or individual counseling. The Assistant Director implements recruiting strategies throughout the state and nation, which includes travel and virtual sessions.
The Assistant Director will directly hire and supervise up to three Scholar Recruitment Student Coordinators who will assist with data entry, connecting with prospective students, event planning and coordination, fulfillment requests, and more. The Assistant Director will also coordinate all student volunteer needs for the area, including managing up to 20 paid Scholar Host team members and any additional volunteers for Top Scholar weekend.
The Assistant Director reviews applications for admission, assists with major on- and off-campus recruitment events and is expected to travel and conduct admissions presentations.
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 | Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications | 3-5 years experience in college or university admissions. Experience using Ellucian Banner student information system and Technolutions Slate.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keen attention to detail is required. Ability to appropriately manage time and prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently is required. Must be able to work independently and with little direct supervision, but also collaboratively as a member of a team. Must be able to operate a personal computer. Must have the ability to maintain confidential information. Must possess and maintain a positive, customer-friendly attitude. Must be able to motivate others. Must be able to negotiate with and persuade others. Must be able to cultivate and manage key relationships. Must be able to coordinate and schedule the work of others. Requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Position requires weekend and evening work. Able to operate a motor vehicle.. This position requires evening and weekend work.
The Assistant Director is responsible for outreach, recruitment, admissions and enrollment of high-achieving students. The Assistant Director represents the university to prospective high-achieving students and counselors when they visit campus, write or call the office, and when they require special programs or individual counseling. The Assistant Director implements recruiting strategies throughout the state and nation, which includes travel and virtual sessions.
The Assistant Director will directly hire and supervise up to three Scholar Recruitment Student Coordinators who will assist with data entry, connecting with prospective students, event planning and coordination, fulfillment requests, and more. The Assistant Director will also coordinate all student volunteer needs for the area, including managing up to 20 paid Scholar Host team members and any additional volunteers for Top Scholar weekend.
The Assistant Director reviews applications for admission, assists with major on- and off-campus recruitment events and is expected to travel and conduct admissions presentations.
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 | Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications | 3-5 years experience in college or university admissions. Experience using Ellucian Banner student information system and Technolutions Slate.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keen attention to detail is required. Ability to appropriately manage time and prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently is required. Must be able to work independently and with little direct supervision, but also collaboratively as a member of a team. Must be able to operate a personal computer. Must have the ability to maintain confidential information. Must possess and maintain a positive, customer-friendly attitude. Must be able to motivate others. Must be able to negotiate with and persuade others. Must be able to cultivate and manage key relationships. Must be able to coordinate and schedule the work of others. Requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Position requires weekend and evening work. Able to operate a motor vehicle.. This position requires evening and weekend work.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Hire, train and directly supervise up to 3 Scholar Recruitment Student Coordinators who will assist with data entry, connect with prospective students, event planning and coordination, fulfillment requests, and more. When positions are vacated, hire new students as quickly as possible and build a staffing schedule that maximizes hours of operation. Regularly assess and monitor student progress. Meet individually with student employees to discuss expectations. Provide ongoing training, mentorship and support to ensure students can accurately answer questions and be available to answer questions as needed. Manage, hire, and train up to 20 paid student employees to serve as the Scholar Host Team for Top Scholar Weekend events. Coordinate additional student volunteer opportunities to support Top Scholar Weekend.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Manage execution of the comprehensive recruitment strategy for the nationwide pool of high-achieving students. Coordinate visits to targeted high schools, manage staffing for both in-person and virtual strategic outreach events throughout both the recruitment and yield seasons, and answer student questions within the target population. Advise prospective high-achieving students on admission to the university, merit scholarships and program experiences for Carolina Elite. Meet with campus visitors and conduct information sessions for this population of students. Manage Honors email and text inboxes and respond to inquiries in person, in writing, virtually and by phone and email. Travel and represent USC in recruiting and instructional programs when necessary. Disseminate USC admissions materials, supplies, and information. Responsible for presentations and speaking engagements.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Serve a primary liaison for the Capstone Scholars Program, acting as the central point of contact between the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Capstone staff. Coordinate recruitment strategies, yield initiatives, and provide guidance and training to admissions staff and students on program benefits, eligibility criteria, and messaging in conjunction with leadership, establish policies and procedures for Capstone while recommending changes for the recruitment strategy of the program. Develop and implement long- range plans and objectives for the recruitment of Capstone Scholars.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | When in-house, conduct weekly informational admissions sessions, assist with coverage, walk-in visitors, and special projects as needed. Participate in both on- and off-campus events. Compile data for scholar recruitment events, ensure timely and accurate entry of attendee data, interactions, and outcomes in the office’s CRM (Slate). Collaborate with the Senior Assistant Director for Scholar Recruitment to generate post-event reports, assess outreach effectiveness, and inform future scholar recruitment strategies.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Review applications for admissions and make decisions based on department policy. Participate in intra-and inter-office planning and coordination. Act as USC’s representative to state and national professional committees. Participate in training to develop the professional skills needed for success in enrollment management. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Manage execution of the comprehensive recruitment strategy for the nationwide pool of high-achieving students. Coordinate visits to targeted high schools, manage staffing for both in-person and virtual strategic outreach events throughout both the recruitment and yield seasons, and answer student questions within the target population. Advise prospective high-achieving students on admission to the university, merit scholarships and program experiences for Carolina Elite. Meet with campus visitors and conduct information sessions for this population of students. Manage Honors email and text inboxes and respond to inquiries in person, in writing, virtually and by phone and email. Travel and represent USC in recruiting and instructional programs when necessary. Disseminate USC admissions materials, supplies, and information. Responsible for presentations and speaking engagements.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Serve a primary liaison for the Capstone Scholars Program, acting as the central point of contact between the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Capstone staff. Coordinate recruitment strategies, yield initiatives, and provide guidance and training to admissions staff and students on program benefits, eligibility criteria, and messaging in conjunction with leadership, establish policies and procedures for Capstone while recommending changes for the recruitment strategy of the program. Develop and implement long- range plans and objectives for the recruitment of Capstone Scholars.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | When in-house, conduct weekly informational admissions sessions, assist with coverage, walk-in visitors, and special projects as needed. Participate in both on- and off-campus events. Compile data for scholar recruitment events, ensure timely and accurate entry of attendee data, interactions, and outcomes in the office’s CRM (Slate). Collaborate with the Senior Assistant Director for Scholar Recruitment to generate post-event reports, assess outreach effectiveness, and inform future scholar recruitment strategies.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Review applications for admissions and make decisions based on department policy. Participate in intra-and inter-office planning and coordination. Act as USC’s representative to state and national professional committees. Participate in training to develop the professional skills needed for success in enrollment management. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
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 |
Job Open Date | 08/19/2025
Job Close Date | 09/05/2025
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 September 5, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193592
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 |
Job Open Date | 08/19/2025
Job Close Date | 09/05/2025
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 September 5, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193592
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 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
- * Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
- * Why are you interested in this position, and how does it align with your skills and goals?
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience working with high-achieving or scholarship-eligible students.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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