University of South Carolina
Business Manager
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $54K - $81K
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ July 28th, 2025
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University of South Carolina is hiring a Business Manager. The role manages the administrative, student services, and admissions activities for the Physician Assistant Program while serving as the department's HR liaison and ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations.
Highlights
- Manage administrative functions, student services, and admissions for the Physician Assistant Program.
- Serve as HR liaison and coordinate with the School of Medicine HR office.
- Utilize software such as Zoom, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Blackboard, PeopleSoft, Adobe Pro, and SurveyMonkey.
- Administer department finances including budget tracking, processing payments, purchase orders, travel reimbursements, and credit card management.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations in business operations.
- Required minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field with 2+ years of related experience or equivalent certification/training.
- Preferred qualifications include a master’s in Student Services or related field, or a bachelor’s degree with 2 years related experience.
- Work closely with various university departments including School of Medicine accounting, USC Controller’s Office, Accounts Payable, Travel, and USC Foundation.
- Salary range from $54,165 to $81,247 per year.
- Full-time position with standard hours of 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, requiring flexibility to meet department needs.
Business Manager Full Description
Business Manager
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 8, 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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Posting Number | STA00611PO25
Job Family | Business Operations
Job Function | Business Operations
USC Market Title | Business Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132274
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Business Manager
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Medicine Columbia
Department | SOMC Physician Assistant Program
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165-$81,247
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 | Other Professional
Posting Number | STA00611PO25
Job Family | Business Operations
Job Function | Business Operations
USC Market Title | Business Manager
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132274
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Business Manager
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Medicine Columbia
Department | SOMC Physician Assistant Program
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165-$81,247
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 | 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.
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 | Under general supervision, manages the administrative, student services, and admissions management activities for the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. Serves as the department’s HR liaison and works closely with SOMCHR Office. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | 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.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Masters degree in Student Services or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Proficient with Zoom, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Blackboard, PeopleSoft, PeopleSoft Time and Labor Mgmt. System, Adobe Pro, Document management systems, SurveyMonkey, and other required program software applications Knowledge of policies, procedures, and program services Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative function Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to communicate effectively Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance polies, procedures, and regulations
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | 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.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Masters degree in Student Services or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Proficient with Zoom, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Blackboard, PeopleSoft, PeopleSoft Time and Labor Mgmt. System, Adobe Pro, Document management systems, SurveyMonkey, and other required program software applications Knowledge of policies, procedures, and program services Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative function Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to communicate effectively Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance polies, procedures, and regulations
Job Duties
Job Duty | Researches department expenditures using the PeopleSoft General Ledger Maintains internal records of expenditures to assist Program Director with annual budget
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Answers students’ financial aid and tuition questions or directs them to the appropriate department Manages scholarship payments and reimbursements when necessary Monitors and pays for faculty licenses and professional memberships. Gathers supporting documentation and drafts approval memos from department heads Orders exam boxes for Year 2 students Accesses Data Warehouse for course building Accesses Self Service for student course registration Assists Program Director with administrative paperwork to include departmental personnel file documentation, MPOS forms, and Comp Exam clearance forms for graduation.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | Processes direct payments to vendors and reimbursements to employees Creates purchase orders when necessary Processes honorariums when necessary Creates travel authorizations and processes employee travel reimbursements Reconciles travelcard Collects seat deposits and submits to the USC Foundation account Submits check requests and required documentation via PaperSave
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Sorts and scans all accounting documentation to share drive for reference and data collection Works closely with School of Medicine accounting personnel and the USC Controller’s Office to ensure that PA Program accounting practices are compliant with policy and procedures. Works closely with SOM accounting, USC Accounts Payable, USC Travel, and The Foundation to resolve approval issues in a timely manner Regularly takes refresher training to ensure compliance with updated accounting policies and procedures
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
Job Duty | Manages the department travel credit card Processes all travel reimbursements for department Manages department Purchase Card and works closely with SOM accounting and the USC
Purchasing Department to ensure compliance Manages department Staples Advantage and Amazon Business accounts Purchases office and educational supplies for department and tracks expenditures Works with IT to purchase computers, printers and other tech supplies Creates purchase orders for major expenses Ensures that contracts are completed for foundation reimbursement.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | Performs Other Duties as assigned
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Answers students’ financial aid and tuition questions or directs them to the appropriate department Manages scholarship payments and reimbursements when necessary Monitors and pays for faculty licenses and professional memberships. Gathers supporting documentation and drafts approval memos from department heads Orders exam boxes for Year 2 students Accesses Data Warehouse for course building Accesses Self Service for student course registration Assists Program Director with administrative paperwork to include departmental personnel file documentation, MPOS forms, and Comp Exam clearance forms for graduation.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | Processes direct payments to vendors and reimbursements to employees Creates purchase orders when necessary Processes honorariums when necessary Creates travel authorizations and processes employee travel reimbursements Reconciles travelcard Collects seat deposits and submits to the USC Foundation account Submits check requests and required documentation via PaperSave
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Sorts and scans all accounting documentation to share drive for reference and data collection Works closely with School of Medicine accounting personnel and the USC Controller’s Office to ensure that PA Program accounting practices are compliant with policy and procedures. Works closely with SOM accounting, USC Accounts Payable, USC Travel, and The Foundation to resolve approval issues in a timely manner Regularly takes refresher training to ensure compliance with updated accounting policies and procedures
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
Job Duty | Manages the department travel credit card Processes all travel reimbursements for department Manages department Purchase Card and works closely with SOM accounting and the USC
Purchasing Department to ensure compliance Manages department Staples Advantage and Amazon Business accounts Purchases office and educational supplies for department and tracks expenditures Works with IT to purchase computers, printers and other tech supplies Creates purchase orders for major expenses Ensures that contracts are completed for foundation reimbursement.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30
Job Duty | Performs 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 | 07/25/2025
Job Close Date | 09/08/2025
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 8, 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/191900
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 | 07/25/2025
Job Close Date | 09/08/2025
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 8, 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/191900
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 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?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
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