University of South Carolina
College Advisor
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $45K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ October 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a College Advisor. The advisor will provide pre-college counseling and preparation to first-generation, low-income high school students, coordinating with guidance counselors to support student recruitment, academic planning, and post-secondary admissions processes.
Highlights
- Plan and conduct career, educational, social, and cultural activities and workshops for program students.
- Recruit, interview, and orient eligible students, maintaining relationships with public school personnel in Richland Districts 1 & 2.
- Administer academic post-secondary counseling and recruitment, including college visitations, financial aid workshops, and application assistance.
- Serve as an advocate and network with contacts in financial aid, admissions, and TRIO offices.
- Track students after high school completion and provide annual reports on program outcomes.
- Assist in management of the office during Coordinator's absence and oversee summer residential staff hiring and supervision.
- Facilitate workshops during the six-week summer residential phase.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred knowledge of TRIO programs and experience placing students into four-year institutions.
- Advertised salary range starts at $45,133, with full-time employment and a work schedule primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.
College Advisor Full Description
College Advisor
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 November 24, 2025
Posting Details
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Posting Summary
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Posting Number | RTF00220PO25
USC Market Title | Academic Advisor
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156147
Business Title (Internal Title) | College Advisor
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Enrollment Management
Department | EM TRIO Programs
Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 - 'Salary commensurate with qualifications'
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | M-F 8:30 to 5:00 Saturday as needed for scheduled sessions Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | RTF00220PO25
USC Market Title | Academic Advisor
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156147
Business Title (Internal Title) | College Advisor
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Enrollment Management
Department | EM TRIO Programs
Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 - 'Salary commensurate with qualifications'
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | M-F 8:30 to 5:00 Saturday as needed for scheduled sessions Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
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 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.
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
State Insurance Programs | Yes
Annual Leave | Yes
Sick Leave | Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Provide pre-college counseling and preparation for first generation high school students. Work with guidance counselors and high school students from Richland District 1 & 2.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 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 | Knowledge of TRIO Programs. Experience in counseling, advising and placing students into four year institutions of higher learning.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Able to communicate with high school students and various educational professionals to include guidance counselors at various high schools. Knowledge of admissions procedures for higher education institutions and able to communicate information in an effective manner.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 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 | Knowledge of TRIO Programs. Experience in counseling, advising and placing students into four year institutions of higher learning.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Able to communicate with high school students and various educational professionals to include guidance counselors at various high schools. Knowledge of admissions procedures for higher education institutions and able to communicate information in an effective manner.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Plan career, educational, social and cultural activities and workshops for program students through out the year.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Recruit, interview, and provide orientation to all new eligible students for the project each year. Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with public school personnel in the target high school for the purpose of recruiting new students. This shall include individual bimonthly meetings in the high schools with program students.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Responsible for administering the academic post-secondary counseling and recruitment components of the program. Arrange activities that provide complete post-secondary admissions, financial guidance to program students, including college visitations, financial aid and scholarship workshops and the identification of appropriate post-secondary educational institutions for each student, and helps with the completion of the applications. Establish a network of personal contacts in financial aid, admissions, and TRIO Offices and serve as an advocate for students with those offices. Provide a contact person for graduation seniors at their chosen college. Assist students in locating scholarships and ensure that each senior has been offered an adequate financial aid package. Give an annual report (oral & written) that details final statistics of the senior graduation class (college attended, SAT scores, scholarships, financial aid, etc.) Responsible for tracking program participants after they have completed high school.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Responsible for the administration of the project in the absence of the Coordinator. This shall include the everyday operations of the office.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Facilitate workshops for high school students during the six week summer residential phase.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Assist with the hiring, training, and supervision of summer residential staff. This includes assigning counselors to appropriate small groups of students during the summer residential phase.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Recruit, interview, and provide orientation to all new eligible students for the project each year. Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with public school personnel in the target high school for the purpose of recruiting new students. This shall include individual bimonthly meetings in the high schools with program students.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Responsible for administering the academic post-secondary counseling and recruitment components of the program. Arrange activities that provide complete post-secondary admissions, financial guidance to program students, including college visitations, financial aid and scholarship workshops and the identification of appropriate post-secondary educational institutions for each student, and helps with the completion of the applications. Establish a network of personal contacts in financial aid, admissions, and TRIO Offices and serve as an advocate for students with those offices. Provide a contact person for graduation seniors at their chosen college. Assist students in locating scholarships and ensure that each senior has been offered an adequate financial aid package. Give an annual report (oral & written) that details final statistics of the senior graduation class (college attended, SAT scores, scholarships, financial aid, etc.) Responsible for tracking program participants after they have completed high school.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Responsible for the administration of the project in the absence of the Coordinator. This shall include the everyday operations of the office.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Facilitate workshops for high school students during the six week summer residential phase.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Assist with the hiring, training, and supervision of summer residential staff. This includes assigning counselors to appropriate small groups of students during the summer residential phase.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
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
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 | 11/01/2025
Position End Date |
Job Open Date | 10/10/2025
Job Close Date | 11/24/2025
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 November 24, 2025
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196101
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 | 11/01/2025
Position End Date |
Job Open Date | 10/10/2025
Job Close Date | 11/24/2025
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 November 24, 2025
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196101
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 3 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
Optional Documents
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