University of South Carolina
Dir., Stu. Advs. & Career Dev.
🇺🇸
Columbia, SC
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$58K - $87K
💻
Career Services
🗓️
February 26th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Director of Student Advising and Career Development. This role involves providing medical students with advising resources and guidance to facilitate their transition to residency, developing career advising programs, leading faculty and advisor teams, analyzing data for continuous improvement, and collaborating across institutional departments to support student career success and professional growth.
Highlights
- Lead comprehensive career advising for medical students including residency application and match processes.
- Develop and maintain career advising models, tools, and specialty-specific data resources.
- Recruit, train, and provide professional development for advisors and mentors across medical specialties.
- Analyze institutional and national data to inform advising strategies and program improvements.
- Collaborate with Student Affairs, medical education leadership, faculty, and external partners.
- Required: Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of related experience or equivalent combination.
- Preferred: Master’s degree and experience in medical student affairs, career advising, or educational leadership.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based software is necessary.
- Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, standard schedule with some flexibility required.
- Compensation range: $57,779 - $86,669 annually.
Dir., Stu. Advs. & Career Dev. Full Description
Dir., Stu. Advs. & Career Dev.
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 April 10, 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 | STA00100PO26
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Career Services
USC Market Title | Student Career Services Specialist
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/142620
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Dir., Stu. Advs. & Career Dev.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Medicine Columbia
Department | SOMC Student Affairs
State Pay Range | G10
USC Market Range | MRG - $57,779 $72,224 $86,669
Anticipated Hiring Range | $57,779 - $86,669
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 | Administrative
Posting Number | STA00100PO26
Job Family | Academic and Career Counseling
Job Function | Career Services
USC Market Title | Student Career Services Specialist
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/142620
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Dir., Stu. Advs. & Career Dev.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Medicine Columbia
Department | SOMC Student Affairs
State Pay Range | G10
USC Market Range | MRG - $57,779 $72,224 $86,669
Anticipated Hiring Range | $57,779 - $86,669
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 | Administrative
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.
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.
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 Director of Student Advising and Career Development will provide students with resources and a supportive community of advisors, mentors, and staff to promote their development and transition from medical school to residency training. They will empower and guide students in setting and advancing their achievement of effective, individual-driven career and professional goals. They will procure and sustain a dedicated, qualified cadre of advisor and mentor resources equipped to enable effective student career decisions, and maintain resources necessary to advise, coach, and support students in making choices regarding their medical specialty areas, residencies, and careers, as well as guiding their professional interests and goals. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to policies, procedures and regulations.
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 |
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in a job-related field and 4 or more years of experience in medical student affairs, career advising, academic advising, or a related educational leadership role or other job-related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Detail-oriented, with the ability to work with various stakeholders to achieve a desired result.
Self-motivated and able to work independently and carefully manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with short deadlines in a high-volume environment. Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to analyze data to produce reports and for assessment purposes. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with key employers, visitors, professional contacts, faculty, staff, and administration. Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office and web-based software. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
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 |
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in a job-related field and 4 or more years of experience in medical student affairs, career advising, academic advising, or a related educational leadership role or other job-related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Detail-oriented, with the ability to work with various stakeholders to achieve a desired result.
Self-motivated and able to work independently and carefully manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with short deadlines in a high-volume environment. Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to analyze data to produce reports and for assessment purposes. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with key employers, visitors, professional contacts, faculty, staff, and administration. Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office and web-based software. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Career Advising & Student Support- Leads and delivers comprehensive career advising services which support students in identifying professional goals, specialty interests, and residency pathways.- Advises students on the residency application and match process, including timelines, policies, application materials, interviews, and rank list development.- Counsels students on specialty competitiveness, career options (including non-traditional pathways), and individualized strategies aligned with personal circumstances and institutional and national trends.- Provides targeted support to students facing academic, professional, or personal circumstances that may impact career outcomes, including advising unmatched students on revised short- and long-term plans.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Program Development & Resources- Develops, maintains, and continuously improves institutional career advising models, tools, and resources, integrating AAMC Careers in Medicine, FRIEDA, Match data, and other external benchmarks.- Ensures students and advisors have access to current, accurate, and specialty-specific data related to residency selection, application trends, and outcomes.- Creates and assesses structured programming which promotes professionalism, growth mindset, reflective practice, and values-based decision making.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Faculty, Staff, and Advisor Leadership
- Recruits, trains, and sustains a diverse and qualified cadre of faculty and staff advisors and mentors across medical specialties.
- Provides ongoing professional development, guidance, and assessment for advisors to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to best practices in career advising.
- Coordinates advising efforts across departments, offices, and the academic health center to ensure an integrated and cohesive student experience.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Data, Assessment & Continuous Improvement
- Analyzes institutional and national Match and career outcome data to inform advising strategies, student guidance, and program development.
- Monitors student career development plans and advising outcomes to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepares reports and analyses for Student Affairs leadership to support strategic planning, accreditation, and quality improvement initiatives.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Collaboration & Institutional Engagement- Collaborates closely with Student Affairs, Undergraduate Medical Education leadership, faculty, residency program leadership, and external partners.- Represents career advising within institutional committees and initiatives related to student success, professional development, and workforce planning.- Cultivates partnerships within the academic health center and broader professional community to expand career exploration and mentoring opportunities for students.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Program Development & Resources- Develops, maintains, and continuously improves institutional career advising models, tools, and resources, integrating AAMC Careers in Medicine, FRIEDA, Match data, and other external benchmarks.- Ensures students and advisors have access to current, accurate, and specialty-specific data related to residency selection, application trends, and outcomes.- Creates and assesses structured programming which promotes professionalism, growth mindset, reflective practice, and values-based decision making.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Faculty, Staff, and Advisor Leadership
- Recruits, trains, and sustains a diverse and qualified cadre of faculty and staff advisors and mentors across medical specialties.
- Provides ongoing professional development, guidance, and assessment for advisors to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to best practices in career advising.
- Coordinates advising efforts across departments, offices, and the academic health center to ensure an integrated and cohesive student experience.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Data, Assessment & Continuous Improvement
- Analyzes institutional and national Match and career outcome data to inform advising strategies, student guidance, and program development.
- Monitors student career development plans and advising outcomes to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepares reports and analyses for Student Affairs leadership to support strategic planning, accreditation, and quality improvement initiatives.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Collaboration & Institutional Engagement- Collaborates closely with Student Affairs, Undergraduate Medical Education leadership, faculty, residency program leadership, and external partners.- Represents career advising within institutional committees and initiatives related to student success, professional development, and workforce planning.- Cultivates partnerships within the academic health center and broader professional community to expand career exploration and mentoring opportunities for students.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15
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 | 04/01/2026
Job Open Date | 02/24/2026
Job Close Date | 04/10/2026
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 April 10, 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/202756
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 | 04/01/2026
Job Open Date | 02/24/2026
Job Close Date | 04/10/2026
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 April 10, 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/202756
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 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
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
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