Enrollment Management Central Office (EMCO) Coordinator

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Enrollment Management Central Office (EMCO) Coordinator. The coordinator manages business operations support including purchasing, travel, and human resource functions primarily for Admissions, Enrollment Data Analytics, Financial Aid, New Student Orientation, and the Visitor Center within the Enrollment Management unit. The role requires ensuring compliance with university policies while providing timely and accurate assistance to various departments.

Highlights

Support purchasing activities, including processing payments, purchase orders, and vendor coordination.
Coordinate travel tasks such as travel authorizations, expense reports, and travel card management.
Assist with HR functions including student hires, I-9 verification, and background checks.
Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with university purchasing, travel, and HR policies.
Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat extensively.
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred experience includes work in college or university business office settings and knowledge of university policies and systems.
Starting salary is $45,133 with a full-time, 37.5 hours per week schedule, Monday through Friday.
Primary departments supported: Admissions, Enrollment Data Analytics, Financial Aid, New Student Orientation, Visitor Center, with occasional assistance to TRIO and Registrar offices.
Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills are essential.

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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 December 22, 2025.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00895PO25
Job Family	Business Operations
Job Function	Business Operations
USC Market Title	Business Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132262
Job Level	P0 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Enrollment Management Central Office (EMCO) Coordinator
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Enrollment Management
Department	EM Enrollment Management
State Pay Band	5
Approved Starting Salary	$45,133
Advertised Salary Range	$45,133
Location of Vacancy	Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with one hour for lunch totaling 37.5 hours per week. This is an in-person on-campus position.
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.
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.

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.

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	Join the Enrollment Management Team! The Enrollment Management Central Office (EMCO) is looking for our next great team member! Our office supports seven dynamic departments across Enrollment Management, helping both staff and students with their business and HR needs. If you’re someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and meaningful impact, this could be the perfect fit for you. In this role, no two days are ever the same. You’ll handle a range of responsibilities — from purchasing and travel coordination to HR support — all while working alongside a collaborative, supportive team that values learning, balance, and fun. We’re seeking someone who is: A team player with excellent attention to detail Motivated and eager to learn new skills Ready to grow in a welcoming and positive environment Experience in human resources, purchasing, or accounts payable is a plus — but not required. We’ll provide thorough training to help you succeed. About the Role: EMCO Coordinator The EMCO Coordinator is an entry-level position ideal for someone starting their professional journey or exploring a new career path. You’ll play a key role in supporting the business operations of the Enrollment Management unit, providing timely, accurate assistance to offices across the division. Your primary focus will be serving: Admissions Enrollment Data Analytics Financial Aid New Student Orientation Visitor Center You may also assist other offices as needed, ensuring all departments have the operational support they need to thrive. This position requires attention to compliance with University policies related to purchasing, HR, and travel — and offers plenty of opportunities to connect and collaborate with departments across campus. Join us, and be part of a team that’s not only efficient and professional, but also genuinely enjoys what we do.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work 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	Prior work experience, particularly in college or university business office settings, is preferred. Knowledge of University of South Carolina policies, procedures, financial systems, and HR systems is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain confidential information are required. Must be sensitive to the private nature of personnel and financial information. Considerable computer mastery with specific knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat is essential. Must demonstrate strong analytical skills, the capacity to learn web-based financial and HR systems, and the ability to correctly interpret USC policies and procedures. Must be able to establish and sustain positive working relationships with staff, co-workers, and other internal constituents across campus. Must be able to manage sensitive personnel and financial situations and information with confidentiality and discretion. Ability to effectively and appropriately manage time and prioritize tasks is required. Must be able to manage multiple concurrent tasks of a varied nature. Must possess excellent organizational skills. Must be able to work independently with little direction as well as collaboratively within a team.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Provide support for purchasing within the unit of Enrollment Management (Admissions, Visitor’s Center, Enrollment Data Analytics, Financial Aid, and New Student Orientation with occasional assistance to TRIO and Registrar). Ensure that offices are in compliance with all related policies and procedures. Timely process, review, and submit staff requests for Payment Requests and Purchase Orders. Assist current and new vendors via Supplier Portal. Serve as a purchasing card holder for department purchases. Timely notify supervisor of problems or concerns with purchasing activity. Maintain confidentiality for all transactions and submissions. Assist as needed and directed by the Assistant Director of Business Operations.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	40

Job Duty	Provide support for travel functions within the unit of Enrollment Management (Admissions, Visitor’s Center, Enrollment Data Analytics, Financial Aid, and New Student Orientation with occasional assistance to TRIO and Registrar). Ensure that offices are in compliance with all related policies and procedures. Timely process, review, and submit staff requests for Travel Authorizations and Expense Reports. Assist new and current staff with PS Finance banking inquiries. Serve as a travel card holder for department purchases. Timely notify supervisor of problems or concerns with travel activity. Maintain confidentiality for all transactions and submissions.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	40

Job Duty	Provide support for personnel functions for the offices within the unit of Enrollment Management (Admissions, Visitor Center, Enrollment Data Analytics, Financial Aid, and New Student Orientation with occasional assistance to TRIO and Registrar). Follow HR policies and procedures to timely and accurately assist with completing actions such as student hires, I-9 verifications, and background checks as needed. Attend annual refresher training for student hires. Maintain confidentiality for all transactions and submissions. Assist as needed and directed by the Assistant Director of HR.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Perform other general office functions as needed and other duties as assigned. General office functions include office supply orders, maintaining memos, EMCO Calendar, campus mail runs, contracts, and other tasks as needed and directed.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

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.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date	11/07/2025
Job Close Date	12/22/2025
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* December 22, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197631
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.

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* Why are you interested in this position?
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* What is your experience in working as part of a team and what qualities do you feel you would bring to a team?
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