University of South Carolina
Global Fellows Program Lead
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $45K - $53K
💻 Other
🗓️ August 13th, 2025
SaaS
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Global Fellows Program Lead. The role involves collaborating with key stakeholders to organize educational programs, develop co-curricular initiatives, and promote cross-cultural dialogue on campus while managing administrative tasks, budgeting, and student support.
Highlights
- Develop and execute a programming calendar with support from the Faculty Director that aligns with Living and Learning Community (LLC) goals.
- Track program attendance, assess effectiveness, and manage reservable spaces and facility maintenance requests.
- Administer grants and scholarships for study abroad and undergraduate research in coordination with campus partners.
- Provide marketing and communication support including social media and recruitment materials.
- Supervise graduate students, student workers, and student leaders/ambassadors.
- Coordinate academic linked courses, monitor students' academic progress, and facilitate high-impact practices like study abroad and service learning.
- Required skills include strong organizational and management capabilities, effective communication, multitasking, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google products.
- Compensation ranges from $45,133 to $52,668 annually with full-time (37.5 hours per week) employment.
- Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience; a master's degree and experience with international and cross-cultural education preferred.
- Works with students, faculty, Residential Life, Financial Aid, Education Abroad, Office of Undergraduate Research, and other university departments.
Global Fellows Program Lead Full Description
Global Fellows Program Lead
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 26, 2025.
Logo
Posting Number | STA00656PO25
Job Family | Student Enrichment
Job Function | Student Life
USC Market Title | Student Life Program Lead
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/153778
Job Level | M0 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title) | Global Fellows Program Lead
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Global Fellows
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $45,133
Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 - $52,668
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
hours may vary to meet the needs of the department
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | STA00656PO25
Job Family | Student Enrichment
Job Function | Student Life
USC Market Title | Student Life Program Lead
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/153778
Job Level | M0 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title) | Global Fellows Program Lead
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Global Fellows
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $45,133
Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 - $52,668
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
hours may vary 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 | Global Fellows Program Lead
Do you enjoy building bridges between academic departments and student life? Can you create meaningful connections between students from diverse backgrounds? Can you juggle programming, budgeting, and student support with ease and enthusiasm? Do you thrive in roles that blend strategy, creativity, and mentorship? Are you ready to lead initiatives that make global learning personal and powerful?
This is the job for you!
The Global Fellows Living and Learning Community (LLC) Program Lead collaborates with the Faculty Director and Residential Life Coordinator in organizing educational programs, developing co-curricular initiatives, and promoting cross-cultural dialogue on campus.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:1. In conjunction with the Faculty Director, develop a programming calendar with events that support the LLC goals that comply with Faculty Director programming expectations2. Attend programs, track attendance of programs and assess overall effectiveness.3. Administrative operations such as managing reservable spaces, submitting facility maintenance requests, and monitoring spending within budget guidelines4. Support Global Fellows by administering grants and scholarships for study abroad and undergraduate research projects, as well as working with campus partners in Financial Aid, Education Abroad, and the Office of Undergraduate Research to facilitate these grants and scholarships.
Perks: Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
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 | Master’s degree and 2 years. Experience working with college students in and outside the classroom. Educational background and knowledge related to international themes and cross-cultural dialogue.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Strong organizational and management skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work independently. Ability to work with students in formal and informal capacities. Ability to multitask in a very busy and interactive student community. Ability to maintain productive working relationships with Preston faculty and staff, colleagues in University Housing, Student Affairs, Campus Dining, and other campus departments. Working knowledge of MS operating system (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and PowerPoint) and Google products (calendar, forms, and docs). Expertise in preparing, reporting, and interpreting reports. Skilled in marketing and social media. Ability to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working times, including nights and weekends.
Do you enjoy building bridges between academic departments and student life? Can you create meaningful connections between students from diverse backgrounds? Can you juggle programming, budgeting, and student support with ease and enthusiasm? Do you thrive in roles that blend strategy, creativity, and mentorship? Are you ready to lead initiatives that make global learning personal and powerful?
This is the job for you!
The Global Fellows Living and Learning Community (LLC) Program Lead collaborates with the Faculty Director and Residential Life Coordinator in organizing educational programs, developing co-curricular initiatives, and promoting cross-cultural dialogue on campus.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:1. In conjunction with the Faculty Director, develop a programming calendar with events that support the LLC goals that comply with Faculty Director programming expectations2. Attend programs, track attendance of programs and assess overall effectiveness.3. Administrative operations such as managing reservable spaces, submitting facility maintenance requests, and monitoring spending within budget guidelines4. Support Global Fellows by administering grants and scholarships for study abroad and undergraduate research projects, as well as working with campus partners in Financial Aid, Education Abroad, and the Office of Undergraduate Research to facilitate these grants and scholarships.
Perks: Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
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 | Master’s degree and 2 years. Experience working with college students in and outside the classroom. Educational background and knowledge related to international themes and cross-cultural dialogue.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Strong organizational and management skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work independently. Ability to work with students in formal and informal capacities. Ability to multitask in a very busy and interactive student community. Ability to maintain productive working relationships with Preston faculty and staff, colleagues in University Housing, Student Affairs, Campus Dining, and other campus departments. Working knowledge of MS operating system (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and PowerPoint) and Google products (calendar, forms, and docs). Expertise in preparing, reporting, and interpreting reports. Skilled in marketing and social media. Ability to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working times, including nights and weekends.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Programming In conjunction with the Faculty Director, develop a programming calendar with events that support the LLC goals and that complies with Faculty Director programming expectations Plan the logistics of LLC programs In conjunction with the Faculty Director, attend programs Track attendance tracking at programs and events Assess program effectiveness
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Administrative Operations Manage reservable spaces Submit facility maintenance requests Monitor spending and stay within budget guidelines Communicate with LLC students, staff, and departments across the university Participate in the LLC application and selection process Provide Marketing and communication support, in coordination with SAAS Communications, such as social media, website updates, and recruitment materials
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Support Global Fellows Administer grants and scholarships for study abroad and undergraduate research projects. Work with campus partners in Financial Aid, Education Abroad, and the Office of Undergraduate Research to facilitate these grants and scholarships. Create annual application processes and assist in reviewing applicants. Complete administrative processes necessary to distribute funds to award winners. Language Table Liaison: assist in recruiting, training and supervising the Language Table Coordinator in conjunction with the Faculty Director. Collaborate with the Language Table Coordinator to liaise with faculty in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures and internationally-focused student organizations to serve as a beyond the classroom language learning hub open to all USC students. Serve annually on the International Education Week committee. Assist in creating, facilitating and promoting international cultural events across campus each Fall. Additional study abroad support. In addition to coordinating study abroad programs, the Global Fellows program lead sets up and maintains the Marketplace account for the management of student programming fees. In conjunction with the Faculty Director, the Program Lead attends and chaperones the study abroad program. Serve as primary student organization advisor for the Global Fellows Ambassadors.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Academic Progress & High Impact Practices Coordinate linked courses (Common University 101 courses; two courses taken by the same group of students) Monitor academic progress and making referrals to the Student Success Center when needed Coordinate high impact activity logistics such as study abroad, undergraduate research, and service learning (as applicable)
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Supervision Supervise the graduate student, student workers, and, if applicable, student leaders/ambassadors Schedule employees Communicate the work that employees need to complete Provide critical and encouraging feedback
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | LLC Recruitment
In conjunction with the Faculty Director, staff fall and spring Admissions events meet with students and parents during orientation communicate with community members prior to arrival on campus
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Procurement Identify the item(s) to be purchased Solicit quotes if required Work with SAAS Finance team for any purchases
Other Duties as Assigned
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Administrative Operations Manage reservable spaces Submit facility maintenance requests Monitor spending and stay within budget guidelines Communicate with LLC students, staff, and departments across the university Participate in the LLC application and selection process Provide Marketing and communication support, in coordination with SAAS Communications, such as social media, website updates, and recruitment materials
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Support Global Fellows Administer grants and scholarships for study abroad and undergraduate research projects. Work with campus partners in Financial Aid, Education Abroad, and the Office of Undergraduate Research to facilitate these grants and scholarships. Create annual application processes and assist in reviewing applicants. Complete administrative processes necessary to distribute funds to award winners. Language Table Liaison: assist in recruiting, training and supervising the Language Table Coordinator in conjunction with the Faculty Director. Collaborate with the Language Table Coordinator to liaise with faculty in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures and internationally-focused student organizations to serve as a beyond the classroom language learning hub open to all USC students. Serve annually on the International Education Week committee. Assist in creating, facilitating and promoting international cultural events across campus each Fall. Additional study abroad support. In addition to coordinating study abroad programs, the Global Fellows program lead sets up and maintains the Marketplace account for the management of student programming fees. In conjunction with the Faculty Director, the Program Lead attends and chaperones the study abroad program. Serve as primary student organization advisor for the Global Fellows Ambassadors.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Academic Progress & High Impact Practices Coordinate linked courses (Common University 101 courses; two courses taken by the same group of students) Monitor academic progress and making referrals to the Student Success Center when needed Coordinate high impact activity logistics such as study abroad, undergraduate research, and service learning (as applicable)
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Supervision Supervise the graduate student, student workers, and, if applicable, student leaders/ambassadors Schedule employees Communicate the work that employees need to complete Provide critical and encouraging feedback
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | LLC Recruitment
In conjunction with the Faculty Director, staff fall and spring Admissions events meet with students and parents during orientation communicate with community members prior to arrival on campus
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Procurement Identify the item(s) to be purchased Solicit quotes if required Work with SAAS Finance team for any purchases
Other Duties as Assigned
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.
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 | 09/15/2025
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
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 26, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193020
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 | 09/15/2025
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
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 26, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193020
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 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
- List of References and Contact Information
Similar Jobs
Data Analyst
University of Wisconsin - Madison
🇺🇸 Wisconsin, WI
Asset Specialist I
University of Florida
🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL
Administrative Support Associate I
University of Kentucky
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
Human Svcs Supervisor-Healthy Families
University of Florida
🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL
Business Manager
Columbia University
🇺🇸 New York, NY
