HRBP - HR Specialist

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University of South Carolina is hiring a HRBP - HR Specialist for the Darla Moore School of Business. The role involves performing various human resources functions related to employment, payroll, and annual processes while ensuring operational accuracy and efficiency. The specialist will serve as a liaison between departments and HR staff, support HR activities, and manage recruitment, faculty support, benefits, and employee relations.

Highlights

Provide direct service to employees resolving issues related to payroll, time and labor, and benefits.

Manage hiring processes including proposals, offer letters, onboarding, and employment eligibility verification (Form I-9 and E-Verify).

Initiate and approve HR transactions within PeopleSoft HCM for appointments, promotions, pay changes, and status updates.

Coordinate faculty summer compensation, monitor credentials, and advise on required training.

Oversee recruitment for temporary and adjunct faculty positions and confirm qualifications.

Support benefits administration by initiating absences, timesheets, and providing information to employees.

Serve as liaison to departments, escalate higher-level HR issues, and provide backup support for HR staff.

Technical skills include proficiency with PeopleSoft (HCM) and knowledge of USC HR policies, State of South Carolina HR regulations, and federal HR laws related to higher education.

Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience or equivalent certification/training.

Compensation range: $52,526 - $78,789 annually.

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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 May 15, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00233PO26
Job Family	Human Resources
Job Function	General Human Resources
USC Market Title	HRBP - HR Specialist
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/196572
Job Level	P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	HRBP - HR Specialist
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Darla Moore School of Business
Department	DMSB Darla Moore School of Business
State Pay Range	G09
USC Market Range	MRF - $52,526 $65,658 $78,789
Anticipated Hiring Range	$52,526 - $78,789
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm with one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work flexible schedule to meet needs of the college.
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Human Resources/Legal

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	The Darla Moore School of Business invites applications for the HRBP – HR Specialist position within the Office of Human Resources. The HRBP – HR Specialist performs a variety of HR functions related to employment, pay and annual processes. Ensure operational accuracy and efficiency by initiating and monitoring assigned HR activities. Serve as liaison to departments and business specialists and support HR staff as needed.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 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 and understanding of USC HR policies, State of SC HR Regulations and applicable federal HR laws/regulations specific to higher education. Prior experience in cross-functional HR program management.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle data with confidentiality. Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to human resources. Ability to analyze requests to determine compliance with policies, procedures and regulations. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers. Must possess the ability to write clearly, accurately, and effectively. Ability to work effectively independently and as a team.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Partner with employees to provide direct service to resolve a variety of employee issues, including but not limited to payroll, time and labor, and benefits.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Initiates and tracks the full process for hiring proposals, drafts offer letters, assigns onboarding. Initiates the Form I-9, completes E-Verify, resolves tentative non-confirmations, and Supplement B reverifications. Reviews applications and engages with State HR Consultant to verify prior state service and/or engage with applicable entities. Completes transfer forms for all internal movement.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Initiates and approves transactions within PeopleSoft (HCM) for reappointments, tenure and promotion, retention, pay for performance, equity, and changes to hours worked. Initiates additional assignment (internal and dual) review and approval request, including tracking earning limits. Coordinates and approves all status changes (excluding involuntary) for separations, retirements, sabbatical and professional leave, and leaves of absence.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Faculty support – Coordinates summer compensation, collects and retains credentials, monitors and advises on required training for faculty and leaders.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Benefits support – Initiates and approves absences and time sheets as applicable on behalf of employees or approves in absence of a manager. Provides benefits information to employees and escalates higher level inquiries to applicable parties.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Recruitment support – oversees the recruitment process of all temporary and adjunct faculty position types. Confirms minimum qualifications and coordinates recruitment & search interviews. Researches external posting platforms as additional options for recruitment.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Escalates moderate to high level issues to HR staff as needed and provides general administrative support. Serves as a backup to HR staff during times of absence or high volume.
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.

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

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	05/18/2026
Job Open Date	04/13/2026
Job Close Date	05/15/2026
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 May* 15, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204685
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 1 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

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Resume
List of References and Contact Information

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