University of South Carolina
Human Resources Coordinator
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Beaufort, SC
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Human Resources
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February 27th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator. The role involves coordinating hiring and onboarding, managing records and compliance documentation, supporting payroll processing in PeopleSoft, and providing assistance with faculty recruitment and employee benefits to support university leadership and staff.
Highlights
- Coordinate hiring and onboarding processes and manage position classifications.
- Handle payroll processing and resolve associated issues using PeopleSoft.
- Support faculty job vacancy recruitment including training hiring managers on PeopleAdmin applicant system.
- Manage employee benefits enrollment, deductions, and provide related assistance for retirement and insurance plans.
- Perform general HR office administration including communication with internal and external customers.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and competent with HR systems such as PeopleSoft and PeopleAdmin.
- Requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred two or more years of HR experience in classification, compensation, or recruitment within higher education.
- Supports USC Beaufort College/Division Level and BFT Human Resources department.
- Compensation range: $44,296 to $64,229 annually, commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, dependent scholarships, annual leave, sick leave, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.
Human Resources Coordinator Full Description
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department’s discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
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
Posting Details
Supplemental Questions
Posting Summary
| Logo | |
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| Posting Number | STA00114PO26 |
| Job Family | Human Resources |
| Job Function | General Human Resources |
| USC Market Title | Human Resources Specialist |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133113 |
| Job Level | P1 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Human Resources Coordinator |
| Campus | Beaufort |
| Work County | Beaufort |
| College/Division | USC Beaufort College/Division Level |
| Department | BFT Human Resources |
| State Pay Range | G07 |
| USC Market Range | MRD - $44,296 $54,263 $64,229 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | Commensurate with experience and education |
| Location of Vacancy | USC Beaufort supported area |
| 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 University. |
| 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. |
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| 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 Our Sandshark Family – Human Resources Coordinator Opportunity at the University of South Carolina Beaufort! Are you passionate about people and purpose? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments? The University of South Carolina Beaufort invites you to become a key player in shaping the future of higher education as our next Human Resources Coordinator. This isn’t just another HR job—it’s your opportunity to make a lasting impact at one of the nation’s top public research universities. Join a vibrant community of learners, leaders, and changemakers who are building a better tomorrow through education, research, and service. What You’ll Be Doing: As the Human Resources Coordinator, you will be a cornerstone of our HR operations, supporting faculty, staff, and administrators across the university. You’ll handle a variety of HR functions, including:
Why You? We’re looking for someone who is:
Ready to make your mark at a university that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation? Apply today and help us build a stronger, more connected campus community. Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume and list of references. |
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| 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 | Two or more years of HR experience in Classification/Compensation and/or recruitment in higher education work environment. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Working knowledge of classification, recruitment processes, and payroll & time keeping. General knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management. Must be proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel etc.) and competent in spreadsheet and database management software packages. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills are required. Must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent customer services. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Assist the HR Manager and HR Director, in consultation with Columbia Office of Classification and Compensation, determine correct classification of position description(s) based on qualification and salary administration guidelines; helps ensure that equity issues are reviewed and addressed as necessary in the salary administration process. Aids the Dir/Asst. Director in assisting hiring managers with position description descriptions as needed when vacancies, reclassification, etc., arise. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Handles payroll processing in PeopleSoft (terminations, student hires, etc.). Monitors pending and saved ePAF forms initiated by department for payroll problems, investigates payroll issues and determines appropriate actions, effectively communicates results to employees. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Provides assistance to the HR Manager and Assistant HR Director with executing the faculty job vacancy recruitment process for all advertised positions at USC Beaufort, include posting on USC jobs external websites. Supports the Assistant HR Director in training Department chairs and hiring managers in utilizing the online (PeopleAdmin) applicant system from application to the completion of hiring process. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Work daily reports and emails weekly to enroll or make changes to employees’ benefits. Enter benefits deductions in PeopleSoft. The University’s benefits packet includes: PEBA Insurance Benefits and Retirement Systems, and USC Supplemental Insurance. Provide employee assistance concerning benefits-related areas, including but not limited to retirement, insurance, supplemental insurance, the Affordable Care Act, and facilitate introduction to SC Deferred Compensation and 403(b)plans. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Perform general office administration such as answering phones and provide basic HR information to internal and external customers; serves as backup for all HR related processing as needed. Responds to inquiries from general public, applicants and candidates regarding posted positions and application status. reactivates applications as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned to include participating in University activities and serving on committees. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
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 |
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| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Open Date | 02/25/2026 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department’s discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
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| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202915 |
| 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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Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Other Supporting Documents
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