University of South Carolina
Program Coordinator II
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $54K - $60K
💻 Other
🗓️ December 19th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Program Coordinator II. The role involves collaborating with research center leadership to plan, execute, and evaluate various center events and initiatives, managing communications across multiple platforms to enhance visibility, and fostering engagement with community partners. The position also maintains key center resources and supports administrative functions to ensure efficient operations.
Highlights
- Develop, plan, execute, and evaluate center events such as speaker series, monthly events, and faculty retreats.
- Manage internal and external communications across university and center websites, social media, newsletters, and university channels.
- Develop and implement university-wide initiatives to increase center visibility and campus engagement.
- Organize Advisory Board meetings, maintain community partnerships, and grow the center's research registry.
- Maintain faculty databases, shared grant documents, listservs, contact lists, and community resource guides.
- Coordinate administrative functions including leadership meeting support, annual and fiscal reporting, and resource allocation summaries.
- Required education: Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2 or more years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and experience.
- Must demonstrate skills in communication, problem-solving, report preparation, project support, and technology proficiency.
- Salary range: $54,165 - $60,000 annually.
- Position supports the College of Arts and Sciences, Department of CAS Psychology at the University of South Carolina.
Program Coordinator II Full Description
Program Coordinator II
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 February 1, 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
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Posting Number | STA00978PO25
Job Family | Program Management
Job Function | Program Management
USC Market Title | Program Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133640
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Program Coordinator II
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Arts and Sciences
Department | CAS Psychology
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 - $60,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule |
Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm with one hour lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Other Professional
Posting Number | STA00978PO25
Job Family | Program Management
Job Function | Program Management
USC Market Title | Program Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133640
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Program Coordinator II
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Arts and Sciences
Department | CAS Psychology
State Pay Band | 6
Approved Starting Salary | $54,165
Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 - $60,000
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule |
Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm with one hour lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
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.
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 role supports the research center’s mission by collaborating with leadership to plan, execute, and assess a wide range of center events – including external speaker series, monthly gatherings, and faculty retreats – and by preparing summary reports and program evaluations. This position manages all internal and external communications across web platforms, social media, newsletters, and university channels to elevate the center’s visibility. It also develops and implements university-wide initiatives that promote engagement while fostering strong relationships with community partners through coordination of Advisory Board meetings, community-focused events, and maintenance of the center’s research registry. Additionally, the role oversees the development and upkeep of critical center resources, including faculty databases, shared grant materials, listservs, contact lists, and community resource guides, ensuring efficient operations and sustained collaboration across campus and community networks.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 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/Skills/Abilities | The applicant must demonstrate the ability to contribute to the success of programs designed with specific, strategically aligned objectives, whether supporting a single initiative or multiple related projects. The applicant should be skilled in interpreting and applying rules, regulations, and plans; resolving problems; and communicating results effectively with personnel at all levels. Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to prepare reports and deliver presentations, and the capability to guide or support staff are essential. The applicant must also be proficient with technology, able to apply sound decision-making, and adept at problem solving to support the development, implementation, and ongoing operations of program activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 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/Skills/Abilities | The applicant must demonstrate the ability to contribute to the success of programs designed with specific, strategically aligned objectives, whether supporting a single initiative or multiple related projects. The applicant should be skilled in interpreting and applying rules, regulations, and plans; resolving problems; and communicating results effectively with personnel at all levels. Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to prepare reports and deliver presentations, and the capability to guide or support staff are essential. The applicant must also be proficient with technology, able to apply sound decision-making, and adept at problem solving to support the development, implementation, and ongoing operations of program activities.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Work with research center leadership team to develop, plan, execute, and evaluate center events, including external speaker series, monthly events, and faculty retreats, and prepare summary reports and program evaluations.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Manage internal and external communications across the web (university and center websites), social media, newsletters, and university channels.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Develop and implement university events and initiatives to increase center visibility and foster campus-wide involvement.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Facilitate engagement of community partners by organizing Advisory Board meetings, maintaining partnerships with community groups, planning community-focused events, and growing the center research registry.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Build and maintain research center resources, including center faculty databases, research registry, shared grant documents, listservs, contact lists, community resource guides.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Coordinate and support administrative functions, including leadership meetings (scheduling, agendas, minutes), annual reports, fiscal reports, and resource allocation summaries.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Contribute to the success of the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences by performing all other duties as assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Manage internal and external communications across the web (university and center websites), social media, newsletters, and university channels.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Develop and implement university events and initiatives to increase center visibility and foster campus-wide involvement.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Facilitate engagement of community partners by organizing Advisory Board meetings, maintaining partnerships with community groups, planning community-focused events, and growing the center research registry.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Build and maintain research center resources, including center faculty databases, research registry, shared grant documents, listservs, contact lists, community resource guides.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Coordinate and support administrative functions, including leadership meetings (scheduling, agendas, minutes), annual reports, fiscal reports, and resource allocation summaries.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Contribute to the success of the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences by performing all other duties as assigned.
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.
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 | 01/01/2026
Job Open Date | 12/18/2025
Job Close Date | 02/01/2026
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 February 1, 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/200163
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 | 01/01/2026
Job Open Date | 12/18/2025
Job Close Date | 02/01/2026
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 February 1, 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/200163
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 2 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
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Other Supporting Documents
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