University of South Carolina is hiring a Program Coordinator II. This role involves processing graduate applications, managing student data, supporting graduate program requirements, and facilitating graduations. Additionally, the coordinator will work on special projects and provide administrative support within the Graduate School.
Highlights
Processing and managing graduate application data.
Supporting admissions, progression to degree, and graduation processes.
Providing administrative support to graduate directors and faculty.
Working knowledge of Graduate School policies.
Requires a bachelor's degree with 2+ years of related experience, or equivalent combinations.
Starting salary at $45,133.
Strong computer, interpersonal, and communication skills needed.
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 June 20, 2025.
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.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00349PO25 Job Family | Enrollment Management Job Function | Student Services USC Market Title | Student Services Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132678 Job Level | P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Program Coordinator II Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Department | PROV Graduate School State Pay Band | 5 Approved Starting Salary | $45,133 Advertised Salary Range | $45,133 Location of Vacancy | 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 department.
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 | The Student Services Program Coordinator II is responsible for processing graduate applications, entering new student data into the University’s data management systems, and processing recommendations for admission as well as updating current student information and working with program personnel to facilitate tracking to degree, including the entry and management of all forms required by the Graduate School. The coordinator will work as part of a team and be responsible for graduate programs as assigned. The coordinator will assist with special projects and events and perform tasks assigned by Senior Leadership of the Graduate School. This will include participation in graduation and other student functions. 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 | 1. Understanding of The Graduate School policies and procedures concerning admissions, registration, programs of study, committees and graduation clearance. 2. Must have excellent interpersonal, communications and computer skills.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Responsible for downloading and processing applications and supporting materials. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Responsible for reviewing documentation and processing requests for admission, programs of study and graduate committees. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Responsible for confirming all supporting materials are in order for graduation clearance requests. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Responsible for assisting students and prospective students with admissions, matriculation, progression to degree and graduation. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Responsible for providing administrative support for graduate directors, department faculty and administrative staff. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Responsible for providing coverage for other coordinators and for special events as prescribed by management. 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 | Job Open Date | 06/04/2025 Job Close Date | 06/20/2025 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 June 20, 2025. 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/187143 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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