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University of South Carolina

Regional Admissions Rep

🇺🇸 Columbia, SC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $41K

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ July 29th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

The University of South Carolina is hiring a Regional Admissions Representative to recruit prospective students for the USC Palmetto College degree completion programs, focusing on Fort Jackson and nearby military communities. The role involves managing the Innovation Lab's schedule, assisting with technology, conducting outreach, and engaging with prospective students throughout the admissions process.

Highlights
  • Recruit prospective students from military and local communities for USC Palmetto College degree completion programs.
  • Manage the Innovation Lab schedule and assist instructors, students, and community members with lab technology.
  • Participate in recruitment and enrollment events such as open houses, presentations, trainings, orientations, and career days.
  • Develop new inquiries through outreach to local campuses, military recruitment, technical colleges, and community leaders.
  • Utilize software tools including TargetX CRM, texting software, 25Live, Calendly, Microsoft Forms, and Qualtrics for recruitment and scheduling.
  • Monitor and follow-up with prospective students to support successful matriculation, maintaining records in CRM systems.
  • Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree, one or more years of related experience, valid driver’s license, and ability to travel extensively.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in Student Personnel Services or related field, with background in admissions, public relations, sales, or student services.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and computer skills are necessary, with desired familiarity with Mac software, BANNER, and Salesforce/Lightning.
  • Position offers a starting salary of $41,258, full-time schedule (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM), and comprehensive benefits through the State of South Carolina.

Regional Admissions Rep Full Description

Regional Admissions Rep
Logo  |
Posting Number  | STA00617PO25
Job Family  | Enrollment Management
Job Function  | Admissions
USC Market Title  | Admissions Representative
Link to USC Market Title  | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132599
Job Level  | P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)  | Regional Admissions Rep
Campus  | Columbia
Work County  | Richland
College/Division  | Palmetto College - Central Admin
Department  | PC Recruitment
State Pay Band  | 5
Approved Starting Salary  | $41,258
Advertised Salary Range  | $41,258
Location of Vacancy  | 1
Part/Full Time  | Full Time
Hours per Week  | 37.5
Work Schedule  | Monday – Friday 8:30 – 5:00
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  | Recruit prospective students into USC Palmetto College degree completion program from Fort Jackson and the surrounding military communities. Manage the Innovation Lab’s schedule and assist instructors, students, and community members with lab & technology. Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs, and career days.

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  | Ability to travel extensively and possess a valid driver license are required.
Preferred Qualifications  | A master’s degree in Student Personnel Services or a related field is preferred.
Background experience in admissions, public relations, sales, or another student personnel area is desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities  | Position requires interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Strong computer skills. A working knowledge of Mac software, BANNER, and Salesforce/Lightning is desired.

Availability for evening and weekend work is required.

Job Duties 
Job Duty  | Recruit prospective students into USC Palmetto College degree completion program from an Fort Jackson and the surrounding military communities. Manage the Innovation Lab’s schedule and assist instructors, students, and community members with lab & technology. Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs, career days, etc.
Essential Function  | Yes
Percentage of Time  | 30
Job Duty  | Develop new inquiries through active outreach to local Palmetto College Campus students, military recruitment and partnerships, technical college representatives and students, and business and community leaders; manage those prospects through various engagement activities and communication to support them through the application process; utilize approved recruitment policies and procedures and software such as TargetX and texting software; make prompt, continued and effective contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates based on career and education goals.
Essential Function  | Yes
Percentage of Time  | 30
Job Duty  | Manage the Innovation Lab at Fort Jackson. Use scheduling software such as 25Live, Calendly, Microsoft Forms and/or Qualtrics, as well as the TargetX CRM to manage the lab’s calendar of events and classes. Work to create partnerships with the military and other community members to support continued learning. Assist outside community members with obtaining day base passes, and ensuring that the lab is set up properly.
Essential Function  | Yes
Percentage of Time  | 25
Job Duty  | Serve as a liaison for prospective students through the admissions process and conduct all activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards. Adhere to all state and federal accreditation requirements, as well as the rules and regulations regarding student recruitment set forth by the University and Palmetto College. Conduct weekly follow-up activities with prospective students to ensure successful matriculation; log all interactions using the CRM system. Meet or exceed established target goals by program.
Essential Function  | Yes
Percentage of Time  | 15
 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  | 09/01/2025
Job Open Date  | 07/28/2025
Job Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant  |
Quicklink for Posting  | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/192055

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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