University of South Carolina is hiring a Senior Academic Program Coordinator. This role leads and oversees academic programs to enhance undergraduate student success, curricular efficiency, and timely degree completion by collaborating with faculty, advisors, and administrative partners to manage curricular pathways, advising tools, and student support initiatives.
Highlights
Manage accelerated and alternative undergraduate curricular pathways and policies, including 8-Semester Major Maps and accelerated degree plans.
Oversee ALEKS Math Placement Testing administration and support, coordinating with multiple departments and vendors.
Provide curriculum-related support for faculty, advisors, and academic partners, managing degree audits and academic systems such as DegreeWorks and Ellucian Smart Plan/Award.
Lead faculty–student mentorship programs to promote academic engagement and career readiness.
Support non-degree student advising and collaborate on aligning curriculum with advising best practices.
Collect and analyze data for curricular initiatives, student progression, and program effectiveness to inform improvements.
Requires bachelor’s degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience; master’s degree preferred.
Knowledge needed in undergraduate curriculum structures, academic policies, curriculum governance, and academic program management in higher education.
Must demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and technical skills related to academic systems configuration and troubleshooting.
Salary range: $69,913 to $104,870; full-time, 37.5 hours per week with a standard 8:30 am – 5:00 pm schedule, requiring flexibility.
Senior Academic Program Coordinator Full Description
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 April 2, 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.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00066PO26 Job Family | Program Management Job Function | Program Management USC Market Title | Program Administrator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/145533 Job Level | P4 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Senior Academic Program Coordinator Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Department | PROV University Advising Center State Pay Range | G11 USC Market Range | MRI - $69,913 $87,391 $104,870 Anticipated Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications 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. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Administrative
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.
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 University Advising Center’s Senior Academic Programs Coordinator provides leadership and operational oversight for key academic programs and initiatives that support undergraduate student success, curricular efficiency, and timely degree completion. This position collaborates extensively with faculty, advisors, academic units, and central administrative partners to implement, manage, and continuously improve curricular pathways, advising tools, and student support programs. The Academic Programs Coordinator plays a critical role in advancing innovative academic models, ensuring policy alignment, and supporting data-informed decision-making across the undergraduate curriculum. Knowledge of undergraduate curriculum structures, degree requirements, academic policies (including accelerated pathways), curriculum governance processes, approvals, and compliance requirements within a higher education environment is preferred. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 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 | Master’s degree and 4 years related experience preferred. Prior experience working with academic programs, curriculum, and academic advising. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of undergraduate curriculum structures, degree requirements, and academic policies, including accelerated pathways. Knowledge of curriculum governance processes, approvals, and compliance requirements within a higher education environment. Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and across multiple academic stakeholders and departments. Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective collaboration and relationship-building skills. Advanced organizational and process-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, timelines, and annual cycles. Advanced technical skills to configure, test, and troubleshoot academic systems, and to translate academic policy into system logic. Ability to adapt to evolving academic priorities, technologies, and policies in a dynamic higher education environment.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Undergraduate Curriculum & Academic Initiatives:Manage curricular requirements, policies, and approvals related to accelerated and alternative academic pathways in collaboration with academic units and governance bodies. Manage the process of developing and updating 8-Semester Major Maps annually for all undergraduate majors at USC Columbia, including the online Major Map repository. Reviews Undergraduate Bulletin to ensure college-level compliance with 8-Semester Maps requirement. Support the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of undergraduate curriculum initiatives, including three-year accelerated degree plans (ASP) and accelerated master’s programs (4+1). Serve as a key resource for faculty, advisors, and departments in the design and maintenance of curriculum aligned with institutional goals and accreditation standards. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | ALEKS Math Placement Testing: Manage the administration and ongoing support of the ALEKS Math Placement Test in collaboration with the Department of Mathematics, Admissions, Orientation, Information Technology, and the vendor (McGraw Hill). Assist with implementation efforts. Serve as the primary point of contact for students and campus partners, providing guidance on placement requirements, resolving access and testing issues, and responding to questions related to policies. Coordinate system configuration, data accuracy, and troubleshooting with IT and the vendor while ensuring compliance with institutional technology, accessibility, and data security standards. Develop, maintain, and update web-based content and communications related to math placement testing, including instructions, timelines, SharePoint, and support resources (Dana Launch Years.). Monitor placement outcomes and operational trends to support continuous improvement of math placement standards. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Manage Academic Systems for Faculty, Advisors, and Academic Support: Provide curriculum-related support to faculty, advisors, and academic partners across the institution. Lead efforts to resolve curriculum and degree audit issues in coordination with academic departments and central offices (e.g., Registrar, Advising, Academic Colleges). Manage Curriculum Ticketing system and support DegreeWorks degree audit functionality in coordination with the Office of the Registrar. Support the launch and implementation of Ellucian Smart Plan/Award. Partner with faculty, advisors, and IT staff to ensure accurate encoding, maintenance, and testing of degree requirements. Develop and deliver training, documentation, and guidance related to curriculum policies, systems, and academic initiatives. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Faculty/Student Mentorship Programs (Faculty Advising Fellows):Manage faculty–student mentorship (Faculty Advising Fellows) initiatives designed to enhance undergraduate academic engagement, career readiness, and graduation. Partner with colleges and academic departments to match undergraduate students with faculty mentors within their major or academic area of interest. Facilitate mentorship opportunities focused on undergraduate research exploration, career pathways, curricular planning, graduate or professional school preparation. Serve as a liaison among faculty mentors, students, advisors, and academic leadership to support effective communication, clear expectations, and consistent program implementation. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Advising & Student Support Programs: Oversee and support non-degree student advising processes. Serve as an Exploratory Advisor as needed to ensure accurate guidance on course selection, degree applicability, and transition pathways. Collaborate with advising leadership to align curriculum structures with advising best practices and student success initiatives. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Assessment & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report data related to curricular initiatives, student progression, and program effectiveness. Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend strategies to enhance curricular clarity, efficiency, and student outcomes. Support institutional planning and reporting efforts related to undergraduate education. 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 | 02/16/2026 Job Close Date | 04/02/2026 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 April 2, 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/202383 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
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* Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 4 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
* What strategies do you use to work with faculty on curriculum and academic initiatives? (Open Ended Question)
* What are the most important considerations when supporting academic affairs? (Open Ended Question)
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