University of South Carolina
SPARK/Admissions Coord.
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $38K - $45K
💻 Other
🗓️ July 16th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of South Carolina is hiring a SPARK/Admissions Coordinator. This role involves managing and coordinating events for the SPARK program, handling grant and financial tasks, maintaining website and social media content, and supporting the Music Admissions team with prospective student visits, application processing, scholarship administration, and event execution.
Highlights
- Assist in planning and managing SPARK events and activities related to Music Leadership at Carolina.
- Coordinate guest artist residencies and manage SPARK website and social media content.
- Support Music Admissions by coordinating Audition Days, Open House, Admitted Student Days, and prospective student tours.
- Maintain databases such as FileMaker and Slate for prospective students and assist with scholarship administration.
- Collaborate with School of Music Marketing Team and handle equipment management for the Lending Library and Gig Office.
- Work closely with Assistant Dean of Finance on SPARK finances, purchasing, and reporting.
- Train and supervise SPARK student workers and assist with Music Community residential events.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, or experience.
- Preferred skills include strong written and oral communication and digital technology proficiency.
- Starting salary ranges from $37,735 to $45,000 with full-time hours, including occasional evenings and Saturdays for admissions events.
SPARK/Admissions Coord. Full Description
SPARK/Admissions Coord.
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 July 16, 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
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00536PO25
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/132669
Job Level | P0 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | SPARK/Admissions Coord.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Music
Department | MUS School of Music
State Pay Band | 4
Approved Starting Salary | $37,735
Advertised Salary Range | $37,735-$45,000
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday – 8:30 am -5:00 pm. Occasional Saturdays or evenings for Audition Days and Admissions events.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Student Services
Posting Number | STA00536PO25
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/132669
Job Level | P0 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | SPARK/Admissions Coord.
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | School of Music
Department | MUS School of Music
State Pay Band | 4
Approved Starting Salary | $37,735
Advertised Salary Range | $37,735-$45,000
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday – 8:30 am -5:00 pm. Occasional Saturdays or evenings for Audition Days and Admissions events.
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.
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 School of Music is hiring a Spark/Admissions Coordinator who will assist with Spark: Music Leadership at Carolina and the Music Admissions team. Spark duties include managing Spark student events, Spark website, social media creation, and guest artist coordination. Admissions duties include Audition Days, Open House and Admitted Student Days; prospective student tours, information sessions, processing applications and scholarship administration and administration of the Music Community.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work 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 | Written and oral communication excellence; digital technology skills preferred. The ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor within a fast-paced, innovative environment.
The School of Music is hiring a Spark/Admissions Coordinator who will assist with Spark: Music Leadership at Carolina and the Music Admissions team. Spark duties include managing Spark student events, Spark website, social media creation, and guest artist coordination. Admissions duties include Audition Days, Open House and Admitted Student Days; prospective student tours, information sessions, processing applications and scholarship administration and administration of the Music Community.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work 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 | Written and oral communication excellence; digital technology skills preferred. The ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor within a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Assist in the development and planning of Spark Events: ProSkills, Discussion Over Dinner, Wellness Wednesdays, Up Close and Personal, Guest Artist Residencies, and Stress Less Finals Weeks. Assist with Mini-Grants, Creativity in Music Awards, and Creativity in Teaching Awards. Work with the Director of Spark to establish additional programs, as needed.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Assist the Associate Director of Music Admissions in filing and organization of admissions/scholarship materials and correspondence. Maintain FileMaker and Slate databases for prospective students. Answer email and web inquiries regarding admissions and auditions. Assist with regularly scheduled Music Information Session Tours for prospective students. Meet with prospective students/families when the Associate Director is unavailable. Work all Music Audition Days and other related Admissions events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Update the Spark website and the Spark social media posts. Work closely with the School of Music Marketing Team on School of Music monitor content. Maintain the equipment in the Lending Library and manage the Gig Office.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Work closely with the Assistant Dean of Finance on Spark finances, purchasing, and reporting. File Annual ASCAP report, submitting all programs and recitals for the academic year. Assist with Graduate summer mailing and mailbox assignments.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Train and supervise Spark student workers. Assist with scheduling and executing events for the Music Community Living Learning residential community.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Assist the Associate Director of Music Admissions in filing and organization of admissions/scholarship materials and correspondence. Maintain FileMaker and Slate databases for prospective students. Answer email and web inquiries regarding admissions and auditions. Assist with regularly scheduled Music Information Session Tours for prospective students. Meet with prospective students/families when the Associate Director is unavailable. Work all Music Audition Days and other related Admissions events.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 40Job Duty | Update the Spark website and the Spark social media posts. Work closely with the School of Music Marketing Team on School of Music monitor content. Maintain the equipment in the Lending Library and manage the Gig Office.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Work closely with the Assistant Dean of Finance on Spark finances, purchasing, and reporting. File Annual ASCAP report, submitting all programs and recitals for the academic year. Assist with Graduate summer mailing and mailbox assignments.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Train and supervise Spark student workers. Assist with scheduling and executing events for the Music Community Living Learning residential community.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
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 | 08/01/2025
Job Open Date | 07/03/2025
Job Close Date | 07/16/2025
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 July 16, 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/190170
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 | 08/01/2025
Job Open Date | 07/03/2025
Job Close Date | 07/16/2025
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 July 16, 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/190170
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 no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you understand that you will be required to work all Audition Days, held on one Saturday in December and 3-4 Saturdays in January and February, in addition to additional evenings or weekends?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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