Student Success Coach

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University of South Carolina is hiring a Student Success Coach. This role coordinates the Apple Core Initiative, supports student engagement programs, and facilitates communication among internal and external education partners to expand access to teacher education programs for high school students from underserved communities.

Highlights

Coordinate and implement the Apple Core Initiative (ACI), including event logistics and reporting.
Serve as liaison between the Office of Community Empowerment (OCE) and educational partners such as public schools, districts, and nonprofits.
Provide coaching and support to students participating in OCE programs, including orientation and leadership development.
Manage data entry, recordkeeping, and administrative tasks related to student engagement.
Requires bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent certification/training.
Preferred experience includes supporting student programs and familiarity with higher education and P-12 environments.
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills are essential.
Annual salary range from $44,296 to $64,229, with anticipated hiring at $44,296.
Full-time position with standard hours 8:30am–5:00pm and some flexibility required.
Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, dependent scholarships, paid leave, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

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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 August 13, 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

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Posting Number	STA00494PO26
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/132675
Job Level	P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Student Success Coach
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	College of Education
Department	CED College of Education
State Pay Range	G07
USC Market Range	MRD - $44,296 $54,263 $64,229
Anticipated Hiring Range	$44,296
Location of Vacancy	Columbia, SC
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	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.

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 Office of Community Empowerment (OCE) Student Success Coach provides programmatic support to student engagement initiatives within the College of Education. The Student Success Coach oversees the Apple Core Initiative (ACI) by coordinating program activities, student engagement efforts, and outreach events. ACI is a flagship OCE program that recruits high school students from high-poverty and rural communities into teacher education programs at the University of South Carolina. This role assists the OCE in delivering student-centered programming and outreach efforts that contribute to the College’s mission of expanding access to educational opportunities. The Student Success Coach facilitates communication with internal and external partners and provides support to prospective and current students through coaching, orientation, and participation in OCE-sponsored initiatives.
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
Preferred Qualifications	Experience supporting student programs, educational initiatives, or community outreach efforts. Familiarity with higher education and P–12 environments.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and community partners. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to follow established processes and complete assigned tasks accurately. Basic skills in data entry, recordkeeping, and administrative support. Knowledge of working with students and supporting educational programs.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Provides the coordination and implementation of the Apple Core Initiative (ACI), including supporting logistics for meetings, events, field experiences, and student activities. Collects and organize data for internal and external reports, such as grant documentation and the ACI Report Card. Ensures the timely completion of tasks such as scheduling, travel coordination, room reservations, and processing reimbursements. Maintains program records, including student participation, engagement tracking, and basic data entry. Supports communication efforts by coordinating meetings, preparing materials, and assisting with outreach to students and guest speakers, and maintain program continuity and transparency.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	75

Job Duty	Acts as a liaison between the OCE and South Carolina’s broader educational ecosystem, including public schools, districts, and nonprofits. Coordinates partnerships with local schools, districts, and statewide community organizations. Coordinates planning and execution of OCE events and outreach activities. Helps foster community-rooted engagement for the ACI Program.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Provides support to students participating in the OCE programs, including assisting with orientation and engagement activities as well on personal, social, vocational, and academic concerns. Assists in facilitating student group activities and leadership development opportunities. Supports student organizations and program-related initiatives as assigned. Gathers feedback from students and partners to support program improvement efforts.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Office of Community Empowerment.
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	06/29/2026
Job Close Date	08/13/2026
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 August 13, 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/208721
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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* Do you have at least 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?
- Yes
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