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 30, 2026.
Posting Number - RTF00152PO26
USC Market Title - Administrative Assistant
Business Title (Internal Title) - Administrative Assistant
Campus - Columbia
Work County - Richland
College/Division - School of Medicine Columbia
Department - SOMC Center for Disability Resources
Anticipated Hiring Range - $40,269 - $58,390
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time - Full Time
Hours per Week - 37.5
Work Schedule - 8:00 am-4:30 pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position - Staff Time-Limited (STL)
Basis - 12 months
Job Search Category - Administrative
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 Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
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South Carolina Retirement - Yes
State Insurance Programs - Yes
Annual Leave - Yes
Sick Leave - Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary - Under the direction of the Project Director of the Transition Alliance of South Carolina (TASC), to provide administrative support to the project team, by maintaining an efficient and effective workflow, assisting with daily operations of supported areas to include scheduling, records management, editing and copywriting, data entry, event support, calendar maintenance and customer service, data entry, documentation, records management, and assisting in other specific needs of the unit.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience - high school diploma or GED. Requires 2 or more years of job related experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree and relevant experience supporting staff who work with other state agencies and organizations.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required. Ability to coordinate and work well with a diverse staff required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Windows, Excel), Adobe, PowerPoint, Google work suite, Survey Monkey, MailChimp required.
Job Duties
Job Duty - Provide primary support for project activities, including logistical and office functions, to ensure timely completion of project activities by maintaining an efficient and effective workflow.
Essential Function - Yes
Percentage of Time - 50
Job Duty - Assist staff with organization and coordination of resources, materials, training and events.
Essential Function - Yes
Percentage of Time - 20
Job Duty - Field project phone calls/correspondence and responds to all that can be handled, or directs others to appropriate staff.
Essential Function - Yes
Percentage of Time - 10
Job Duty - Track TASC staff project responsibilities, providing prompts/support as needed to promote attainment of goals and assigned responsibilities.
Essential Function - Yes
Percentage of Time - 10
Job Duty - Support project staff with document review, organization and copywriting.
Essential Function - Yes
Percentage of Time - 10
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category - Non-Essential
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. - No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies - 1
Desired Start Date - 07/01/2026
Position End Date - 06/30/2027
Job Open Date - 06/23/2026
Job Close Date - 06/30/2026
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 June 30, 2026.
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