Assistant Director

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00811PO26 Job Family Student Enrichment Job Function Student Experience USC Market Title Student Experience Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133984 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Assistant Director Campus Aiken Work County Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Student Life and Services State Pay Range G08 USC Market Range MRE - $49,700 $60,882 $72,065 Anticipated Hiring Range $49,700 - $60,882 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule 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.

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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.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Assistant Director of Student Leadership & Engagement (Program Coordinator I), Salary: $49,700 - $60,882 per year, USCA Student Affairs

The Assistant Director of Student Leadership & Engagement- Community Service Initiatives & Student Union Management provides leadership to and assists in the supervision of the personnel and programs of the Department of Student Leadership & Engagement. Functional areas include community service engagement, student supervision, facility management, and event planning. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Some knowledge of group development techniques and public relations skills required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the general public is necessary. Must be familiar with student development theories and how to implement theory into practices. Ability to identify, develop, and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community, to supervise and evaluate personnel, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to develop budgets and monitor expenditures. Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Experience with event programming, community service engagement, and facilities management preferred. Application Deadline: November 4, 2026. USCA is an Equal Opportunity Institution. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 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

Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with event programming, community service engagement, and facilities management preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Some knowledge of group development techniques and public relations skills required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the general public is necessary. Must be familiar with student development theories and how to implement theory into practices. Ability to identify, develop, and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community, to supervise and evaluate personnel, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to develop budgets and monitor expenditures.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Develops, implements, and evaluates community service and volunteer outreach programs for the campus community, including immersive service experiences (Alternative Service Breaks/Trips).

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Student Activities Center facility management in accordance with the university and division policies and procedures. Responsible for managing the following functions: coordinating facility use (25 Live), communicating with appropriate parties, updating student handbook, coordinating repairs or changes for physical facility.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Serves as an advisor/resource to several annual traditional events and student groups (i.e. College Panhellenic Council, One Table).

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Co-oversight of immersive service/educational series alongside Office of Institutional Culture & Belonging.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Hire, train, and supervise student employees assists with program development and evaluation; assists with the development of strategic plans.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned for the operations of the Student Life Office.

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 Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 10/28/2026 Job Close Date 11/04/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

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 November 4, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/215284 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 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

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents