Coordinator of the CommUnity Shop

Coordinator of the CommUnity Shop

Salary

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Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

9805136

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

BA40

Position Number:

9805136

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9805136. Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser): https://apptrkr.com/9805136

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Coordinator of the CommUnity Shop

Department: SAAS Student Conduct

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

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 bachelors 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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Coordinator of The Gamecock CommUnity Shop

• Are you passionate about helping students access the resources they need to thrive?
• Do you enjoy creating welcoming, organized spaces that make a meaningful difference in students lives?
• Ready to lead a student-centered program that addresses food and basic-needs insecurity?
• Are you skilled at building partnerships that strengthen support for the campus community?
• Do you have a heart for service and a commitment to fostering dignity, belonging, and access for all students?

We Have the Job for You!

The Coordinator of The Gamecock CommUnity Shop manages the daily operations of the CommUnity shop, ensuring students have consistent access to food and essential basic need resources in a welcoming, organized, and student-centered environment. The incumbent oversees inventory management, pantry operations, volunteer coordination and student engagement while supporting the universitys commitment to reducing barrier to student success.

Primary Duties Include:

• Coordinates resource recruitment, delivery, communication, and operational management for the Gamecock CommUnity Shop and associated basic needs initiatives serving the University community.
• Manages daily operations of the Gamecock CommUnity Shop to ensure spaces are open, accessible, staffed, clean, organized, and fully stocked for student use.
• Oversees recruitment, selection, training, scheduling, supervision, and recognition of student staff and volunteers supporting front desk and operations.
• Leads engagement, retention, and appreciation efforts for student leaders, volunteer groups, community partners, and students participating in Beyond the Classroom Matters (BTCM) experiences.
• Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with on- and off-campus stakeholders that support a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and integrated approach to addressing student basic needs, including financial, housing, and food insecurity
• Collaborates with community partners, including organizations such as Harvest Hope Food Bank and Food Lion Feeds, to coordinate food access initiatives, inventory support, and resource distribution efforts.

Perks:

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• 15 paid vacation days
• 15 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.

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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Student Services, Hospitality, Retail, or related field and 1 year related experience or Bachelors degree and 3 years related experience in student affairs, or student development capacities or in social services, social work, hospitality, retail, or volunteer coordination
• Knowledge of inventory management, customer service, and program coordination. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, volunteers and community partners.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of basic-needs support services, food pantry operations, and resources that address food insecurity and other barriers to student success.
• Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing, receiving, storage, and distribution processes.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping, data collection, and reporting related to program participation and resource utilization.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities simultaneously.
• Strong inventory management and attention-to-detail skills, including tracking stock levels, expiration dates, donations, purchases, and distributions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills, particularly when working with students from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Skills in volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision.

Job Close Date

10/31/2026

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 October 31, 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

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EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Student Services, Hospitality, Retail, or related field and 1 year related experience or Bachelors degree and 3 years related experience in student affairs, or student development capacities or in social services, social work, hospitality, retail, or volunteer coordination
• Knowledge of inventory management, customer service, and program coordination. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, volunteers and community partners.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.