Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | STA00279PO25 |
| Job Family | Student Enrichment |
| Job Function | Student Life |
| USC Market Title | Student Life Coordinator |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/134003 |
| Job Level | P2 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Coordinator for Comm Growth |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support |
| Department | SAAS Student Life |
| State Pay Band | 5 |
| Approved Starting Salary | $41,258 |
| Advertised Salary Range | $41,258 - $61,887 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| 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 | 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. |
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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 | Coordinator for Community Growth · Are you excited about guiding and supporting students in their academic and personal development? · Do you have experience in Fraternity or Sorority Life and overseeing the operations of chapters? The Coordinator for Community Growth is responsible for student advisement, educational programming, and chapter management for fraternities and sororities at the University of South Carolina. This role ensures the development of transformative leaders and allows opportunities for students to participate in beyond the classroom activities. This position will actively contribute to the rich, vibrant, and inclusive living and learning experience for all members of the Greek community. Primary duties include: · Primary advisor to one of the four student governing councils · Oversee operations of recruitment/intake, new member orientation and expansion efforts · Campus and community presentations · Community-wide education and programming and assessment efforts that support student leaders |
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| 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 | |
| Preferred Qualifications | Membership in a Greek organization is strongly preferred. Master’s degree in higher education or related field and/or experience in the areas of curriculum or program development, fraternity/sorority operations, advisement, publications, and computer skills are strongly preferred. Fraternity/sorority leadership consultant experience or experience at a national headquarters office is strongly preferred. May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of the basic principles and theories of student development, leadership theory and public relations. Ability to interact with internal and external constituents and community partners on a regular basis. Skilled in planning and executing special events and one-time programs. Ability to interpret and apply policy and procedure as it applies to program coordination and implementation. Ability to coordinate multiple high level tasks simultaneously with high degree of attention to detail. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Council Advising: Serve as the primary advisor to one of the four student governing councils, oversee recruitment/intake, new member orientation, and expansion efforts, provide guidance and oversight to the council budget, attend regular meetings with the council, provide strategic guidance, and support chapter and council growth through regular assessment. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Chapter coaching: Serve as the primary advisor to a cohort of chapters through the chapter coaching model, serve as a liaison to the university when working with local and state advisors and national headquarters staff. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Campus and community presentations (Family Weekend, etc.): Support office communication initiatives including campus and community presentations, promotional materials, and brand management. Collect data and organize reports at the end of each semester to generate a publication that will be shared with internal and external stakeholders. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Responsible for coordinating administrative duties. This includes, but is not limited to, overseeing the renewal/registration process, chapter roster changes that impact other financial processes, and individual membership forms. Additionally, assist the office in managing Beyond the Classroom Matters to advance Division priorities. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Implement community-wide education, programming, and assessment efforts that support the development of skills that help student leaders prepare for a successful transition to the professional world after graduation. Partner and collaborate with key campus offices to ensure programs, services, and activities support the student experience. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Crisis management: Assist in the emergency support system for the Greek community and respond to critical incidents as needed. Serve as a member on the on-call duty rotation. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Other duties as assigned. |
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| 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 |
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| Hazardous weather category | Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Open Date | 04/11/2025 |
| Job Close Date | 05/26/2025 |
| 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 May 26, 2025. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185710 |
| 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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