Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Apr 2024
Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | STA00259PO24 |
| Job Family | Student Enrichment |
| Job Function | Student Experience |
| USC Market Title | Student Experience Manager |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133975 |
| Job Level | M1 - Managerial |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | First-Generation Center Assistant Director |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | Division of Academic Affairs and Provost |
| Department | PROV Graduation and Retention Network |
| State Pay Band | 6 |
| Approved Starting Salary | $54,165 |
| Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00pm with one hour for lunch. 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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| Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
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 About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | The First-Generation Center Assistant Director will work closely with the FGC Director and Faculty Director to promote first-generation student engagement within the University community with the ultimate goal of increasing student retention and graduation rates. |
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| Minimum Qualifications | Master’s degree in student personnel services, business, or related field, and 3 years of related experience OR a bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience, or equivalent. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Master’s Degree. Direct experience working with college students in and outside the classroom; experience with leadership initiatives and event management and programming for students and community members. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Strong organizational and management skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work independently. Ability to work with students in formal and informal capacities. Ability to multitask in a very busy and interactive student community. Ability to maintain productive working relationships with FGC faculty and staff, colleagues in University Housing, the Provost’s Office, and other campus departments. Working knowledge of MS operating system (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and PowerPoint). Expertise in preparing, reporting, and interpreting reports. Experience in marketing and social media. Ability to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working hours, including nights and weekends. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Coordinate planning and implementation of programming for the First-Generation LLC. Facilitate coordination of summer planning and communication for students. Facilitate the development of programs for first gen interest groups, create opportunities for students to interact with faculty. Assist students with grant and award applications. Facilitate coordination of community engagement activities. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Serve as liaison with various University offices including Registrar, University Housing, Student Affairs, Academic Support Services, and other appropriate academic units as needed. Supervise student program committees and student interns. Assist Faculty Director with development of long-term strategic plan, programmatic curriculum, grant proposals, funding initiatives, and comprehensive assessment. Coordinate data collection for division and university reports, and other assessment initiatives. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Under the direction of the FGC Director and the First-Generation LLC Faculty Director, coordinate the scheduling and management of FGC spaces, including procurement of equipment and supplies for operations. Responsible for timely and accurate submission of procurement requests to provide goods and services in support of First Gen programming. Provide daily oversight for administrative and business operations. Recruit, train, supervise, and assess graduate and student employees. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Communicate and market the mission of the FGC and First-Generation LLC. Participate in recruitment of prospective students, including tours and direct interactions. Develop and coordinate FGC presence on campus, online and in social media. Represent the First-Generation LLC in formal and informal recruitment events on and off campus. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Working with a Graduate Assistant and student employees, collaborates to manage processing and reconciling of billing, accounts due, expenditures, reimbursements, departmental transfers, grants, and travel. Obtains and manages USC Purchasing Card to be used for authorized Faculty Led LLC expenditures. Ensures that all necessary office supplies and equipment are available and ordered as needed in a timely manner in adherence to accepted university procurement process. Picks up local purchases from vendors if delivery is unavailable. Coordinates graduate student tuition supplement and other university paperwork. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Supervises Graduate Assistant conducting general administrative support and office management for the LLC. Serves as contact for campus groups such as the Division of Information Technology, Purchasing, Housing, Maintenance, and Custodial. Coordinate shipping and campus mail pickup and drop-off. Works in conjunction with the FGC Director, LLC Faculty Director, and student committees to facilitate a resource person and assist with events planning and coordination (as needed). Works with Campus Dining, Office of Sustainability and other campus partners to coordinate special events and billing information. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Serve on and lead work teams and subcommittees as necessary to effectively execute duties. Other duties as assigned. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
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 | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | 05/20/2024 |
| Job Open Date | 03/26/2024 |
| Job Close Date | 04/15/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | For best consideration please submit a resume, cover letter and a 1-2 page reflection elaborating on how your experiences have prepared you to address the needs and challenges faced by first-gen students. Specifically, what unique perspectives, skills, or insights do you believe you can bring to a position focused on supporting and advocating for first-gen students? How do you envision leveraging your strengths to empower and guide these students towards success in higher education? (Upload as other supporting document.) 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 April 15, 2024. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166061 |
| 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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