Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 05 Jul 2024

Posting Summary


Logo For Posting
Posting Number RTF00167PO24
USC Market Title Program Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156364
Business Title (Internal Title) Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Arts and Sciences
Department CAS Psychology
Advertised Salary Range $45,133 - Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Part Time
Hours per Week 20
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Administrative


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.
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 Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), 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 UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at 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.


South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes


Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The hired candidate will coordinate lab operations of the Early Social Development Lab in the department of Psychology. Responsibilities will include: participant recruitment, family outreach, dissemination of research opportunities, programming for lab and community events, meeting with community partners, scheduling study visits, and monitoring study enrollment and retention.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Communications, or related field by the start date of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Outgoing and comfortable speaking to individuals on the phone, in-person, and on video chat.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Creating advertisements, Screening and managing program referrals, discussing research studies with families, determining participant eligibility. Maintaining participant confidentiality and explaining aims, responsibilities and liability to all participants. Responding to all participant queries as needed in a prompt manner.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 40
Job Duty
Building the center’s research database. Manage data to include scoring reports, entering data, calculating reliability, reporting summaries and contributing to annual reports.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Initiating and maintaining partnerships in the community. Organizing outreach events, in South Carolina and following up with all interested parties.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Supporting families already involved in the research by scheduling assessments, providing directions to research location and processing reimbursements or participant payments as necessary.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Follows and ensures compliance with federal, state and university policies and procedures.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


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 06/01/2024
Position End Date 05/15/2025
Job Open Date 05/21/2024
Job Close Date 07/05/2024
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 July 5, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/168815
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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