Strategy & Operations Manager

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 1 hour ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 20 Jun 2024

Posting Summary


Logo For Posting
Posting Number RTF00195PO24
USC Market Title Program Manager
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156368
Business Title (Internal Title) Strategy & Operations Manager
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Education
Department CED College of Education
Advertised Salary Range $59,581 - $63,000
Location of Vacancy Hybrid
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Type of Staff Position Staff Time-Limited (STL)
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.
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 South Carolina Teacher Education Advancement Consortium through Higher Education Research (SC TEACHER) Strategy & Operations Manager will be responsible for maintaining/revising/developing SC TEACHER organizational and operational practices and procedures; managing the SC TEACHER budget, contracts with service providers, and invoice review, approval, and payment process; and assist with meeting all State of SC and USC compliance and reporting requirements. This position will oversee the coordination of activities among staff, partners and supporters, funders, and other supports for SC TEACHER; managing coordination of all organizational components and entities that comprise SC TEACHER, including meetings, training, webinars, conferences, and presentations.
Due to the state-wide reach of SC TEACHER, the Strategy & Operations Manager must ensure that schedules are coordinated and that project activity timelines are developed, maintained, adjusted as needed, and completed in a timely manner to ensure success. Internal to the university system alone are many aspects to manage including updating inventory and ordering supplies, tracking expenses, assisting with paperwork processing, fielding questions from project staff and Consortium constituents related to processes and procedures, etc. The Strategy & Operations Manager is responsible for taking and/or filing detailed/action-oriented notes in shared electronic files from various meetings and events and also takes primary responsibility for preparation, planning, scheduling and hosting meetings (virtual and F2F). Additionally, this position will provide admin support to the Executive Director (and other staff as needed), thus requiring a sophisticated skill set for navigating and trouble-shooting a variety of details and factors that impact coordination work flow. Success in this role requires a high skillset in written and oral communication, coordination, and organization.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Track record of managing projects
  • Highly skilled in use of Basecamp (or willingness to learn) as project management tool for consistent and transparent communications to all team members
  • Proactive, effective collaborator with individuals in multiple roles, including educators, staff and consultants, and partners
  • Capacity for conducting detail-oriented work while steering toward a larger vision
  • Knowledge of P20 education context preferred
  • Knowledge of state budgeting and legislative processes preferred
  • Open to taking on new challenges, learning new skills, and exploring new ways of doing things
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Understanding of the education system/community in SC
  • Understanding of state funding allocations process and reporting requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively use Microsoft Office, Internet search engines, social media platforms, and other widely-used computer programs and applications such as Basecamp, Google, Teams, and Zoom.
  • High skillset in written and oral communication, coordination, and organization (i.e., demonstrated effectiveness as an oral and written communicator at a college graduate or higher level)
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment
  • Commitment to align work with values of collective leadership, diverse engagement, equity, and inclusion and to contribute to a healthy organizational culture
  • Flexibility in roles and responsibilities
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities and tasks
  • Ability to communicate and interact professionally and respectfully with others in interfacing entities
  • Ability to work well with others in a collaborative and collegial manner
  • Excellent client/network service skills
  • Ability to work well within a diverse team and with diverse stakeholders Professional, responsible, and reliable
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimum direction


Job Duties


Job Duty
Serve as Operations Manager for SC-TEACHER managing a budget of $2 million in year one. Responsible for maintaining/revising/developing SC TEACHER organizational and operational practices and procedures; manage the SC TEACHER budget, contracts with service providers, and invoice review, approval, and payment process; and assist with meeting all State of SC and USC compliance and reporting requirements.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Coordinate logistics of SC TEACHER events throughout the state including meetings, trainings, webinars, conferences, and presentations; takes primary responsibility for scheduling and hosting meetings (virtual and F2F); facilitate meetings and deliver presentations and trainings on behalf of SC TEACHER as needed and as the opportunity arises.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Provide admin supports for Executive Director (and other staff, as needed) to manage scheduling, planning and implementation of meetings, special events, and effective collaborations among staff, Consortium constituents, and other stakeholders
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Maintain inventory and order supplies, field questions from project staff related to processes and procedures, etc.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Other duties as assigned.
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
Position End Date
Job Open Date 06/13/2024
Job Close Date 06/20/2024
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 June 20, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/169884
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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