Administrative Coordinator

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking an Administrative Coordinator in Undergraduate Studies to provide comprehensive administrative support, manage calendars, handle customer service, and process travel reimbursements.

You will back up the Executive Administrative Assistant and assist with unit priorities, contributing to efficient daily operations in the Provost's Office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Well organized and able to effectively plan and coordinate the activities of an academic administration office.
• Able to oversee and coordinate the activities of a service organization.
• Excellent communication skills; the ability to give and carry out complex instructions.
• Expert-level user of major office software and data search systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, CoPilot, AI applications, Canva, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Provost's Office.
• Manage scheduling and calendar coordination.
• Deliver customer service and travel reimbursement processing.
• Handle data entry, documentation, and records management.
• Provide backup support for the Executive Administrative Assistant.
• Assist with unit-specific administrative tasks and operational priorities.

Skills

Scheduling

Calendar management

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Documentation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CoPilot

AI applications

Canva

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Administrative Coordinator Department: PROV Undergraduate Studies 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 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

Advertised Job Summary Provide comprehensive administrative support to an organizational unit or individual to ensure efficient daily operations. Responsibilities include scheduling and calendar management, customer service, travel reimbursement processing, data entry, documentation, and records management. Provide backup support for the Executive Administrative Assistant as needed and assist with unit-specific administrative tasks and operational priorities and works as a team member in the Office of the Provost.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Knowledge of or ability to learn university policies and procedures and best practices in an office environment.


• Well organized and able to effectively plan and coordinate the activities of an academic administration office.


• Able to oversee and coordinate the activities of a service organization.


• Excellent communication skills; the ability to give and carry out complex instructions.


• Expert-level user of major office software and data search systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, CoPilot, AI applications, Canva, etc.


• Willingness to learn any necessary software skills as introduced.

Additional Comments

Job Close Date 12/13/2026

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 December 13, 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

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. je-47b7e28155c5400ca7d47d7b4b76e2ba

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.