Assistant to Director of SEOE

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; 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's School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (SEOE) is seeking a highly organized Assistant to the Director to provide administrative and operational support to School leadership. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative academic environment.

In this role, you will coordinate schedules, manage correspondence, respond to inquiries, and maintain important departmental records and resources.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage competing multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn University policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules and manage correspondence for School leadership.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain important departmental records and resources.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, travel authorizations and reimbursements.
• Manage purchasing activities for faculty, staff and students.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Assistant to Director of SEOE

Department: CAS School of Earth, Ocean and, Environment

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.

Advertised Job Summary

Join the University of South Carolina's School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (SEOE) and become an essential part of a dynamic academic and research community! We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and service-driven Assistant to the Director to provide administrative and operational support to School leadership while helping ensure the efficient daily operations of SEOE.

In this engaging and collaborative role, you will work closely with the Director and Associate Director to coordinate schedules, manage correspondence, respond to inquiries, and maintain important departmental records and resources. You will also play a key role in coordinating travel arrangements, processing travel authorizations and reimbursements, and managing purchasing activities for faculty, staff, and students. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional who enjoys problem-solving, managing diverse responsibilities, and providing exceptional administrative support while contributing to SEOE's mission of excellence in education, research, and service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of University systems, including Peoplesoft, 25Live, and Blackboard.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks according to schedules and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with competing multiple concurrent responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn University policies and procedures, and general operation.

Job Close Date

12/03/2026

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

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To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214687

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.