Assistant to Director of SEOE

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina’s School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (SEOE) seeks a highly organized Assistant to the Director to provide administrative and operational support. You will coordinate schedules, manage correspondence, respond to inquiries, and maintain critical records and resources to ensure smooth daily operations.

In this role you will also handle travel arrangements, travel authorizations and reimbursements, and purchasing for faculty, staff, and students.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1+ years of related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and ability to learn University systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to SEOE leadership.
• Coordinate schedules, travel arrangements, authorizations, reimbursements, and purchasing.
• Maintain departmental records and resources and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

25Live

Blackboard

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 3, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Professional Development Opportunities

Department CAS School of Earth, Ocean and, Environment

State Pay Range

State Pay Range G07

USC Market Range

USC Market Range MRD - $45,181 $55,347 $65,512

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $45,181 - $55,347

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

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 "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://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.

Position Description 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.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials 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.

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 Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Other Supporting Documents