Asst Director Student Life

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement programs

Paid tuition

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) in Bluffton campus seeks an Assistant Director of Student Life to lead program development, advise student organizations, and foster an inclusive, vibrant campus culture across Beaufort and Bluffton.

Reporting to the Director of Campus Recreation & Student Life, you will manage budgets, develop leadership initiatives, and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to enhance the student experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of student development theory and engagement best practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing engaging programs to strengthen campus community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Student Life department.
• Advise and support registered student organizations and leadership development.
• Design and assess campus-wide programs and events across multiple campuses.
• Build partnerships with faculty, staff, students, parents, and community partners.

Skills

Student development

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Program development

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor\'s degree in Higher Education Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Asst Director Student Life Department: BFT Student Life 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.

Advertised Job Summary Assistant Director of Student Life University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) – Bluffton Campus Where Leadership, Student Success, and Coastal Living Come Together

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable student experiences? Do you thrive in a dynamic, energetic environment where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, lead, and make an impact? The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites enthusiastic, student-centered professionals to join our team as the Assistant Director of Student Life. Located in the heart of South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry, USCB offers the perfect combination of a close-knit campus community, innovative programming, and an exceptional quality of life. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help shape the student experience while living on our scenic Bluffton campus.

Make an Impact Reporting to the Director of Campus Recreation & Student Life, the Assistant Director of Student Life serves as a key leader in developing, implementing, and assessing engaging student life programs and services across both the Beaufort and Bluffton campuses. This position plays a vital role in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant campus culture where students thrive academically, socially, and personally. As the day-to-day leader of the Student Life office, you'll oversee registered student organizations, coordinate leadership development initiatives, and create opportunities that foster involvement, belonging, school spirit, and lifelong leadership skills.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the daily operations of the Student Life department.
• Advise and support registered student organizations, encouraging student leadership and organizational success.
• Develop, implement, and assess innovative campus-wide programs and events that engage students across multiple campuses.
• Design and facilitate leadership development programs that empower students to become confident campus and community leaders.
• Build collaborative partnerships with faculty, staff, students, parents, and community partners to enhance the student experience.
• Manage departmental budgets and monitor expenditures responsibly.
• Assess program effectiveness using data and student feedback to continuously improve services and engagement opportunities.
• Foster an inclusive campus environment where every student feels welcomed, connected, and valued.
• Assist with evening and weekend programs, signature campus traditions, and special events throughout the academic year.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of student development theory, educational administration, and student engagement best practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing engaging programs and activities that strengthen campus community.
• Ability to establish productive working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Experience managing budgets and monitoring expenditures.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while maintaining flexibility and professionalism.
• Self‑motivation, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A positive attitude, high energy, and a genuine passion for student success.

Additional Expectations

• Maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support campus events, leadership programs and student engagement initiatives.

Why USCB?

Nestled in South Carolina's stunning Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina Beaufort offers an exceptional opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying coastal living. Our campuses are known for their welcoming atmosphere, personalized student experience, and commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. At USCB, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to helping students discover their passions, build lifelong friendships, and become engaged leaders on campus and beyond. If you're ready to inspire students, build community, and help create an extraordinary college experience, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the next generation of Sand Sharks!

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of the basic principles and theories of student development, educational administration, and public relations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and the general public, to identify, develop and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community, and to develop budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high volume environment and possess a great deal of flexibility.
• Ability to work independently when not working as part of the team; possess and sustain a high energy level and exhibit a positive attitude.

This is a live‑in position on the Bluffton campus with housing provided, requiring the Assistant Director to reside on campus and participate in an on‑call rotation to support the student experience outside of regular business hours. This position will be asked to flex time to work some nights and weekends for functions and events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the following Student Life areas: program/event planning, budget management, student engagement platform, student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and student leadership development.

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department's discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.

Benefits

• 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.