CIC Undergraduate Recruiter

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina in South Carolina is seeking an undergraduate recruiter to recruit undergraduate students for the College of Information and Communications. This includes creating an executing a recruitment strategy to meet enrollment goals.

The role requires excellent communication, ability to manage multiple projects, and willingness to work evenings and some weekends; proficiency with office software and university systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency with computer applications, email systems, and online university systems.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, able to manage multiple responsibilities with deadlines.
• Ability to work with changing priorities in a high-volume environment and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Recruit undergraduate students for the College's programs.
• Develop and execute a recruitment strategy to meet enrollment goals.

Skills

Communication

Computers

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Confidentiality

Data analysis

Diversity experience

Evenings/weekends

Job description

CIC Undergraduate Recruiter Department: CIC College of Information and Communications 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

A self-starter, the undergraduate recruiter will recruit undergraduate students for the College's undergraduate academic programs for the College of Information and Communications. This includes creating an executing a recruitment strategy to meet enrollment goals.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Proficiency in computer applications, electronic mail systems, and online University systems.
• Detail orientated, self-motivated, and able to work independently and carefully manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with short deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Must have an ability to work with changing priorities and multiple projects in a high-volume environment, excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the academic policies and procedures of the University and the College of Information and Communications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software required. Effective written and oral communication skills required.
• Able to work with a diverse student body, faculty, administrators and willingness to work evenings and some weekends is expected.
• Ability to analyze data, to produce reports, to keep detailed and accurate records, and to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with working with college students is preferred in one or more of the following areas: program planning; general student affairs administration within a diverse campus in an urban setting; academic advising, curriculum planning and college teaching; supporting and advising graduate students.
• Knowledge of student development, USC systems, and USC policies and procedures preferred.
• Experience with social media and search engine optimization tools also preferred.

Job Close Date 09/13/2026

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 September 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

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.