Community Outreach Specialist

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks a Community Outreach Specialist to support the implementation of community-based nutrition education across Richland County and the Midlands. This full-time role focuses on expanding FoodShare's outreach to local communities and building partnerships with the teaching kitchen community of practice in South Carolina.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with strong written and verbal communication, public speaking, and

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint with strong organizational and verbal skills.
• Public speaking and community engagement skills; proactive and detail‑oriented.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic team environment and adhere to policies.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of community-based nutrition education in Richland County and the Midlands.
• Strengthen FoodShare outreach to local communities and the teaching kitchen community of practice.
• Support expanded research activities.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Public speaking

Community engagement

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Community Outreach Specialist

Department: SOMC Food Share

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: 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

The Community Outreach Specialist will provide support for the implementation of community-based nutrition education programming in Richland County and throughout the Midlands region and will also serve to strengthen FoodShare's outreach to local communities and the teaching kitchen community of practice in South Carolina. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and possess strong organizational, written, and verbal skills, including attention to detail and a proactive/strategic approach to daily tasks; willingness to work in a dynamic environment and team setting; is a strong public speaker with community engagement skills.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program management experience in a community-based, educational, and/or population health setting.
• Food service experience in a commercial, institutional, or other setting requiring adherence to SCDA Regulation 61-25 for retail food establishments.
• ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager certification.

Job Close Date

11/07/2026

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.