Development Coordinator, Division of Development

South Carolina DDSN; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 seeks a Development Coordinator to support the College with complex administrative tasks and strategic coordination. You will work under minimal supervision and help ensure smooth day-to-day operations within USC Development.

Responsibilities include high-level project support, budget-related tasks such as reimbursements, and close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to advance the mission of USC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in development/advancement program or related area.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support and high-level project support for the College.
• Execute a variety of administrative, technical, and customer service functions to ensure day-to-day program operations.
• Operate within USC Development policies to ensure well-coordinated activities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Customer-service orientation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in development/advancement or related

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Development Coordinator, Division of Development Department: DEV Development Office 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

Under minimal supervision, reporting to the Lead Senior Director of Development (Lead Senior Director), for the College, the Development Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative support to include complex high-level tasks, confidential and detailed project support for the College with strategic coordination. Responsible for executing a variety of administrative, technical, and customer service functions to ensure smooth, day‑to‑day program operations. Serves as a member of the USC Development team and operates within systems, policies and procedures of Development to ensure consistent and well‑coordinated activities to further the mission of the School and the University of South Carolina.

• Demonstrated proficiency in both verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer‑service orientation, and the ability to work independently while contributing to the office functions.
• Established administrator in a fast paced and complex organization with past experience exceeding expectations of demanding internal and external constituencies. Ability to exercise excellent professional judgment and discretion.
• The ability to interpret information accurately, take direction, initiate action, and work as a team member is essential.
• Expertise and past experience working with budget management, especially expense reimbursement and account payable.
• Substantial knowledge of computers and various computer software programs (proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Professional).
• A sense of accountability to oneself and for others as it relates to meeting commitments, inclusive management style that actively solicits input from team members. Processes high level of integrity, confidence and positive attitude while being mission driven.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in the area of development/advancement program or a related industry.

Job Close Date 10/26/2026

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

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.