Education Specialist

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays (including anextended

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Education Specialist at the University of South Carolina in Columbia develops, implements, and evaluates educational programs across the University community to prevent and respond to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct.

Reporting to the Director of Incident Response, Education, and Compliance, this role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of related experience, with evening/weekend programming as needed, and a commitment to equity in education.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Preferred Qualifications include an advanced degree in instructional design, education, law, or related field. Knowledge of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, or other civil rights and regulations.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities include translating complex laws, policies, procedures, and concepts into accurate, accessible educational content and the ability to collaborate with diverse university partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support institution-wide education and training programs related to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct and deliver programming in multiple formats.
• Develop and maintain processes to monitor participation and completion of required training and report to appropriate units.
• Collaborate on communication strategies to raise awareness of educational requirements, resources, and opportunities.
• Design, develop, and update educational content reflecting applicable laws, policies, and office priorities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a job related field

Job description

Education Specialist

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 23, 2026.

• 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

Posting Details

Job Family | Academic and Professional Training and Development

Job Function | Training

USC Market Title | Training Manager

Job Level | P4 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title) | Education Specialist

Campus | Columbia

Work County | Richland

College/Division | Access, Civil Rights and Community Engagement

Department | ACRCE Office of Civil Rights and Title IX

State Pay Range | G10

USC Market Range | MRG - $58,934 $73,667 $88,401

Anticipated Hiring Range | $58,934 - $88,401

Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time | Full Time

Hours per Week | 37.5

Work Schedule | Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work flexible schedule in support of office needs.

Job Search Category | Other

About USC

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

Reporting to the Director of Incident Response, Education, and Compliance, the Education Specialist plays an important role in advancing the University’s efforts to prevent and respond to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct through effective, accessible, and responsive education. The Education Specialist reinforces a culture of integrity, accountability, and care and supports the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX’s mission to create an environment where all people are treated with dignity and respect and have an equal opportunity to learn and work at a university free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct.

The Education Specialist develops, implements, manages, and evaluates educational programs and resources for the University community. This includes institution-wide required education as well as targeted educational programming designed to address the needs of particular populations, units, or areas of the University. Working in collaboration with the Director, Office staff, and campus partners, the Education Specialist identifies and responds proactively and reactively to emerging educational needs and trends across the University community.

The Education Specialist must be able to respond proactively and reactively to the evolving needs of the University community and develop appropriate educational responses consistent with applicable law, University policy and procedures, and Office priorities.

The position requires flexibility in the delivery of educational programming across the University community, including in-person, virtual, online, and other appropriate formats, and may require presentations or educational programming during evenings and weekends.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 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 | Advanced degree in instructional design, education, law, or related field. Knowledge of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, or other civil rights and regulations. Experience developing and delivering education or training for varied audiences and through multiple delivery methods. Experience developing educational programming related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, civil rights, compliance, or related subject matter. Experience in a higher education environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Ability to translate complex laws, policies, procedures, and concepts into accurate, accessible, and engaging educational content. Ability to interact and build effective working relationships with individuals of various identities and backgrounds. Ability to collaborate with subject-matter experts and University partners to identify educational needs, establish learning objectives, and develop appropriate educational responses. Ability to exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate educational approaches based on audience, subject matter, identified needs, and Office priorities. Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction. Ability to manage multiple educational programs and projects in an environment with changing priorities, emerging needs, and competing demands. Ability to develop effective learning materials and educational resources using appropriate instructional methods and technologies. Ability and willingness to provide educational programming during evenings and weekends as needed. Strong written, oral, presentation, facilitation, interpersonal, organizational, and project-management skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty | University-Wide Education and Training Programs

Manages and supports the University’s institution-wide education and training programs related to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Deliver educational programming to faculty, staff, students, and other University audiences through in-person, virtual, online, and other appropriate formats.

Develops and maintain processes to monitor participation and completion of required training and provide information regarding participation and completion by appropriate University organizational units.

In collaboration with the Director and appropriate University partners, develop and implement communication strategies supporting awareness of educational requirements, resources, and opportunities.

Essential Function | Yes

Percentage of Time | 35

Job Duty | Educational Program and Resource Development

Design, develop, and implement educational programs, training, resources, and learning solutions that support the mission and responsibilities of the Office. Identify appropriate instructional approaches, delivery methods, technologies, and resources based on the subject matter, intended audience, educational objectives, accessibility considerations, and identified University needs. Develop educational materials that communicate complex concepts in accurate, accessible, engaging, and meaningful ways and are consistent with University standards. Collaborate with Office subject-matter experts and campus partners to ensure educational content accurately reflects applicable laws, University policies and procedures, Office practices, and available resources. Maintain and update educational content as necessary in response to changes in law, regulation, University policy or procedures, Office practices, emerging issues, or identified educational needs.

Essential Function | Yes

Percentage of Time | 30

Job Duty | Assessment and Continuous Improvement

Develop and implement appropriate methods to assess participation, learning, engagement, and effectiveness of educational programs and resources. Analyze available assessment information, participation data, feedback, and other relevant indicators to evaluate educational effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Use assessment results and recognized professional practices to recommend and implement improvements to educational content, delivery methods, resources, and programming.

Manage multiple education and training projects independently in a fast-paced environment and ensure projects are completed accurately and within established timelines. Maintain awareness of developments and effective practices in civil rights education, training, instructional methods, and learning technologies and incorporate appropriate approaches into University programming.

Essential Function | Yes

Percentage of Time | 20

Job Duty | Responsive Education, Collaboration, and Emerging Needs

Collaborate with Office staff, subject matter experts, University leaders, and campus partners to identify educational needs and develop appropriate educational responses. Identify and respond to emerging trends and educational needs identified through reports to the Office, campus experiences, assessment information, changes in law or University policy, requests from University stakeholders, and other relevant sources. Develop and deliver targeted or responsive educational programming for particular populations, departments, units, or areas of the University when an educational intervention is appropriate. Educational responses may be proactive or reactive and should be tailored to the circumstances, audience, and identified need. Participate in meetings, consultations, and collaborative initiatives where education or training expertise is needed. Assist with emerging or time-sensitive educational needs of the Office and University community.

Essential Function | Yes

Percentage of Time | 10

Job Duty | Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Function | No

Percentage of Time | 5

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

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies | 1

Desired Start Date |

Job Open Date | 09/25/2026

Job Close Date | 10/23/2026

Open Until Filled | No

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.