Executive Assistant

State-of-South-Carolina; 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 an Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive executive, administrative, and business operations support to the Vice President for Human Resources and Organizational Excellence and HR leadership.

The role requires managing the division's budget, coordinating priorities, safeguarding confidential information, and ensuring timely, responsive service to university stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond to confidential requests.
• Knowledge of PeopleAdmin, Peoplesoft, and I-9 Advantage software.
• Knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and regulations related to fiscal and human resources issues.
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations related to human resources.
• Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to coordinate diverse administrative/management functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive, administrative, and business operations support to the VP for Human Resources and Organizational Excellence and HR leadership.
• Manage the Division of Human Resources' budget and financial activities.
• Coordinate executive priorities and divisional initiatives.
• Support efficient office operations and maintain confidentiality with discretion.
• Anticipate needs and balance day-to-day responsibilities with emerging priorities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Communication

PeopleAdmin

PeopleSoft

I-9 Advantage

USC policies

HR regulations

Office procedures

Relationship building

Tools

Budget tools

Job description

Executive Assistant Department: DHR Division of Human Resources

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive executive, administrative, and business operations support to the Vice President for Human Resources and Organizational Excellence and Human Resources leadership. Manages the Division of Human Resources' budget and financial activities, coordinates executive priorities and divisional initiatives, and supports efficient office operations. Exercises independent judgment, discretion, and initiative to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, safeguard confidential information, and ensure accurate, timely, and responsive service to university stakeholders. The successful candidate will be known for reliability, professionalism, and a strong commitment to service. They will confidently balance day-to-day responsibilities with emerging needs, bringing both operational excellence and a willingness to explore innovative approaches that improve the work of the division. We seek someone who is eager to learn, adaptable to change, and motivated to grow alongside a team dedicated to advancing people, culture, and organizational success.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate effectively and recognize and respond to confidential requests. Knowledge of PeopleAdmin, Peoplesoft, and I-9 Advantage software. Knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and regulations related to fiscal and human resources issues. Knowledge of state laws and regulations related to human resources. Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to coordinate diverse administrative/management functions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Close Date 11/12/2026

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. je-4f2465b5118249cd86e979d03ed06a13