Graduate Program Coordinator

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public research university seeks a dedicated professional to oversee the Graduate Studies Program in the English Department. This role involves managing day-to-day operations for multiple degree programs, advising students on academic and financial matters, and ensuring smooth administrative processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and student services, contributing to the success of over 90 graduate students. Join a collaborative environment where your efforts will directly impact the educational journey of aspiring scholars.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing graduate programs and financial actions.
• Strong advising skills for graduate students and HR matters.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations of 9 degree programs in the English Department.
• Advise graduate students on funding, financial aid, and program requirements.

Skills

Financial Management

Student Advising

Administrative Duties

Database Management

Education

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Database Software

Job description

Coordinates and monitors the day-to-day operations of 9 degree programs (4 PhDs, 1 MFA, and 4 MAs) that comprise the Graduate Studies Program in the English Department. Initiates, executes, and monitors all financial actions for the Graduate Program, including assistantship hiring, tuition abatement calculations, fellowship funding, travel funding, and other student reimbursements. Advises over 90 graduate students on program requirements in the 9 different degrees, funding, and financial aid. Advises graduate student employees on HR matters (e.g., hiring and payroll). Performs all administrative duties for the Graduate Office associated with advisement, course scheduling, and student services. Coordinates all graduate advising, scheduling, and registration needs for all English department graduate students and faculty. Maintains and updates current records for all current graduate students along with databases on GA utilization, time-to-degree, and alumni job placement. Serves as the primary graduate program contact for students, faculty, all university offices and departments, and the public. Provides information in response to email, telephone, and walk-in inquiries regarding procedures for applying to the graduate programs, program requirements, courses offered, and registration. Advises the Director, the Graduate Committee, and other administrators on departmental statistics as well as all matters related to enrollment, policies, and procedures. Works in conjunction with the Graduate Program Director on development and recruitment, assessment and evaluation, awards, special programs, and initiatives. Assist Department of English main office, as needed.

About the company

The University of South Carolina is a public research university in Columbia, South Carolina.