HR Advisor

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, seeks an HR Advisor for the Law School to align HR strategies with institutional goals. You will support workforce planning, ensure policy compliance, and mentor staff to foster an inclusive campus environment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of HR experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with discretion. This full-time position is based at the Law School with no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience
• Knowledge of USC HR policies and applicable HR laws/regulations for higher education
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to manage multiple assignments

Responsibilities

• Mentor law school staff and provide guidance on HR processes
• Advise law school leadership on organizational goals and planning
• Perform classification and compensation activities for staff
• Develop procedures with HR Partners for talent management and performance evaluations
• Coordinate ADA accommodations and support faculty development efforts

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to mentor

Data confidentiality

Microsoft Office familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A Microsoft Word and Excel test will be administered to the finalists. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 18, 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

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications.

State Pay Range G10 USC Market Range MRI - $69,913 $87,391 $104,870

Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• Law Schoolwork hours are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch.
• No remote work.

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Human Resources/Legal

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.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number STA00589PO26

Job Family Human Resources

Job Function General Human Resources

USC Market Title HRBP - HR Advisor

Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/196574

Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) HR Advisor

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland

College/Division School of Law Department LAW School of Law

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 Advertised Job Summary The HR Advisor at the Law School plays a vital role in supporting the university’s mission by aligning human resources strategies with institutional goals. This position partners with academic and administrative units to provide strategic HR guidance, support workforce planning, and ensure compliance with university policies and state and federal regulations. The Advisor contributes to a positive and inclusive campus environment by supporting employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and operational excellence. The Advisor mentors law school staff.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Knowledge and understanding of USC HR policies, State of SC HR Regulations and applicable federal HR laws/regulations specific to higher education.
• Prior experience in cross-functional HR program management.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor and lead others to ensure effective operations at the law school.
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to human resources.
• Ability to analyze requests to determine compliance with policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Must possess the ability to write clearly, accurately, and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively evaluate and prioritize work assignments to meet timeliness and quality expectations.
• Ability to learn, adapt to and operate efficiently in multiple systems utilized concurrently, including human capital management system, talent management and other relevant integrations, and Microsoft Office.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Must possess excellent judgement, high expectations for quality, excellent customer service etiquette, and a strong work ethic.
• Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to solve problems independently.
• Must have the ability to handle the stress and pressure of working in the Dean’s suite, where work must be performed with quick turn-around times and precision.

Job Duties Job Duty The Advisor mentors the law school community by offering guidance, sharing best practices, and
supporting professional development. The Advisor aids in strengthening knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and applicable regulations/laws. This role fosters a collaborative team environment and contributes to building HR capacity across the university through coaching, knowledge sharing, and peer support. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Leads and supports strategic HR initiatives by advising law school leadership on
organizational goals, developing internal communications, and participating in
high-level planning meetings. The role collaborates on special projects with HR
operations and designs off-boarding strategies informed by workforce trend
analysis and institutional data. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Responsible for classification and compensation activities for staff at the law school. In partnership with law school leadership, creates and maintains meaningful position descriptions. Provides approval in collaboration with HR Business Partners for all base and additional pay for staff positioned employees. Partner with law school management concerning eligibility, equity, and justifications for HR actions. Counsels managers and employees in classification and compensation
policies/procedures and disseminates applicable information. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Consults with staff and law school leadership on interpersonal and performance issues,
manages sensitive matters within a structured and compliant framework, and escalates cases to expert employee relations team as needed. The position also coordinates ADA accommodations under the direction of the HR Business Partners and contributes to cost-saving and compliance initiatives that support a positive and equitable workplace culture. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Develops and coordinates processes, procedures and assignments within the the law school in collaboration with HR Business Partners. Supports law school staff as needed due to workload capacity, escalation needs and/or additional needs outside of normal daily operations for HR-related issues. Provides timelines and planning for annual or cyclical HR processes. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Assesses complex/non-routine HR-related items to determine if escalation is necessary
and coordinates as applicable. Performs law school duties as needed during times of absence or high volume. Provides support to law school staff as needed. Participates in special assignments/projects as requested by Central HR leadership. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty With the Associate Dean for Faculty Development, serves as the law school’s HR point of contact for Office of the Provost for items pertaining to faculty affairs. Faculty affairs responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting with the administrative duties associated with performance evaluations and concerns, hiring actions, reappointment and non-reappointment actions, salary actions, supplemental pay, summer compensation and tenure and promotion. With the Associate Dean for Faculty Development, assist as needed with faculty credentialing and coordination with OIRAA for accreditation or other reporting purposes. Partner efficiently with ISSS /HR- OIS for international faculty hiring and reappointment actions. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Responsible for all matters involving Conflict of Interest Forms for assigned
areas; to include but not limited to tracking, coordinating, and maintaining
records. Essential Function Yes 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

Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents