HRBP - HR Specialist

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking an HRBP – HR Specialist within the DAF Facilities Human Resources team in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, and HR transactions to ensure accurate and efficient processes while maintaining compliance.

As a liaison between employees, departments, and HR specialists, you will support workforce planning, recruitment efforts, and HR operations. Strong communication and knowledge of HR regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of state and federal HR laws and higher education policies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, and leave administration.
• Coordinate hiring, employee lifecycle changes and annual HR activities.
• Ensure HR processes comply with policies and procedures.
• Serve as liaison between employees, departments, and HR specialists.
• Provide responsive customer service and backup to HR staff as needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Confidential data handling

HR compliance knowledge

Stakeholder relations

Team collaboration

Job description

HRBP - HR Specialist

Department: DAF Facilities 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.

The HRBP – HR Specialist serves as a key resource for employees and departments, providing support across a broad range of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, leave administration, and employment transactions. This role ensures the accuracy and efficiency of HR processes by coordinating hiring, employee lifecycle changes, and annual HR activities while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Acting as a liaison between employees, departments, and HR specialists, the position delivers responsive customer service, resolves routine HR issues, and supports workforce planning and recruitment efforts. The HRBP – HR Specialist also serves as a backup to HR staff as needed to ensure seamless HR operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including clear, accurate, and effective writing.
• Handles confidential data appropriately while managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to human resources, with skill in analyzing requests for compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Job Close Date

10/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

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 October 15, 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.