Political Science Department Administrator

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program (

Job summary

The College of Charleston seeks an organized Administrative Coordinator to support the Political Science Department, handling budgeting, scheduling, records, and web/social media updates.

Responsibilities include coordinating onboarding for faculty, maintaining the department budget, assisting with searches, and supporting internships; strong communication and confidentiality required. On-campus presence is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 1–2 years of relevant administrative experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; strong communication and confidentiality are essential.
• Knowledge of FERPA and higher education policies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support hiring and onboarding processes for new full-time and adjunct faculty; coordinate searches and candidate files.
• Coordinate internship program and maintain community/academic contacts for student placements.
• Maintain department budget; reconcile monthly reports; forecast expenditures and order supplies.
• Update and manage department website and social media content; coordinate Advising Newsletter and major/minor information.
• Coordinate course scheduling, student records, and essential department reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Social media platforms

Data management tools

Office software

Budgeting software

Job description

The College of Charleston seeks an organized Administrative Coordinator to support the Political Science Department, handling budgeting, scheduling, records, and web/social media updates.

Responsibilities include coordinating onboarding for faculty, maintaining the department budget, assisting with searches, and supporting internships; strong communication and confidentiality required. On-campus presence is expected.