Program Recruiter

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; 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 College of Social Work invites applications for a Program Coordinator to recruit prospective students for all academic programs through outreach and relationship building. The role supports enrollment objectives under the Director of Enrollment Management and collaborates with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities include lead management, enrollment support, and promoting social work education to diverse stakeholders, advancing the College’s enrollment

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work and 2 years related experience.
• Knowledge of marketing, social media, and public relations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students for all programs through outreach and relationship building.
• Manage leads and support enrollment objectives in collaboration with partners.
• Promote social work education to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity outreach

Creativity

Time management

Travel coordination

Public relations

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Database software

Job description

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.

Job Responsibilities

Program Recruiter

Department: COSW College of Social Work

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Enrollment Management, the Program Coordinator is responsible for recruiting prospective students for all University of South Carolina College of Social Work academic programs through outreach, relationship building, lead management, and enrollment support activities. The position promotes social work education and works collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve the College of Social Work's enrollment objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work and 2 years related experience.
• Knowledge of and interest in marketing, social media, public relations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work effectively with diverse populations.
• Creativity in developing strategies for lead generation and nurture.
• Ability to manage time and plan travel schedule to visit colleges and attend conferences.
• Flexibility in scheduling.
• Proficient computer skills with database programs/applications.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Job Close Date

October 16, 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

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.