Strategic Initiatives & Recruitment Program Assistant

University of South Carolina; Aiken (SC); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina Aiken invites applications for the Strategic Initiatives & Support Specialist (Program Assistant) to support the School of Education by coordinating student-focused initiatives, assisting with assessment and accreditation reporting, and delivering essential office support.

The role engages prospective candidates, supports recruitment and outreach, and ensures efficient daily operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: high school diploma or GED and 1+ years of job-related experience.
• Preferred: undergraduate/graduate degree and 3+ years in admin assistant/office management.
• Experience with data entry, organization, tracking and reporting; social media management (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Support recruitment and outreach efforts and maintain promotional materials.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Initiatives: assist with candidate engagement activities and events.
• Compliance: support accreditation and assessment data processes; CAEP, Title II, SPA, ADEPT, CHE.
• Administrative Support: scheduling, correspondence, document prep, budget tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mac/PC proficiency

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate or graduate degree preferred

Tools

HelioCampus

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of South Carolina Aiken invites applications for the Strategic Initiatives & Support Specialist (Program Assistant) to support the School of Education by coordinating student-focused initiatives, assisting with assessment and accreditation reporting, and delivering essential office support.

The role engages prospective candidates, supports recruitment and outreach, and ensures efficient daily operations.