Student Service Program Coordinator

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid tuition

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

The University of South Carolina’s Department of Psychology seeks an Associate Graduate Student Coordinator to provide administrative and student-services support for its doctoral programs. Under supervision, the role manages student hiring, advisement, tuition abatements, applications, progression and graduation clearance, and alumni tracking.

The position serves as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School and helps develop and administer program policies while ensuring

Qualifications

• Strong math skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
• Knowledge of MS Word operating systems and database management including Access and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and student-services support for the Department of Psychology's doctoral programs.
• Under supervision, manage student hiring and advisement, tuition abatements, prospective student applications, progression and graduation clearance documents, and alumni tracking.
• Serve as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School and support the development and administration of program policies and procedures.
• Help ensure the doctoral programs remain in compliance with APA, University, and Graduate School requirements.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Access & Excel

Tools

MS Word

Access

Excel

Job description

Student Service Program Coordinator

Department: CAS Psychology

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary The Associate Graduate Student Coordinator provides administrative and student-services support for the Department of Psychology's doctoral programs. Under the supervision of the Graduate Student Coordinator, this position manages student hiring and advisement, tuition abatements, prospective student applications, progression and graduation clearance documents, and alumni tracking. The position serves as a liaison between the department and the Graduate School and supports the development and administration of program policies and procedures. This role helps ensure the doctoral programs remain in compliance with American Psychological Association, University, and Graduate School requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong math skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
• Knowledge of MS Word operating systems and database management including Access and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with student services.
• Knowledge of USC operating systems and USC policies and procedures.

Job Close Date

11/13/2026

Recruiting Information

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 on 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 November 13, 2026.

Benefits Package

• 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

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