Training Program Assistant

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; 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's LAW Children's Law Center in Columbia seeks a Training Program Assistant to support grant-funded juvenile justice initiatives. The role involves frequent statewide travel to Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, and Richland Counties, with occasional travel to the Columbia office for coordination and training support.

You will provide administrative, coordination, and operational support, help implement programs, engage stakeholders, document activities, and maintain

Qualifications

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative, coordination, and operational support for grant-funded juvenile justice initiatives.
• Assists with program implementation, stakeholder engagement, documentation, and compliance activities.
• Maintains organized records and required reports, supports financial and data tracking processes, and facilitates communication with community partners, service providers, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient program operations.
• Provides daily administrative and logistical support for the Juvenile Justice Resource Center, tracks attendance during virtual meetings, and coordinates training materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Social media familiarity

Basic math

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Online platforms

Job description

Posting Number: RTF00184PO26

USC Market Title: Program Assistant

Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156355

Business Title (Internal Title): Training Program Assistant

Campus: Columbia

Work County: Chester

College/Division: School of Law

Department: LAW Children's Law Center

Anticipated Hiring Range: $40,269

Location of Vacancy: Chester, SC

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Hours per Week: 37.5

Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis: 12 months

Job Search Category: Administrative

About University of South Carolina: 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.

South Carolina Retirement: Yes

State Insurance Programs: Yes

Annual Leave: Yes

Sick Leave: Yes

Advertised Job Summary

Are you energized by meaningful work that strengthens communities and improves outcomes for youth and families? Do you enjoy being on the move, building relationships, and supporting a team that is preparing professionals and caregivers to make a real difference in youth justice?
The Children’s Law Center is seeking a dynamic and highly organized Training Program Assistant who is excited about both purpose-driven work and the flexibility of travel. This position requires frequent travel throughout Midland Counties, including Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, and Richland Counties, with occasional travel to other areas across South Carolina. You will travel independently and at times alongside the Program Manager and training team members to support statewide juvenile justice initiatives. Regular travel to the Columbia office for coordination, administrative training, and event support is also expected.
The ideal candidate can blend traditional administrative excellence with creative communication skills. You may document the impact of our work through detailed meeting notes, organized training records, thoughtful follow-up communication, or even assisting with social media content that highlights the meaningful work being done across communities. Your attention to detail will help ensure training runs smoothly, evaluations are captured, materials are prepared, and stakeholders stay informed and engaged.
If you are organized, adaptable, mission-driven, and ready to contribute to a team that is making a measurable impact across South Carolina, we encourage you to apply. This is more than an administrative role; it is an opportunity to be part of meaningful statewide change.
Reliable transportation is required.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer experience assisting with the planning and coordination of meetings, trainings, and events, including both virtual and in-person activities.
• The individual should be able to use Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word to organize information, track activities, and prepare materials; be comfortable with technology and online platforms; and quickly learn new systems and tools.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and the ability to provide basic content support are a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with attention to detail are essential.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and courteously with staff, trainees, vendors and perform basic mathematical computations.

Job Duty

Provides administrative, coordination, and operational support for grant-funded juvenile justice initiatives. Assists with program implementation, stakeholder engagement, documentation, and compliance activities. Maintains organized records and required reports, supports financial and data tracking processes, and facilitates communication with community partners, service providers, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient program operations.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 45%

Job Duty

Provides daily administrative and logistical support for the Juvenile Justice Resource Center. Helps prepare and organize training materials, track attendance during virtual meetings, and keep digital and paper files well-organized. Assists with scheduling, coordinating projects, managing materials, and supporting internal communication. Helps maintain program records, documentation, and basic workflows related to juvenile justice programs and training activities.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 35%

Job Duty

Completes administrative tasks after training and events, including processing payments and travel forms, keeping financial records, compiling training evaluations, maintaining training files and the CLC registration system, and helping prepare basic reports.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 15%

Job Duty

Performs other duties to support the work of the Children’s Law Center as assigned, including attending administrative team meetings and providing cross coverage for other administrative personnel during times of increased demand and/or absence.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 5%

Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/16/2026

Job Open Date: 08/12/2026

Job Close Date: 08/29/2026

Open Until Filled: No

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 of the department at any time. 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 August 29, 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 or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.