Workforce Development Coordinator

University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Pension plan

Child care support

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A public university in the United States is seeking a Workforce Development Coordinator. This entry-level, full-time role involves managing recruitment processes and supporting training initiatives. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, and ideally, have a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience in human resources. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance, promoting an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years of job-related experience in human resources or talent management.
• Preferred: 3+ years' experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring process and enhance candidate experience.
• Coordinate training programs for employee development.
• Contribute to community outreach and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Work Style

Character and Professionalism

Technological Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Purpose:

Under general supervision and reporting to the Director of Talent Development, the Workforce Development Coordinator (Coordinator) plays a vital role in advancing the Division of Development’s strategic goals by supporting recruitment, talent acquisition, and employee development initiatives. This position manages the administrative and logistical aspects of the hiring process, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates, hiring managers, and search committees. The Coordinator promotes the division’s talent management program and cultivates a sustainable pipeline of prospective candidates and applies best practices to attract and retain top talent.

In addition to recruitment, the Coordinator supports professional development efforts by coordinating training programs, managing employee development plans, and facilitating internal partnerships. The role also contributes to community outreach and engagement initiatives that align with the division’s mission and values. Furthermore, the Coordinator maintains key human resources tools and data systems, including internal webpages, staff directories, and survey analytics, to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. This position is under general supervision and reports to the Director of Talent Development.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Work experience in human resources, talent recruitment, or talent management with 3 years or more in higher education.

Organizational Skills

• Demonstrates strong ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, particularly in coordinating recruitment and employee development processes.
• Maintains meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation, tracking, and candidate experience.

Communication Skills

• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a concierge-style approach that fosters positive interactions with candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Effectively conveys information across various platforms and adapts messaging to diverse audiences.

Work Style

• Thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments, showing adaptability in fast-paced and complex settings.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and takes the initiative to support team goals.

Character and Professionalism

• Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions and decision-making.
• Demonstrates accountability, inclusive partnership, and a mission-driven mindset aligned with the values of the Division of Development.

Technological Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with social media platforms for candidate sourcing and engagement.
• Willing and able to learn new technologies and systems to enhance recruitment, development, and data tracking processes.

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative, Human Resources, and Strategy/Planning

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Pension plan
• Child care support
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance