<p>To navigate through this form, please use the "Prev" and "Save & Continue" buttons at the top of the page. Do not use your browser's "Back" button as it will not save your progress and data will be lost.</p> <p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00145PO25 USC Market Title Administrative Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156186 Business Title (Internal Title) Center Manager Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Darla Moore School of Business Department DMSB Management Advertised Salary Range $42,633 -$61,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <p>Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm</p> <p>Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.</p> <p>Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Inclusive Excellence Statement</p> <p>At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.</p> <p>Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below</p> <p>The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.</p> <p>South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>The SmartState Center for Innovation + Commercialization through the Management Department at the Darla Moore School of Business seeks to hire a Center Manager. This individual will be the primary manager and administrator for all Center administrative needs for Center activities. Serves as first point of contact to all inquiries. Provides exceptional customer service to Center stakeholders. Actively manages and supports the administrative, organizational, and data needs for activities with the Center's internal and external stakeholders such as, university students, faculty, staff, and potential students as well as other SmartState Chairs and affiliates, business community members, and other professional entities. Activities include coordinating the Strategic Innovation Certificate ongoing undertakings as related to course management and student inquiries, onboarding and matriculation tasks. Duties also consist of event planning and delivery, scheduling space, coordinating logistics, expense reimbursement processing, coordination and communication between stakeholders, and research project management.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials</p> <p>N/A</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Bachelor's degree and two or more years of related experience in business management, administrative services, or related field; or equivalency.</p> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <p>Must possess decision-making, communication, collaboration, organization, and skills-such as effective verbal and written communication; customer service best practices; coordinating with off-site stakeholders; planning, organizing, and executing projects and events; dealing effectively and courteously with the public; exercising judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures. Willing to learn data tools and platforms as needed (e.g., LinkedIn, University Platforms, or databases). Proficiency in Windows and MS Office Professional Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</p> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Serve as the first point of contact for all inquiries.</p> <ul> <li>Field inquiries about the Center, Strategic Innovation Certificate (SIC), and associated courses </li><li>Answer student questions concerning course registration, onboarding, and matriculation </li><li>Promote courses to graduate advisors across campus each registration period </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Provide exceptional customer service to Center stakeholders.</p> <ul> <li>Support and serve as liaison between Center stakeholders such as university students, faculty, and staff, as well as other SmartState chairs and affiliates, professional consultants, business partners, and business community members. </li><li>Respond to inquiries and questions promptly </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Coordinate with and communicate between stakeholders with an emphasis on the Center's Strategic Innovation Certificate and courses.</p> <ul> <li>Work with DMSB graduate student advisors concerning certificate concentrations. </li><li>Advise non-DMSB graduate student advisors and students on the Certificate application process, course registration, and graduation requirements </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Support the management of administrative needs for the Center's ongoing business, initiatives, and course activities.</p> <ul> <li>Activities include event planning and delivery, scheduling space, coordinating logistics, and managing and processing expense reimbursements. </li><li>Manage course set-up, registration, and classroom scheduling as appropriate. </li><li>Assistant in course management, including Blackboard management and student communication where needed. </li><li>Organize and produce yearly reports and budgets for the Office of Research/SmartState Program. </li><li>Create and manage web content for the Center. </li><li>Support research activities for Center initiatives. </li><li>Manage academic research projects as appropriate. </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25</p> <p>Position Attributes</p> <p>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. No</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/16/2025 Position End Date Job Open Date 07/08/2025 Job Close Date 08/22/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>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 upon 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.</p> <p>We are only accepting applications submitted by August 22, 2025.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190382 EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have at least 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? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p>