Job Description

Posting Number

STA00919PO25

Job Family

Enrollment Management

Job Function

Student Services

USC Market Title

Student Services Program Manager

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132655

Job Level

M1 - Managerial

Business Title (Internal Title)

Academic Advisor

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Athletics

Department

ATH Department of Athletics

State Pay Band

7

Approved Starting Salary

$59,581

Advertised Salary Range

$59,581 - salary commensurate with qualifications.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Typically Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekend to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Student Services


About USC

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.


Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), 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 USC 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.
Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Serve as Academic Advisor for Football and one additional sport, reporting to the Director of Football Academics and Senior Associate AD/ Academics. Primary purpose is to support the Director and perform the duties of an academic advisor, provide academic advising, planning and other support for student-athletes in other areas of course selection, registration procedures, degree requirements and career goals. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with academics in college athletics environment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to work with a diverse student-athlete population and communicate effectively with students, professors, peers and parents. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritize work tasks and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.


Job Duties

Job Duty

Serve as academic advisor. to student-athletes of assigned sports. Advise students on academic performance, course/major selection, developing a graduation plan, time management, goal setting, career planning, learning and study strategies, test taking, note taking and other skills for academic success

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

40

Job Duty

Maintain student-athlete eligibility by University of South Carolina, SEC and NCAA standards, rules and regulations.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

15

Job Duty

Maintain regular verbal communication and written status reports to coaches regarding academic issues and concerns.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Cultivate and maintain sustainable working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff, and campus constituents.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Develop and evaluate team academic success plans each semester.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Generate appropriate academic reports and summaries as required each semester.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5

Job Duty

Meet with recruits in assigned sports to provide n overview of available academic services and be able to communicate our staff philosophy and mission for student-athlete success.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5

Job Duty

Participate on one Dodie Academic committee within the office. Other duties and special projects as assignedby the Director of Academics and the Senior Associate AD / Academics.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5


Position Attributes
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.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

No

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date

11/19/2025

Job Close Date

01/03/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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 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.

We are only accepting applications submitted by January

3, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/198211

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.