Job Description

Posting Number

STA00558PO25

Job Family

Enrollment Management

Job Function

Admissions

USC Market Title

Admissions Representative

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132599

Job Level

P1 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Regional Admissions Representative

Campus

Work County

College/Division

USC Sumter College/Division Level

Department

USC Sumter - Palmetto College

State Pay Band

5

Approved Starting Salary

Advertised Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

1

Part/Full Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The position will be located in Sumter, SC and serve the designated service area around Sumter.

Must be willing to travel and work a flexible schedule when necessary to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

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.


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

The Regional Admissions Representative is responsible for growing enrollment in USC Palmetto College online degree completion programs through active recruitment activities within a designated service area in Sumter, SC.



Recruit prospective students into USC Palmetto College degree completion program from an assigned campus and geographic region of South Carolina.



Develop new inquiries through active outreach to local Palmetto College Campus students, technical college representatives and students, and business and community leaders; manage those prospects through various engagement activities and communication to support them through the application process; utilize approved recruitment policies and procedures; make prompt, continued and effective contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates based on career and education goals.



Serve as a liaison for prospective students through the admissions process and conduct all activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards. Adhere to all state and federal accreditation requirements, as well as the rules and regulations regarding student recruitment set forth by the University and Palmetto College.



Conduct weekly follow-up activities with prospective students to ensure successful matriculation; log all interactions using the CRM system. Meet or exceed established target goals by program.



Accurately and completely portray degree pathways, expected outcomes, student services, and financial consideration to prospective students and other pertinent stakeholders.



Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs, career days, etc.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 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

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job Duties
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

Hazardous weather category

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/16/2025

Job Open Date

07/08/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

This position will be located in Sumter, South Carolina

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190480

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.