Program Assistant
This position is open until filled. 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.
Posting Details
Posting Number - TMP01588PO26
Job Code Title - Program Assistant
Advertised Title - Program Assistant
Campus - Columbia
College/Division - Division of Academic Affairs and Provost
Department - PROV Center for Teaching Excellence
Salary - Commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy - Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time - Full Time
Hours per Week - 37.5
Work Schedule - Monday through Friday, 8:30am until 5:00pm.
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.
Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary - The program assistant supports the organization and delivery of the programs and services of the Center for Teaching Excellence. This position reports to the Program Manager of Operations and Faculty Events. The position assists with and coordinates professional development activities for USC educators. This position handles CTE purchasing, procurement, and travel reimbursements and meets regularly with administration to discuss spending and projections. The program assistant also handles some human resources procedures. This position will also provide program development and administrative support for CTE staff.
Qualifications - High School Diploma and two years of relevant program experience; experience with purchasing; familiarity with software systems; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Duties Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies - 1
Desired Start Date - 08/01/2026
Proposed End Date - 07/31/2027
Job Open Date - 07/23/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled - Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant - This position is open until filled. 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.
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.
Position Attributes
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/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL - No
Hazardous weather category - Non-Essential
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