Job Description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 7272654
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB75
Position Number:: 7272654
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser):
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities Student Success Coach
Department: CED College of Education
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Office of Community Empowerment (OCE ) Student Success Coach provides programmatic support to student engagement initiatives within the College of Education. The Student Success Coach oversees the Apple Core Initiative (ACI ) by coordinating program activities, student engagement efforts, and outreach events. ACI is a flagship OCE program that recruits high school students from high-poverty and rural communities into teacher education programs at the University of South Carolina. This role assists the OCE in delivering student-centered programming and outreach efforts that contribute to the College's mission of expanding access to educational opportunities. The Student Success Coach facilitates communication with internal and external partners and provides support to prospective and current students through coaching, orientation, and participation in OCE -sponsored initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting student programs, educational initiatives, or community outreach efforts. Familiarity with higher education and P-12 environments.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and community partners.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and complete assigned tasks accurately.
• Basic skills in data entry, recordkeeping, and administrative support.
• Knowledge of working with students and supporting educational programs.
Job Close Date
07/06/2026
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 July 6, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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