Assistant Director of Service and Community Living

Posting Number STA00814PO26 Job Family Student Enrichment Job Function Student Life USC Market Title Student Life Program Lead Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/143051 Job Level M0 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Assistant Director of Service and Community Living Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department SAAS Student Life State Pay Range G09 USC Market Range MRF - $53,576 $66,970 $80,364 Anticipated Hiring Range $53,576 - $80,364 Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed to support departmental needs. Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services 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. Advertised Job Summary Assistant Director of Service and Community Living Are you passionate about connecting students with meaningful opportunities to serve their communities? Ready to inspire the next generation of socially responsible leaders? Do you enjoy building partnerships that bring campuses and communities together? Can you turn a passion for service into experiences that help students learn, lead, and grow? The Assistant Director of Service and Community Living leads the development, implementation, and long-term planning of community engagement programs that promote socially responsible leadership. As an integral member of the Leadership and Service Center team, the Assistant Director builds community partnerships, coordinates campus-wide service events, collaborates with campus partners, supervises and advises students, assesses program effectiveness, and manages program budgets. The position also supports the University’s mission and goals by participating in recruitment and retention activities for prospective and current students, as appropriate. Primary Job Duties Oversee the design, coordination, and implementation of community engagement initiatives that provide meaningful learning experiences beyond the classroom for all student populations at the University of South Carolina. Supervises, trains, develops, and evaluates a full-time coordinator, student employees, student peer leaders, and interns within the unit. Establishes clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations, ensuring each staff member understands how their work contributes to team and departmental goals. Develops and maintains strategic, collaborative partnerships with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, local neighborhoods, and educational institutions to connect university students and other program participants with meaningful volunteer opportunities in the community. Serve as a member of the Student Life/Leadership and Service Center staff by meeting regularly with supervisors, attending staff meetings, participating in departmental, university, and community-wide committees, and developing and supporting internal and external initiatives. Assists in developing budgets and monitoring expenditures in accordance with university policies to ensure responsible stewardship of resources supporting activities, programs, and related inventories. Perks Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! 15 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday) An engaging and collaborative environment. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of the basic principles and theories of student development and leadership and the understanding of community and civic engagement principles. Ability to interact with internal constituents and community partners on regular