Recruitment Coordinator

Title: Recruitment Coordinator

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00633PO26

Job Family Enrollment Management

Job Function Student Services

USC Market Title Student Services Program Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132678

Job Level P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title) Recruitment Coordinator

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland

College/Division College of Pharmacy

Department COP College of Pharmacy

State Pay Range G08

USC Market Range MRE - $48,726 $59,689 $70,653

Anticipated Hiring Range $36,544 - $52,989 (based on 30 hours/week)

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time Part Time

Hours per Week 30

Work Schedule

• Work schedule will be determined based on needs of the College in conjunction with identified finalist.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, as applicable in support of recruitment functions.

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Student Services

Job Description:

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

Are you passionate about connecting students with opportunities that can transform their lives and careers? The USC College of Pharmacy is seeking a dynamic, creative, and relationship-driven professional to lead student recruitment and engagement efforts across our undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to travel across the state and country to recruit the next generation of pharmacy professionals.

What You'll Do

• Inspire prospective students by showcasing the exciting academic, career, and professional opportunities available through the USC College of Pharmacy.
• Create compelling recruitment materials-from educational resources to innovative marketing content-that bring our programs and student experience to life.
• Build meaningful partnerships with schools, organizations, community groups, and other key stakeholders to expand awareness of pharmacy education and career pathways.
• Turn connections into opportunities by identifying creative ways to reach and engage students who may be interested in pharmacy careers.
• Track recruitment efforts and outcomes, using data and student feedback to measure success, identify opportunities, and continuously improve recruitment strategies.
• Represent the College of Pharmacy with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping students discover their potential.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 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

• The ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, communicate thoroughly and accurately with a diverse population, with colleagues, and with specific outside agencies.
• The ability to make independent, accurate judgments.
• The successful candidate will have to learn and maintain a working knowledge of the federal student aid verification and file review process, FAA Access to CPS system, and the associated University financial aid policies and procedures.
• Should be able to work independently but within a highly integrated team that has service and responsible administration as its highest priorities.
• Communicate thoroughly and accurately with a diverse population, with colleagues, and with specific outside agencies.
• The employee should possess leadership capabilities, a high energy level, and a dedication to outstanding student service.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Recruit prospective students into the USC College of Pharmacy undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, orientation programs, career days, prospective student tours, etc. Prepare, train and support the efforts of recruitment partners including student ambassadors, alumni ambassadors, faculty, and other staff.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty

Create recruitment and marketing materials to educate prospective students and others about the pharmacy profession and the job opportunities available to those who complete the college's pre-professional, professional, and graduate programs. Create content appropriate for web and social media marketing for the college's professional and graduate programs.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Tracks prospective students from first contact through matriculation into the college's programs. Maintains ongoing communication with interested prospects to ensure their continued engagement and to support them through the application process. Assess recruitment efforts and strategies to allow informed prioritization of work.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Identify high schools, secondary education institutions, and other entities as key recruitment partners. Develop strategic partnerships, including affiliation agreements, to support the college's recruitment efforts. Identify alumni and other pharmacy professionals to expand and support the recruitment efforts of the college.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15

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 08/19/2026 Job Close Date 10/13/2026 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.

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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