Asst. Deputy Director - Operations (#011310) Operations, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
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Posted: March 17, 2026 (73 days ago)
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Asst. Dir. of Alumni Engmt.
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Job Description
Summary
This role involves planning and running events and programs to keep alumni connected to the University of South Carolina's School of Medicine, building stronger relationships that encourage volunteering, feedback, and donations.
A good fit would be someone organized and personable who enjoys networking with diverse groups like graduates, donors, and faculty, and is comfortable traveling and working flexible hours.
Ideal candidates have experience in fundraising or healthcare and a strong sense of ethics.
Key Requirements
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with alumni, donors, faculty, and community leaders
- Good judgment for managing complex projects with attention to detail
- Customer service intuition and savvy
- Willingness to travel, work evenings/weekends, and meet deadlines
- Commitment to ethical and lawful business practices
Full Job Description
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 StatementAdvertised Job Summary
Under general supervision, reporting to the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Assistant Director supports the strategic advancement goals of the School of Medicine Columbia by conceptualizing, planning, and executing meaningful interactions, programs, and experiences which foster deeper relationships between graduates and the institution. The Assistant Director plays a pivotal role in enhancing alumni affinity and loyalty, encouraging volunteerism and participation, soliciting feedback, strengthening donor pipelines, and contributing to the philanthropic goals of the Office of Advancement through personalized communications and engagement opportunities. Demonstrates a commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
Requirements
• Excellent organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated customer service intuition and savvy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, alumni, donors, faculty, administrators, and community leaders or representatives at all levels.
• Good judgement, and the ability to think through and implement complex projects to a successful end.
• Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions with impeccable attention to detail.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Willingness to travel as required by the geographic location of alumni chapters and events.
• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• The ability to meet goals and objectives, and to work within the constraints of deadlines.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
Qualifications
• Fundraising or development experience in higher education. Familiarity and/or experience in the medical profession and/or a healthcare/health sciences field. Familiarity and/or experience with Adobe programs.
Additional Information
04/27/2026
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 April 27, 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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To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7000994EEO 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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