Russell House Events Coordinator

Full Job Description

Russell House Events Coordinator

Department: SAAS Student Life

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

Russell House Events Coordinator

• Do you enjoy working with students and building relationships with students, faculty, and staff?

• Do you thrive in a customer-service focused environment?

• Are you able to think on your feet and troubleshoot issues as they arise?

• Do you enjoy supervising and mentoring others?

• Do you have experience managing and executing events?

• Are you a high-energy self-starter that loves technology and learning new things?

Look no further!

We want you in the Department of Student Life as our next Russell House Events Coordinator!

Primary duties include:

• Scheduling events and activities in the Russell House University Union and select campus locations

• Event planning with students, faculty, staff and external clients

• Educating users on facility policies and appropriate utilization of the Russell House University Union and points beyond.

• Hire, train, and supervise student employees and interns/graduate assistants.

• Provide oversight for Information Desk and assist with communications to facility stakeholders and users

• Manage and develop budgets.

Perks:

• Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.

• An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!

• Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.

• Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.

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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university setting with activities and event planning.

• Knowledge of an event planning software.

• Understanding of student development theory.

• Pending graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Verbal, written and organizational skills.

• The ability to manage multiple tasks and concurrent requests with a high level of accuracy.

• High degree of discretion.

Job Close Date

03/26/2026

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 March 26, 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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