Summary
This job involves helping a university development team hire new staff by managing the entire recruitment process, from finding candidates to supporting interviews, while also organizing training programs to help current employees grow professionally.
It includes building relationships with the community to attract talent and keeping track of HR data using various tools.
A good fit would be someone organized, great at communicating with people, and eager to support team goals in a busy university setting.
Key Requirements
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and details in recruitment and development processes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments with adaptability and initiative
- Professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, accountability, and an inclusive, mission-driven mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media for candidate sourcing and engagement
- Willingness to learn new technologies and systems for recruitment, development, and data tracking
Full Job Description
Workforce Development CoordinatorDepartment:DEV Development Office
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 and reporting to the Director of Talent Development, the Workforce Development Coordinator (Coordinator) plays a vital role in advancing the Division of Development’s strategic goals by supporting recruitment, talent acquisition, and employee development initiatives. This position manages the administrative and logistical aspects of the hiring process, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates, hiring managers, and search committees. The Coordinator promotes the division’s talent management program and cultivates a sustainable pipeline of prospective candidates and applies best practices to attract and retain top talent.
In addition to recruitment, the Coordinator supports professional development efforts by coordinating training programs, managing employee development plans, and facilitating internal partnerships. The role also contributes to community outreach and engagement initiatives that align with the division’s mission and values. Furthermore, the Coordinator maintains key human resources tools and data systems, including internal webpages, staff directories, and survey analytics, to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesOrganizational Skills
· Demonstrates strong ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, particularly in coordinating recruitment and employee development processes. · Maintains meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation, tracking, and candidate experience.
Communication Skills
· Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a concierge-style approach that fosters positive interactions with candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders. · Effectively conveys information across various platforms and adapts messaging to diverse audiences.
Work Style
·Thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments, showing adaptability in fast-paced and complex settings. · Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and takes the initiative to support team goals.
Character and Professionalism
· Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions and decision-making. · Demonstrates accountability, inclusive partnership, and a mission-driven mindset aligned with the values of the Division of Development.
Technological Proficiency
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with social media platforms for candidate sourcing and engagement.·Willing and able to learn new technologies and systems to enhance recruitment, development, and data tracking processes.
Job Close Date
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
• Work experience in human resources, talent recruitment, or talent management with 3 years or more in higher education.
Additional Information
Job Close Date
04/01/2026
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 1, 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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