"Administrative Coordinator"

Job Details

Administrative Coordinator

Department: CEC Mechanical Engineering

Advertised Salary Range: $41,258 to $41,258

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
The university is looking to fill 2 vacant Administrative Coordinator positions in the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing. The Administrative Coordinator ensures the smooth daily operations of the department by serving as the primary point of contact for visitors, faculty, staff, and students while maintaining a professional and welcoming office environment. This role manages front desk responsibilities, work requests, schedules appointments, coordinates meetings, drafts correspondence, processes invoices, handles travel requests and reimbursements, and oversees purchasing and printing tasks. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and efficiency to support the department’s overall functionality.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
Experience in Banner and PeopleSoft Systems.
Knowledge of government policies and procedures.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Working knowledge of modern office procedure, practices, and the care and operation of standard office equipment and machines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and especially Outlook Excel, Word, Co-Pilot, and other general business software.
The ability to work well with others and establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple constituencies.

Job Close Date
08/26/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume’ and list of contacts. 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 August 26, 2025. 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.