Job Details
Posting Number: RTF00239PO26
USC Market Title: Project Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156347
Business Title (Internal Title): Grant Project Coordinator
Campus: Columbia
Work County: Richland
College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: CAS History
Anticipated Hiring Range: $53,576
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule:
- Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 with one hour for lunch
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis: 12 months
Job Search Category: Administrative
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.
Benefits
South Carolina Retirement: Yes
State Insurance Programs: Yes
Annual Leave: Yes
Sick Leave: Yes
Advertised Job Summary
This position exercises sound judgment in planning and implementing project activities; communicating with faculty, staff, students, guests, and campus partners; managing grant-related budgets, hiring actions, and records in accordance with approved grant and University requirements; and monitoring project progress toward required deliverables. The Project Coordinator prepares paperwork and orientation materials for new faculty hires; serves as the primary liaison to College and University units; maintains program records and evaluation materials; and provides day-to-day guidance to student workers supporting the project.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Great Books programs and Founding Documents of American government.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of project coordination, event planning, budget administration, recordkeeping, and grant-support processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong vocabulary, spelling and grammar skills.
- Must be well organized.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent software.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Independently plan and execute event work plans; schedule rooms; coordinate catering, logistics, and guest travel; prepare travel authorizations; arrange lodging and airfare; and process reimbursements in accordance with grant and University requirements.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Job Duty
Coordinate with MCAS IT and communications staff to maintain project website updates and digital signage. Develop, edit, and produce promotional materials for grant events, using applicable design and communications tools to provide accurate, timely information to internal and external audiences.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Job Duty
In partnership with the unit Business Manager and College Grants Office, prepare and monitor budget activity within approved funding; serve as the primary procurement contact; submit purchase requisitions and supply orders; prepare regular financial reports for the grant PI and MCAS grants office; monitor student payroll and account changes; and maintain records needed for grant reporting and evaluation.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Job Duty
Develop and maintain project work plans and procedures; facilitate weekly staff meetings; coordinate with the grants office; and monitor progress toward grant deliverables.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Additional Position Details
Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential
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.: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 01/01/2027
Job Open Date: 10/14/2026
Job Close Date: 11/25/2026
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. We are only accepting applications submitted by November 25, 2026.
