Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager Department: CAS College of Arts and Sciences 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 Join the McCausland College of Arts & Sciences as a Human Resources Manager and play a key role in supporting the people who advance our teaching, research, and service mission. Working closely with the Associate Director and Director of Human Resources and Faculty Affairs, you will help guide HR operations, support faculty and staff throughout their employment, and serve as a trusted resource for assigned academic and administrative units. As the College HR Contact for assigned units, you will coordinate hiring and reappointment processes for FTE, research grant, and time-limited positions, as well as adjunct faculty and temporary staff. You will partner with unit HR contacts to navigate HR procedures, provide guidance on Summer ECOM processes, and coordinate College-level approvals. Responsibilities include preparing offer and reappointment letters, researching and processing HR actions, maintaining accurate records and tracking spreadsheets, and reviewing documentation for submission to the appropriate University offices. You will also assist College HR leadership with reviewing and approving position descriptions, job requisitions, new hire actions, and other personnel transactions. In coordination with the Director, you will support faculty and department staff through key faculty review milestones, including third-year review, tenure and promotion, and post-tenure review. This role offers the opportunity to build strong partnerships across the College, solve problems, and make complex processes easier to navigate. Through responsive service, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach, you will contribute to effective HR operations and the College's continued success while supporting additional responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Considerable knowledge of policies and procedures related to the University's faculty personnel operations, faculty review processes, academic affairs (ACAF) as it relates to faculty, fiscal operations and general management techniques and principles. - Ability to analyze and present idea in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing. Strong team player skills and the ability to work harmoniously with a diverse workforce. Must have writing skills sufficient to compose and edit a variety of documents using correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation with the ability to pay close attention to detail and proofread work carefully. - Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, in particular). Good organizational, time management, customer service and problem-solving skills and the ability to work accurately and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions. Work requires initiative and independent judgment. - Must be proactive and creative, identifying process improvement opportunities. Ability to maintain electronic and hard copy records and files for easy access and retrieval. Ability to possess thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures. Can handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in Higher Education Human Resources is preferred. - Experience with PeopleSoft HCM and PeopleAdmin is also preferred.

Job Close Date 12/04/2026 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 December 4, 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 Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C01%7CKURTRS%40email.sc.edu%7Ceca45df616784275e15908dab2a706ac%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C638018727680845870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j6sQGvabHDZHDmRBFwMrq8P8QCuDmChuJ%2FH5%2F8hDRUw%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9909285 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. je-658d66b6bf04419fa8b514554001f595