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Program Coordinator

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-time$46–79K/yrPosted 2 days agoStill listed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$46–79K/yr
Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Program Coordinator supports recruitment, placement, orientation, and re-entry for students interested in education abroad. The role also supports the development, implementation, and management of exchange, direct-enroll, and cohort programs and scholarships, along with curriculum integration and marketing efforts in the Education Abroad Office of Global Carolina.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Student Advising, nice to haveInternational Travel, nice to haveAttention to Detail, nice to haveMicrosoft Office, nice to haveTask Prioritization, nice to haveProfessional Communication, nice to haveProject Coordination, nice to haveCross-Cultural Communication, nice to haveRelationship Building, nice to haveJudgment, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveConfidentiality, nice to haveIntercultural Learning, nice to haveOrganizational Skills, nice to haveInterpersonal Skills, nice to haveMultitasking, nice to have

Qualifications

Student Advising or Abroad Experience, nice to haveExperience Living, Studying, or Working Abroad, nice to haveHigher Education Student Advising, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Program Coordinator Department: PROV Global Carolina 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 The Program Coordinator performs a variety of duties in support of the recruitment, placement, orientation, and re-entry of students interested in education abroad opportunities. The coordinator supports the development, implementation, and management of exchange, direct enroll, and cohort programs and scholarships as well as curriculum integration and marketing efforts in the Education Abroad Office of Global Carolina.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Experience advising students and/or traveling, living and/or studying abroad. Very strong attention to detail. Strong computer skills with knowledge of MS Work, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to: - Coordinate and prioritize competing tasks - Interact with faculty and staff in a highly professional manner - Follow projects through to completion - Communicate effectively with culturally diverse clientele - Establish and maintain effective working relationships - Exercise sound judgement - Communicate effectively and function as a member of a team in a highly collaborative, high traffic environment - Maintain a strong orientation toward customer service and a high level of confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience living, studying, or working abroad, or other demonstrated commitment to intercultural learning. - Experience advising a diverse community of students in a higher education setting. - Strong cross-cultural communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Close Date 11/23/2026 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 November 23, 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/9964111 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-6a20fd5dc04f44628941d0b98110871a

How this job compares

Set against the 1,107 open Program Coordinator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$46–79K/yr
  • South Carolina median$46–70K/yr23 salary ranges
  • US median$60–73K/yr347 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $62K, is close to the South Carolina median midpoint ($62K) — in the middle half of Program Coordinator salary ranges in South Carolina.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 27 open Program Coordinator jobs in South Carolina and 1,107 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Program Coordinator postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (749 postings).
Education
292 of the 1,107 open Program Coordinator jobs (26%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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