Events Coordinator

Posting Summary Logo:

Posting Number:
STA00409PO26

Job Family:
Event Management

Job Function:
Events

USC Market Title:
Events Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title:

Job Level:
P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title):
Events Coordinator

Campus:
Aiken

Work County:
Aiken

College/Division:
USC Aiken College/Division Level

Department:
AIK Student Life and Services

State Pay Range:
G08

USC Market Range:
MRE - $48,726 $59,689 $70,653

Anticipated Hiring Range:
$48,726 - $59,689

Location of Vacancy:

Part/Full Time:
Full Time

Hours per Week:
37.5

Work Schedule:

Basis :
12 months

Job Search Category:
Student Services

About USC 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 bachelors 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.

Veterans' Preference Statement:
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

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Position Description Advertised Job Summary:
Events Coordinator (Operations Manager I), Salary: $48,726 $59,689 per year, USCA Student Affairs

Under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, the Events Coordinator plans, manages, and executes high-visibility, campus-wide, and externally facing events that advance the Universitys mission, brand, and strategic priorities. This role serves as a central coordination hub for major institutional events, working across academic and administrative units, external partners, vendors, and community stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, professional execution, and strong brand alignment. This position emphasizes campus-wide coordination, external affairs, and vendor relations. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent computer skills in word processing and database management. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and strong organization skills required. Must be able to travel occasionally and work evenings and weekend hours. Minimum requirements: Bachelors degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Application deadline: June 19, 2026. USCA is an AA/ EOE . We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:
Requires a bachelors degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials:

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Excellent computer skills in word processing and database management. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and strong organization skills required. Must be able to travel occasionally and work evenings and weekend hours.

Job Duties Job Duty:
Signature and Strategic Event Management:
Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution major university events, including but not limited to: Convocation and Commencement ceremonies; Cyber Week; USCA Downtown Takeover; Chancellors Legislative Dinner; MLK Jr. program, and new and emerging institutional initiatives and special events.
Responsibilities include assisting with event planning: timeline development, venue coordination, logistics, vendor engagement, on-site management, and post-event evaluation.

Essential Function:
Yes

Percentage of Time:
35

Job Duty:
Chancellors Ambassadors Advisement:
Provide oversight and management of the Chancellors Ambassadors Program including selection, training, and support of signature and executive -level events. Responsible for planning USCAs participation with Carolina Day.

Essential Function:
Yes

Percentage of Time:
15

Job Duty:
Other Event Planning Responsibilities:
Responsible for assisting with major campus wide events such as Welcome Week, Holiday Fest, Vice Chancellor service events, and other new initiatives.

Essential Function:
Yes

Percentage of Time:
35

Job Duty:
Collaboration with Vice Chancellor/Chancellor Offices/Other Stakeholders:
Meet monthly with appropriate staff members to coordinate calendars for Vice Chancellors and the Chancellor including the Executive Assistant for the Chancellors Office, Provosts Office, and Advancement and Development. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Function:
Yes

Percentage of Time:
15

Position Attributes 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.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:
No

Hazardous weather category:
Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies:
1

Desired Start Date:

Job Open Date:
06/05/2026

Job Close Date:
06/19/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Special Instructions to Applicant:
In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

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 June 19, 2026 .

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EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.