Administrative Coordinator I

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Posting number: 9796435 Department: University of South Carolina Job classification: Administrative Coordinator I Posting type: Open Categories: Office and Administrative Support Summary Administrative Coordinator IDepartment: CEC Electrical EngineeringAdvertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time: Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom 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 StatementAdvertised Job SummaryThe Administrative Coordinator in the Department of Electrical Engineering in the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing 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, assists with the processing of invoices, assists with travel requests and reimbursements, and assists with purchasing and printing tasks. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and efficiency to support the department's overall functionality. Examples of duties Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Ability to exercise discretion in interpreting and applying established policies and procedures and when dealing with people.- Ability to set priorities and manage details.- Medium to high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Access), and ability to quickly learn online tools such as SharePoint, Blackboard.- Experience in an educational setting.- Basic understanding of computer hardware and software and use of presentation equipment. Qualifications Preferred Qualifications- Knowledge of University of South Carolina policies and procedures.- Experience in Banner, Blackboard, SharePoint, and PeopleSoft Systems.- Knowledge of government policies and procedures. Supplemental information Job Close Date09/30/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantApplicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and list of referencesPositions 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 September 30, 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 OpportunitiesClick to learn more about why you should work at USC.To apply, please visit: StatementThe 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-b7b51d3d0a4e4bb180e02f7c2690bbdf