STEM Program Manager

Please see Special Instructions for more details. Please include email addresses for your references. Typically Monday – Friday; 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or as needed by the department. Type of Staff Position Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis Basis 12 months Job Search Category Job Search Category Administrative 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 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 for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes Position Description Advertised Job Summary The position will work as the STEM program and grant Manager, performing outreach to K-12 schools in the region, offering STEM education programs in efforts to develop a workforce pipeline. This position will also connect current and prospective USC Salkehatchie students with STEM scholarships, internships and/or research programs as well as assist with developing and implementing strategies related to marketing and recruitment for Salkehatchie’s STEM degree opportunities. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s 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 N/A Grant Management and Successful Grant Writing experience preferred Mechanically inclined, understand clean energy, robotics, electricity. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Effective oral and written communication skills are essential. Working knowledge of budgets and budgeting practices. Working knowledge of Microsoft application software (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point). Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with USC personnel and community agencies. Ability to comprehend and properly apply government and USC policies, procedures and regulations. Job Duties Job Duty Work with schools in the University’s service area at the K-12 level to provide opportunities for students to engage in STEM activities with the purpose of introducing them to STEM fields and careers, particularly at the SRS and with focus on clean energy. Some of these activities will include Nuclear Science Week, Aviation Camp, and University of Possibilities events. Engage in collaboration with area schools and other organizations, i.e. DIG (Dreams, Imagination & Gift) to plan targeted events. Develop and implement new programs and opportunities for middle school and high school students such as STEM summer camp, robotics competitions, etc. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty Will work to develop an internship program that identifies opportunities for university students to gain experience in businesses and industries in the service area, including SRS . Will assist students in learning about and applying for other scholarships and/ or research programs as well as developing and implementing strategies regarding marketing and recruiting for Salkehatchie’s STEM degrees and partnerships with industry in the service area, including SRS Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Oversee all aspects of STEM -related grants, including application, reporting, assessment and budgeting; in addition to grant writing for program sustainability. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 20 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category 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. 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 Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Desired Start Date 07/01/2026 Position End Date Job Open Date Job Open Date 03/09/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Please include email addresses for your references. 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