Graduate Student Advising Assistant Director

Graduate Student Advising Assistant Director

The Darla Moore School of Business invites applications for a full-time Assistant Director. The Assistant Director for Student Advising is a key member of the Academic and Student Affairs team within the Darla Moore School of Business Graduate Division. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive academic advising and support services to graduate business students, ensuring timely degree completion and enhancing their overall educational experience. Through in-person and virtual engagement, this position focuses on helping students develop a personalized academic plan of study, monitors program progression, and proactively identifies and resolves issues impacting course registration and academic performance.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions):

• Master's degree in Student Services or a related field and 2 years of related experience, or bachelor's degree and 4 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in student services, business and human resources and/or related experience in client-customer support roles.

• Experience using Microsoft Office, Content Manager, GMS, Banner, Self-Service Carolina, and/or enrollment CRMs.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Written communication, analytical, interpersonal leadership, managerial, project management and conflict resolution skills.

• Able to work independently and aggressively in a fast-paced environment while exercising good judgement and reasoning in the performance of complex, ever-evolving job duties.

• Effective team member, planning, presenter and motivator.

Job Close Date: 06/27/2026

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 June 27, 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