Outreach Specialist

Outreach Specialist

Under the direction of the SC Child Care Resource & Referral (SCCCR&R) Community Engagement Manager and in conjunction with the Communications Coordinator, the Outreach Specialist position is field-based in Richland County and oversees and manages the promotion of services and related programs through statewide outreach activities. It is a 12-month, full-time research grant position with benefits as part of SCCCR&R hosted at the USC College of Education Child Development Research Center. Duties include providing information and materials about the services offered by SCCCR&R to families, child care providers, organizations, employers, and the community through trainings, conferences, community events, and meetings. This position requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel to conduct/attend on-site outreach events, meetings, and community events and perform other job duties throughout the state. This position also requires work outside of typical business hours (evenings, weekends).

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.

Knowledge of marketing and outreach strategies, experience in public speaking, strong organizational and time management skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Computer skills that include Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and web-based software applications. Ability to work some evenings and weekends, maintain reliable transportation to conduct/attend outreach events, meetings, and community events and perform other job duties throughout the state. Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

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