Outreach Specialist

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Posting Summary


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Posting Number
RTF00129PO26


USC Market Title
Community Outreach Specialist


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Business Title (Internal Title)
Outreach Specialist


Campus
Columbia


Work County
Richland


College/Division
College of Education


Department
CED Child Development Research Center


Anticipated Hiring Range
$48,726 - $51,979


Location of Vacancy
This position is field-based and requires the ability to drive to various locations throughout the state.


Part/Full Time
Full Time


Hours per Week
37.5


Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)


Basis
12 months


Job Search Category
Other Professional

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


Under the direction of the SC Child Care Resource & Referral (SC CCR&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 SC CCR&R hosted at the USC College of Education Child Development Research Center. Duties include providing information and materials about the services offered by SC CCR&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).

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, education, business, or other related field with minimum of 2 years of work experience that includes any of the following: training, outreach, marketing, event planning, administrative roles, logistics, or development.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• 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.

Job Duties


Job Duty


Responsible for the coordination and implementation of marketing and promoting the services of the SC CCR&R with a focus on educating families, child care programs, employers, and the community about child care topics and issues. This includes working with Outreach and Communication team members and management staff to develop outreach plans and strategies; coordinating with the Outreach & Resource Specialist and other staff to plan and manage outreach and professional development events both by traveling to conduct/attend in-person and virtually; and assisting in the distribution and inventory of marketing materials and promotional materials (including brochures, flyers, etc.) to promote SC CCR&R services.


Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
70


Job Duty


Develop professional partnerships with appropriate community partners to further coordinate, promote, and strengthen working relationships with organizations and promote SC CCR&R services statewide.


Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
10


Job Duty


Maintain data files (electronic/paper) of all outreach events, including internal tracking of trainings, conferences, meetings, seminars, and webinars. Work in coordination with the Outreach & Resource Specialist to develop reports, including monthly activities report and quarterly and year-end reports, for Program Director/PI.


Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
10


Job Duty


Maintain knowledge of field, program, and on-going statewide initiatives as they relate to high-quality child care and provide effective communication modes to share information with assigned staff. Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
10

Position Attributes


Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential


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

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Job Open Date
06/11/2026


Job Close Date
07/26/2026


Open Until Filled
No


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 July 26, 2026.

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