Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator for Partnerships and Implementation Posting Number: RTF00154PO26 Campus: Columbia Department: CED College of Education Location: Hybrid Type: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Standard schedule 8:30am – 5:00pm (may require flexible schedule) Job Summary Program Coordinator for Partnerships and Implementation will lead the coordination and operational implementation of personalized professional learning systems by strengthening partnerships, managing cross‑initiative workflows, and ensuring high‑quality, scalable execution of micro‑credential systems across mCrED and Profile2Work SC. This role serves as a key connector across partners, assessors, and internal teams to support program growth, consistency, and impact. Key Responsibilities Serve as primary liaison for partners while leading onboarding, engagement, communication, implementation planning, and assessment coordination to ensure quality and consistency, and integration of micro‑credentials across coursework, professional learning, and work‑based learning environments. (40% of time) Support partnerships that connect education and workforce stakeholders to strengthen career‑connected learning opportunities, integration of student‑facing micro‑credentials with CTE pathways and work‑based experiences, and alignment to establish competency frameworks such as the Profile of the SC Graduate. Provide platform support as needed. (30% of time) Identify and support opportunities for partnership expansion, funding, and alignment to contribute to scaling efforts across new and existing sites. (25% of time) Other duties as assigned. (5% of time) Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and experience. Experience working with CTE programs, workforce development initiatives, or career‑connected learning models. Familiarity with micro‑credential platforms, digital portfolios, or competency‑based assessment systems. Experience in partnership development with K–12, higher education, or industry partners. Knowledge of South Carolina education systems, Profile of the SC Graduate, or statewide workforce initiatives. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong project management and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to design, refine, and improve operational processes to support scalability and consistency. Skilled in relationship‑building and maintaining partnerships across diverse stakeholders. Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable improvements. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear, professional correspondence. Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment. Comfort navigating ambiguity and supporting evolving systems and initiatives. EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr