Administrative Coordinator

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 9739909
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at
Class Code:: AH10
Position Number:: 9739909
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities


Administrative CoordinatorDepartment: COP Clinical Pharmacy and Outcomes SciencesAdvertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom 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.Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryThe Department of Clinical Pharmacy & Outcome Sciences in the College of Pharmacy is seeking to hire an Administrative Coordinator to join our team.The Administrative Coordinator provides administrative services for the Department of Clinical Pharmacy & Outcomes Sciences by serving as the operational hub for department activities. The Coordinator serves as the primary administrative liaison among the department, college, university, affiliated health systems, and external partners to facilitate effective communication and efficient operations. The Coordinator supports the Department Chair, faculty, staff, students, trainees, and affiliated personnel through coordination of faculty affairs, financial operations, research administration, academic programs, communications, and strategic initiatives that advance the department's missions in education, research, clinical practice, and service. The Coordinator exercises independent judgment in coordinating complex administrative processes, managing confidential information, and ensuring the timely execution of department priorities.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Peoplesoft.- Excellent organizational skills and able to handle multiple, concurrent tasks efficiently.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications


Preferred Qualifications- Knowledge of or ability to learn USC policies and procedures, knowledge of Peoplesoft and processing travel and graduate student assistantships.

Additional Comments


Job Close Date08/31/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions 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 August 31, 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 OpportunitiesClick to learn more about why you should work at USC.To apply, please visit: StatementThe University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.je-7f08c8cf4f584cf38f3aa0d94e83d5c4
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Insurance Benefits
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Retirement Benefits
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