Career Development Coach

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 October 11, 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

College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support

Department

State Pay Range

State Pay Range G08

USC Market Range

USC Market Range MRE - $49,700 $ 60,882 $ 72,065

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $49,700 - $72,065

Location of Vacancy

Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Must be willing to flex hours in order to meet the needs of the department

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

• Are you passionate about empowering students to identify their strengths, explore career possibilities, and pursue meaningful professional goals?
• Do you enjoy coaching students as they make informed decisions about their majors, career paths, internships, and future opportunities?
• Can you confidently engage students and employers through clear communication, dynamic presentations, and thoughtful career guidance?

The Career Center is seeking an engaging, student-centered professional to provide career counseling, coaching, and advising to students across assigned academic colleges, schools, and special populations. In this role, you will empower students to explore majors and career options, interpret career assessments, develop practical career plans, and build the skills needed for professional success. You will provide guidance in job-search strategies, interviewing, networking, and personal branding while collaborating with campus partners to support diverse student populations, including students with disabilities, student-athletes, veterans, international students, and underrepresented students.

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