Executive Asst & Oper

Executive Assistant & Operations Support

Job Summary: The Executive Assistant and Operations Support will provide high-level administrative support to the Associate Vice President for Student Success while assisting the Admin & Operations Coordinator in supporting various units within the Student Success Department. The role requires regular interaction with university stakeholders, staff, and students. Key responsibilities include managing and prioritizing the Associate Vice President’s calendar, meetings, and events;

overseeing administrative operations for the AVP’s office; and providing support to departments within the Student Success Unit, including the Carolina Experience, the Student Success Center, the Career Center, and Academic Assessment & Quality Improvement.

• Manage and prioritize the Associate Vice President’s calendar, meetings, and events.
• Oversee administrative operations for the Associate VP’s office and departments within the Student Success Unit.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and data analysis for student success initiatives.
• Coordinate projects, track key issues, and ensure follow‑up for effective office operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Associate VP’s office and university stakeholders.
• Support event planning, logistics, and execution.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration within the Student Success Unit.

• Competitive salary ($59,581 – $89,371) and some of the best benefits available.
• 15 paid vacation days.
• 15 paid sick days.
• 13 paid holidays, including an extended December holiday.
• An engaging and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 or more years of job‑related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience in business, public administration, or administrative services; or equivalent. Experience operating within a large university. Knowledge of or ability to learn the University of South Carolina policies, procedures, and administrative systems.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Effective interpersonal and customer relations skills. Ability to manage sensitive situations with confidentiality and discretion. Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks. Ability to thrive in both independent and team‑oriented work environments. Possess adaptability, good judgment, and the ability to make effective decisions.

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.