Program Coordinator Peer Leadership

Program Coordinator for Peer Leadership

The University of South Carolina’s University 101 Programs is seeking a collaborative and student-focused Program Coordinator for Peer Leadership to support one of the university’s largest student leadership initiatives. This position plays a key role in recruiting, training, and supporting more than 300 Peer Leaders who co‑teach UNIV 101 courses and serve as mentors and resources for first‑year students. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Program Coordinator will assist with leadership development, large‑scale training events, program assessment, recruitment initiatives, and recognition programs that contribute to an engaging and successful first‑year experience.

• Recruit, select, and onboard more than 300 new and returning Peer Leaders for UNIV 101 and EDLP 520.
• Plan and facilitate dynamic training experiences that prepare Peer Leaders to serve as mentors, co‑teachers, and campus leaders.
• Support the continued development of students serving in the Peer Leader role.
• Match Peer Leaders with instructors to build effective teaching partnerships across UNIV 101 sections.
• Assess program effectiveness through surveys, evaluations, and data‑informed improvements.
• Coordinate recognition initiatives, including the annual Peer Leader Banquet, Cording Ceremony, appreciation events, social media recognition, and other celebrations.
• Develop and maintain program resources, including the Peer Leader Toolkit, weekly newsletters, Faculty Resource Manual, and other educational materials.
• Collaborate with faculty, campus partners, and University 101 staff to continuously enhance the Peer Leader experience.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support across University 101 Programs while contributing to departmental initiatives.

• Assist with the selection of over 300 new and returning peer leaders (20% of time).
• Develop, organize, and implement training events for new and returning peer leaders (20%).
• Assist with the development and implementation of peer leader marketing and recruitment initiatives (15%).
• Assist with assessment of peer leader programs and initiatives (10%).
• Help with the recognition of peer leaders (10%).
• Support the development of resources related to the Peer Leader Program (15%).
• Assist with administrative and programmatic support of cross‑functional areas within University 101 Programs (10%).
• Other duties as assigned (10%).

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and experience.
• Experience working with and/or teaching a first‑year seminar, facilitation, training, and event coordination.
• Experience with scheduling software or related technologies.
• Proficiency in using data for program evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, research, report‑writing, and problem‑solving skills.
• Leadership experience focused on team‑building and collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Sound judgment and decision‑making abilities.

• Graduate students who will obtain their degree by commencement of employment.

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Holidays (13 including extended December holiday)
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave

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. The University will give preference to qualified veterans for all positions.

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.

Job Open Date: 06/30/2026. Close Date: 07/26/2026. Number of Vacancies: 1.

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