Program Coord Faculty Development

Job Title

Program Coordinator for Faculty Development – Department: SAAS U101 and National Resource Center.

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of 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, the 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.

Program Coordinator for Faculty Development leads the planning, coordination, and implementation of faculty development initiatives that support more than 300 instructors teaching University courses, including University 101, 201, and 401. This position works closely with instructors who teach first‑year students and plays an important role in shaping the overall student experience. This role is central to strengthening and advancing the quality of instruction across the program.

• Plan and manage faculty development initiatives including Teaching Experience Workshops, Course Planning Workshops, Building Connections Conference, Summer Workshops, faculty meetings, colleague clusters, and related programs.
• Develop comprehensive timelines and agendas.
• Oversee preparation of materials, supplies, and handouts.
• Coordinate attendance tracking, event registrations, food orders, and room reservations.
• Provide individualized guidance and consultation to University 101 and related course instructors throughout the summer and fall terms.
• Support instructors in improving classroom instruction, engagement strategies, and overall teaching experience.
• Coordinate instructor recognition efforts to ensure instructors feel informed, supported, and valued.
• Maintain and update instructor‑facing technology platforms to ensure accuracy and accessibility of information.
• Assist the Associate Director with the coordination of the Graduate Leader Program.
• Coordinate the information session, communication with eligible students, collection of application materials, and schedule interviews.

Competitive salary plus the following benefits: 15 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday), health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, dependent scholarships, annual leave, sick leave, paid parental leave, professional development opportunities.

Experience teaching a first‑year seminar. May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving skills; excellent research/report‑writing skills; demonstrated ability to interact well with different university constituencies; demonstrated leadership approach stressing team‑building and collaboration; attention to detail and excellent organizational skills; ability to work without direct supervision; ability to make sound decisions; knowledge of training delivery methods, including active learning and discussion; ability to stimulate and facilitate individuals and groups in the learning process;

ability to plan and manage projects and self‑directed work groups.

• Salary Range:
  Part/Full Time – Full Time
• Job Code: EX-894
  
  CAE
  02
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Location:
  
  South Carolina
• Entry Level: 0–2 years
• Job Close Date:
  March 10, 2026

To apply, please visit:  We are only accepting applications submitted by March 10, 2026.

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