AD Diversity Access Inclusion
- Employer
- University of South Carolina
- Location
- Columbia
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Diversity & Inclusion
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Posting NumberSTA00436PO19Classification TitleStudent Services Manager IIInternal TitleAD Diversity Access InclusionCampusColumbiaWork CountyRichlandCollege/DivisionDivision of Student Affairs and Academic SupportDepartmentSAAS Undergraduate AdmissionsBand 7Advertised Minimum Salary $60,279Advertised Salary Range$60,279 - $70,000Location of VacancyPart/Full TimeFull TimeHours per Week37.5Work Schedule8:30am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday
Position requires some evening and weekend work, as well as travel (both one-day and overnight).
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
The University of South Carolina System is comprised of the state's flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 "Best Colleges" according to U.S. News and World Report), three regional comprehensive universities (USC Aiken, USC Beaufort and USC Upstate), and Palmetto College consisting of four two-year campuses (USC Lancaster, USC Salkehatchie, USC Sumter, USC Union and Fort Jackson/Extended University). Together, the USC System institutions offer more than 450 degree programs on campus and online and are uniquely positioned to meet the state's educational, cultural, health and research needs. The System employs nearly 14,000 people who work daily to improve the lives of students, fellow South Carolinians and the world. Our diverse engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
Benefits for FTE, Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated BelowThe University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Benefit Eligibility TypeFull-Time Equivalent (FTE)South Carolina RetirementYesState Insurance ProgramsYesAnnual LeaveYesSick LeaveYes Position Description Advertised Job SummaryReporting to the Senior Associate Director for Marketing and Recruitment, the Associate Director for Diversity, Access & Inclusion is responsible for leading a comprehensive strategy to recruit and enroll a diverse student body at the University of South Carolina. S/he will develop, manage, and implement recruitment and communication strategies for non-freshmen and diverse student populations that complement the overall recruitment and communication plan. S/he will advise faculty, staff, and administration on matters related to the recruitment of diverse students, and lead trainings to promote an environment that encourages the development of skills and strategies to engage with students of other cultures, backgrounds, and worldviews. The Associate Director is responsible for the research, assessment, and implementation of best practices to promote diversity, access, and inclusion at the University of South Carolina. S/he will supervise two Assistant Directors and work collaboratively with the executive director, senior associate directors, peer associate directors, and assistant directors. Position requires some evening and weekend work, as well as travel (both one-day and overnight).
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)Master’s degree in Student Services or related field and 7 years experience in student services program area.
Preferred Qualifications•Five or more years experience in undergraduate admissions is strongly desired; experience specifically with recruitment of diverse student populations and/or non-freshman is strongly preferred.
•Understanding of current issues and trends in admissions and enrollment management is preferred.
•In-depth understanding of higher education organization, policies, processes, and systems supporting student-centered operations is highly desirable.
•Experience using student information systems (in particular Ellucian Banner) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems (in particular Technolutions Slate) is preferred, as is experience using document imaging systems (in particular Banner Document Management System), College Board EPS, ACT EIS, and Cognos reporting.
•Knowledge of USC’s Banner Transfer Articulation a plus.
•Experience making data-driven decisions preferred.
•Must be able to recruit and work with diverse populations of students and staff members.
•Must be able to work collaboratively in a team as well as independently with little direct supervision.
•Must possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and be able to connect with a broad range of constituents, including parents, students, university administrators, campus partners, and community members, in both individual and group settings.
•Must be able to become knowledgeable of admissions policies and procedures.
•Must be able to read and evaluate academic credentials, manage budgets, and maintain confidential information.
•Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.
•Requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•Must possess and maintain a customer-friendly, positive attitude and be able to develop and promote outreach programs and opportunities collaboratively with appropriate university departments.
•Must be able to cultivate and manage key relationships.
•Must be able to negotiate with and persuade others.
•Must be able to tactfully and appropriately counsel applicants and their families.
•Must be able to interact with prospective students, applicants and staff with empathy, tact and discretion.
•Must be able to speak and write clearly and with confidence.
•Must be able to speak in front of large and small groups.
•Must possess a valid driver’s license, be able to operate a motor vehicle, and be able to travel overnight (both in South Carolina and out of state) for recruitment purposes.
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 July 21, 2019
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a Master's degree in Student Services or related field and 7 years experience in student services program area?
- Yes
- No
- * Briefly state why you are interested in this position.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Are you available to work occasional overtime on nights and week-ends?
- Yes
- No
- * Please discuss your experience as it relates to access and inclusion in college admissions.
(Open Ended Question)
- * In a constantly changing environment like admissions, especially with regard to diversity and transfer initiatives, how do you stay ahead of the curve?
(Open Ended Question)
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Working at University of South Carolina
With more than 200 years of history and tradition, the University of South Carolina is redefining itself for decades to come. There's never been a better time to be at South Carolina, the state's flagship university and one of only 62 public universities to receive the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation for research.
The University is located in the heart of South Carolina in the capital city of Columbia, which is the nexus of government, a thriving arts and culture center, a venue for big-time Southeastern Conference intercollegiate athletics, and a community that is reinventing itself with redevelopment projects citywide. Much of the development is tied to land along the scenic, slow-moving Congaree River. Working with government, business, and community leaders, Carolina has developed a unified plan that will allow the University to expand from its origins on the historic Horseshoe to its future-Innovista, a research and innovation district that will stretch to the banks of the Congaree.
Innovista represents a new vision for research by creating a vibrant, urban community where students and researchers, including those from private firms, will live, work, learn, and play. Innovista will represent the University's four core research areas-hydrogen fuel cells, nanoscience and technology, biomedical and public health, and the environment-but will include other initiatives and business partners that serve the knowledge economy. Innovista's first private tenant, for example, is a leader in software applications for the insurance industry and will create several hundred high-paying jobs.
By attracting similar companies and jobs-and by capitalizing on an attractive location for restaurants and residential and retail space-Innovista will help drive the economy and increase per-capita income in the city and state. Recreational space will include a world-class waterfront park along the Congaree River and a new stadium for the Gamecocks' nationally ranked baseball program. Greenway paths for biking, walking, and running already line much of the river area. Innovista's 8 million square feet will blend seamlessly with the Vista, the city's nearby entertainment district of restaurants, bars, shops, and art galleries.
Chartered in 1801, Carolina began classes in 1805 with nine students and a single building, Rutledge College. As the campus grew and buildings were added during the next 50 years, a horseshoe layout was adopted. Today, the Horseshoe is on the National Register of Historic Places, with 10 of its 11 buildings dating to the 19th century. Those renovated buildings house, among other areas, the South Carolina Honors College and Undergraduate Admissions, representing much of the University's current and future lifeblood.
In fact, incoming freshman classes have never been larger or more competitive. The freshmen from fall 2006 set records for their size (more than 3,700) and SAT scores (1171 average). Freshmen enrolling in the Honors College had average SAT scores of 1398. Members of the University's prestigious scholarship programs, Carolina Scholars for in-state students and McNair Scholars for out-of-state students, had average scores of 1449 and 1477, respectively. Total enrollment at Carolina for undergraduates and graduates is more than 27,300, with some 350 degree programs to choose from. Since 1994, Carolina students have earned more than $9.9 million in prestigious national scholarships such as the Goldwater, Truman, Rhodes, and NSF scholarships and the Fulbright Fellowships.
South Carolina's student body is diverse. In fact, Carolina was recently recognized as the state flagship university with the highest percentage of African-American student enrollment in the nation. Research by the Journal of Blacks in Higher Education shows African-American students made up 14.7 percent of enrollment in 2004, the latest year available. The JBHE also ranks Carolina eighth in the nation in percentage of African-American faculty at a state flagship university with 4.3 percent.
The University's faculty garnered a record $173.3 million in federal, state, and private funding for research, outreach, and training programs in 2005-06, and several key hiring plans will introduce more talent and expertise to the faculty ranks. An aggressive campus building master plan and the faculty recruiting initiatives will change the collective face of the University and the faces of many of its key teachers and researchers.
South Carolina is recruiting world-class faculty to be endowed chairs-and change agents-for a series of "research centers of economic excellence" in areas such as nanoelectronics, polymer nanocomposites, brain imaging, regenerative medicine, cancer therapeutics, drug discovery, vision research, hydrogen fuel cells, and travel and tourism technology. These centers, some in collaboration with other state research universities and health and hospital systems, are funded with $30 million annually in state lottery money, as well as private matching money. Carolina is in the midst of a faculty recruitment plan to hire 600 new members. The Faculty Excellence Initiative is recruiting 150 faculty, many in interdisciplinary clusters of emphasis, while the Centenary Plan will recruit 100 elite research faculty to lead the University's core initiatives. Additionally, 350 faculty will be hired across disciplines to replace retirees over the next few years.
The University has forged a number of international collaborations in research, and the University's global connections are also strong in academics, particularly in international business. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked the Moore School of Business best in the nation for its undergraduate and graduate programs in international business; the undergraduate program is No. 1 for the 10th consecutive time, while the graduate program is No. 1 among public universities for the 18th consecutive year and No. 2 overall, continuing a streak of 18 years with a top-two overall ranking.
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