Administrative Assistant at InsideHigherEd

Administrative Assistant

Department: SOMC Center for Disability Resources
Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: $34,532 - $51,798

About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, 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.
Advertised Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant will provide programmatic and logistical support for the statewide Attendant Care Program within the Center for Disability Resources (CDR), USC School of Medicine-Columbia. This role assists project staff in implementing training programs for consumers and attendants, ensuring smooth coordination of activities, events, and communications. The position supports the Project Director and team in achieving program goals and objectives, maintaining compliance with all applicable policies and regulations. This position is established to enhance and expand research and program activities within the department. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Required Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer education/experience in office system technology and/or experience in education, rehabilitation or other human services.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and work well with a diverse staff.
• Skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Skills with Phoenix/Care Call.
• Ability to handle confidentiality with protected health information.
• Knowledge of SLED checks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to collect and assemble information clearly and concisely.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Close Date
12/18/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant
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 December 18, 2025. 
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197010

EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.






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