Program Coordinator

Logo : Posting Number :

RTF00002PO26

USC Market Title : Program Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 156364

Business Title (Internal Title) :

Program Coordinator

Campus : Columbia

Work County : Richland

College / Division :

School of Medicine Columbia

Department :

SOMC Clinical Affairs

Advertised Salary Range :

$45,133 - $67,699

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

Work Schedule :

Standard working schedule : 8 : 30am – 5 : 00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position :

Staff Time-Limited (STL)

Basis : 12 months

Job Search Category :

Administrative

About University of South Carolina :

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.

South Carolina Retirement :

Yes

State Insurance Programs :

Yes

Annual Leave : Yes

Sick Leave : Yes

Advertised Job Summary :

Under general supervision, supports program projects for the School of Medicine-Columbia South Carolina Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare. This position will work closely with the Center’s directors and program managers to assure the execution of project plans, including establishing timelines and monitoring the achievement of milestones. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience :

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and / or experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prefer previous experience in coordinating programs, project management experience, from conception to delivery, and experience in public health, program evaluation, or health care systems preferred, but not required. Prefer strong experience in Microsoft package (to include Excel, Word, etc). Experience with computer-based documentation and communication.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Ability to communicate effectively with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Duty :

Coordinates Center programs focused on healthcare delivery, to include mobile healthcare units, telehealth, and other delivery programs. Coordinates with Center Program Managers on managing these programs, including providing technical assistance to programs, coordinating administrative support for programs and program managers. Performs onsite visits to funded programs, as needed. Serves as a liaison with the programs and the Center and works with the Center Research and Evaluation team for project impact assessment. Reports progress on these programs to the Center Program Officer.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Supports the planning and coordination of non-healthcare delivery projects. Coordinates with Center Portfolio Managers on managing these programs, including providing technical assistance to programs, coordinating administrative support for programs and portfolio managers (to include scheduling program meetings in Microsoft Outlook and Teams, documenting action items from meetings, and following up on action items), and serving as a liaison with the programs and Center. Works with the Center Research and Evaluation team for project impact assessment, creating in Excel and Submittable (fund grants program). Reports progress on these programs to the Center Program Officer.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Coordinates development of topic-specific surveys and other data collection tools to gather information for projects within the Center, including electronic surveys in SurveyMonkey, REDCap, in-person surveys, focus groups, and key informant interviews. Provides support in writing summary reports, disseminates results, and coordinates with the Center Managers and Directors to incorporate findings into the Center’s programs and activities.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Assists the administrative support team in reporting from funded programs on Submittable (fund grants platform) by preparing reports as required for Center programs as assigned. Works in conjunction with the Communication Coordinator and the Center’s dissemination plan to support distribution of materials to relevant stakeholders and audiences using the Center’s social media accounts.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Job Duty :

Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 40

Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. :

No

Number of Vacancies :

Desired Start Date :

02 / 01 / 2026

Job Open Date : 01 / 07 / 2026

Job Close Date : 02 / 21 / 2026

Open Until Filled : No

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 February 21, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 200835

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.