Center Director Jobs in South Carolina
Center Director jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where demand runs from early childhood education and community health to workforce development and nonprofit program leadership. Large employers with a lasting presence in South Carolina include Prisma Health, MUSC Health, and Palmetto Health Alliance, all of which regularly seek directors to oversee centers and program sites. Early childhood education, behavioral health, and community services are the most active specialties in the current market. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerActive Day
Top cityGreenville, SC
Cities hiring13
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHealthcare
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Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
Charleston, South Carolina
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Medical University of South Carolina Medical Director Part Time (MD/DO) Lexington County Detention Center, Lexington, SC
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Medical University of South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina Medical Director Part Time (MD/DO) Lexington County Detention Center, Lexington, SC
Columbia, South Carolina
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Center Director
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Active Day
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West Columbia, South Carolina
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Lab Director, Biobehvrl Research Center
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University of South Carolina
Lab Director, Biobehvrl Research Center
Richland, South Carolina
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Lead Director - Network and Data Center Engineering
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CVS Health
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Columbia, South Carolina
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Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON·Charleston, South Carolina
Job functions:
15+ yrs exp.
Doctoral degree
Full Time
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
Position Type
Tenured Administrative
School/Area
School of Business
Department
Finance
Position Description
Buono Endowed Professor of Real Estate
The College of Charleston’s School of Business invites applications and nominations for the inaugural Buono Endowed Professor of Real Estate. This is a distinctive opportunity for an accomplished scholar and industry-engaged leader to shape real estate education in a city renowned for its dynamic commercial real estate market and historic appeal.
The Buono Endowed Professor will provide academic leadership for the Commercial Real Estate Finance program and may serve as Director of the Carter Real Estate Center. This position offers an exceptional platform for advancing innovative teaching, research, and impactful partnerships within the College and industry.
About the Institution
The College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public university located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1770, the institution is known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, vibrant campus community, and commitment to producing ethically centered, innovative, and globally fluent graduates. With a beautiful campus, contemporary facilities, and more than 11,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world, the College of Charleston offers a distinctive environment that blends tradition with forward-thinking education and fosters meaningful connections with the historic city it calls home.
Key Responsibilities
The Buono Endowed Professor will provide academic leadership for the Commercial Real Estate Finance program and may serve as Director of the Carter Real Estate Center. This position offers an exceptional platform for advancing innovative teaching, research, and impactful partnerships within the College and industry.
- Guide the enhancement and delivery of real estate curriculum, with a focus on experiential learning and career outcomes.
- Mentor students and support their placement into rewarding real estate career
- Foster collaborations with industry partners and the community.
- Lead and expand the Carter Real Estate Center’s educational and research initiatives
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will join a a dynamic Department of Finance that is deeply committed to student success and experiential learning and should have the following qualifications.
- Doctorate in Real Estate, Finance, or a closely related field from an accredited institution;
- Significant professional experience in commercial real estate preferred;
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong record of scholarly research, including publication in respected journals; and
- Commitment to student development and mentoring junior faculty.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Extensive professional experience in commercial real estate;
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching with the ability to teach courses such as Real Estate Finance and Investment;
- A strong record of scholarly research with the ability to mentor and engage junior faculty in research activities;
- Evidence of publication in reputable real estate and/or finance journals; and Prior service experience at the department, college, university, and/or professional community level.
Application and Nomination Process
Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting the College of Charleston in this search. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by October 5, 2026.
Applications should include:
- A letter of interest addressing relevant experience and leadership approach; and
- A current CV or résumé.
Materials should be submitted via: Candidate Portal
Nominations and inquiries may be directed to:
- Jeremy Duff, Vice President for Executive Search – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
- Shelley Feather, Senior Executive Search Consultant – shelleyfeather@greenwoodsearch.com
Greenwood Asher & Associates | greenwoodsearch.com
Special Instructions to Applicants
Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting the College of Charleston in this search. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by October 5, 2026.
Applications should include:
- A letter of interest addressing relevant experience and leadership approach; and
- A current CV or résumé.
Materials should be submitted via: Candidate Portal
Nominations and inquiries may be directed to:
- Jeremy Duff, Vice President for Executive Search – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
- Shelley Feather, Senior Executive Search Consultant – shelleyfeather@greenwoodsearch.com
Greenwood Asher & Associates | greenwoodsearch.com
Posting Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
10/30/2026
Open Until Filled?
No
Posting Number
F2026005P
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
Charleston, South Carolina
New 1m ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
15+ yrs exp.
Doctoral degree
Full Time
Job Description
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Associate or Full Professor of Real Estate / Director of the Carter Real Estate Center
Position Type
Tenured Administrative
School/Area
School of Business
Department
Finance
Position Description
Buono Endowed Professor of Real Estate
The College of Charleston’s School of Business invites applications and nominations for the inaugural Buono Endowed Professor of Real Estate. This is a distinctive opportunity for an accomplished scholar and industry-engaged leader to shape real estate education in a city renowned for its dynamic commercial real estate market and historic appeal.
The Buono Endowed Professor will provide academic leadership for the Commercial Real Estate Finance program and may serve as Director of the Carter Real Estate Center. This position offers an exceptional platform for advancing innovative teaching, research, and impactful partnerships within the College and industry.
About the Institution
The College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public university located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1770, the institution is known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, vibrant campus community, and commitment to producing ethically centered, innovative, and globally fluent graduates. With a beautiful campus, contemporary facilities, and more than 11,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world, the College of Charleston offers a distinctive environment that blends tradition with forward-thinking education and fosters meaningful connections with the historic city it calls home.
Key Responsibilities
The Buono Endowed Professor will provide academic leadership for the Commercial Real Estate Finance program and may serve as Director of the Carter Real Estate Center. This position offers an exceptional platform for advancing innovative teaching, research, and impactful partnerships within the College and industry.
- Guide the enhancement and delivery of real estate curriculum, with a focus on experiential learning and career outcomes.
- Mentor students and support their placement into rewarding real estate career
- Foster collaborations with industry partners and the community.
- Lead and expand the Carter Real Estate Center’s educational and research initiatives
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will join a a dynamic Department of Finance that is deeply committed to student success and experiential learning and should have the following qualifications.
- Doctorate in Real Estate, Finance, or a closely related field from an accredited institution;
- Significant professional experience in commercial real estate preferred;
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong record of scholarly research, including publication in respected journals; and
- Commitment to student development and mentoring junior faculty.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Extensive professional experience in commercial real estate;
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching with the ability to teach courses such as Real Estate Finance and Investment;
- A strong record of scholarly research with the ability to mentor and engage junior faculty in research activities;
- Evidence of publication in reputable real estate and/or finance journals; and Prior service experience at the department, college, university, and/or professional community level.
Application and Nomination Process
Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting the College of Charleston in this search. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by October 5, 2026.
Applications should include:
- A letter of interest addressing relevant experience and leadership approach; and
- A current CV or résumé.
Materials should be submitted via: Candidate Portal
Nominations and inquiries may be directed to:
- Jeremy Duff, Vice President for Executive Search – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
- Shelley Feather, Senior Executive Search Consultant – shelleyfeather@greenwoodsearch.com
Greenwood Asher & Associates | greenwoodsearch.com
Special Instructions to Applicants
Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting the College of Charleston in this search. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by October 5, 2026.
Applications should include:
- A letter of interest addressing relevant experience and leadership approach; and
- A current CV or résumé.
Materials should be submitted via: Candidate Portal
Nominations and inquiries may be directed to:
- Jeremy Duff, Vice President for Executive Search – jeremyduff@greenwoodsearch.com
- Shelley Feather, Senior Executive Search Consultant – shelleyfeather@greenwoodsearch.com
Greenwood Asher & Associates | greenwoodsearch.com
Posting Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
10/30/2026
Open Until Filled?
No
Posting Number
F2026005P
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
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Find Center Director JobsCenter Director Jobs by City in South Carolina
Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Greenville
5 jobsColumbia
4 jobsCharleston
3 jobsUnion
1 jobConway
1 jobLiberty
1 jobAnderson
1 jobRichland
1 jobGreenwood
1 jobMyrtle Beach
1 jobWest Columbia
1 jobMurrells Inlet
1 jobNorth Charleston
1 jobCenter Director Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Active Day3
- Medical University of South Carolina3
- Fluor2
- Integrated Power Services2
- Concentra1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Education4
- Manufacturing1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center director jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina childcare director credential or equivalent state-recognized licensure for facility type
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education, social work, healthcare administration, or a related field
- Minimum of three to five years of supervisory or program management experience in a relevant setting
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, grants, or operational cost centers for a department or facility
- Knowledge of South Carolina DHEC regulations or DSS childcare licensing standards applicable to the center type
- Strong record of staff development, community partnership, and regulatory compliance in South Carolina contexts
Center Director Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a center director in South Carolina?
The path depends on the center type. For childcare centers, South Carolina requires directors to hold or work toward a Director Credential issued through the South Carolina Center for Child Care Career Development, with coursework aligned to the SC Child Care Credential system. For health or nonprofit centers, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus program management experience is the standard entry point. Building experience in an assistant director or program coordinator role at a South Carolina facility is the most common step up.
Which companies hire center directors in South Carolina?
Employers hiring center directors in South Carolina right now include Active Day, Medical University of South Carolina, and Fluor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. South Carolina's mix of large health systems, state-funded community programs, and established nonprofit networks means openings appear across both urban and smaller county markets throughout the year.
Which South Carolina cities have the most center director jobs?
Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston have the most center director openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads as the state capital and home to major health systems and state agency offices, while Charleston's growing healthcare and nonprofit sector drives strong demand, and Greenville's expanding corporate and community services base supports steady hiring in surrounding Upstate counties.
Are there remote center director jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Most center director roles require on-site leadership of staff, facilities, or program participants, making fully remote work uncommon by nature. About 20% of center director openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative, grant management, or multi-site oversight functions that do not require a daily physical presence at one location.
How can I get hired as a center director in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a lead teacher, program coordinator, or assistant director role at a licensed South Carolina childcare or community center. Large employers like Prisma Health and MUSC Health run structured supervisory development tracks that promote internal candidates. Earning a South Carolina Child Care Credential or completing coursework through a South Carolina technical college strengthens candidacy significantly. Volunteering or interning with a DSS-licensed center also builds the regulatory familiarity that hiring managers expect.
Where can I find and apply to center director jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to center director jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to see available positions.
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