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USC Market Title Program Coordinator
Business Title (Internal Title) GEAR UP Regional Coordinator (Midlands, Pee Dee, & Lowcountry Regions)
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Education
Department CED College of Education
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy This is a field based position.
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.
- This is a field based position requiring travel between the assigned GEAR UP SC schools in the state of South Carolina.
- It may require evening, overnight, and/or weekend hours, along with travel to target counties and communities.
- Must have the personal resources to travel to multiple educational institutions (mileage will be reimbursed).
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other Professional
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.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The 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 "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes
Advertised Job Summary
Join the University of South Carolina’s GEAR UP South Carolina team and make a lasting impact on the educational futures of students across the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Lowcountry regions of South Carolina. The GEAR UP Regional Coordinator serves as a key liaison between schools, families, communities, and higher education institutions, providing college access and success support to students from underserved communities. This position coordinates college readiness programming, FAFSA and financial aid initiatives, scholarship and postsecondary planning activities, and GEAR UP Freshman (13th Year) services designed to help students successfully transition to and persist in college. The ideal candidate is passionate about educational opportunity, skilled at building partnerships, and committed to empowering students and families to achieve their postsecondary goals. This field-based position requires regular travel throughout the assigned service region and offers the opportunity to positively influence students and families across multiple regions of South Carolina.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in education or related discipline.
* At least three years of teaching, counseling, college access, student affairs, educational outreach, or related experience working with middle school, high school, or first-year college students.
* Experience with FAFSA completion initiatives, financial aid advising, college access programs, GEAR UP, TRIO, or related federally funded programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Experience working in public schools and with educational organizations.
* Knowledge of college admissions requirements, post-secondary education pathways, financial aid processes.
* FAFSA completion requirements, scholarship opportunities, and student persistence strategies.
* Experience assisting students and families with college and financial aid planning.
* Strong public relations and outstanding organizational skills. Ability to establish rapport with both adults and adolescents.
* Capable of working well and communicating effectively with students, staff, community partners, and students’ family members in various large and small settings.
* Demonstrates cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of our students and community.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Ensure that all GEAR UP required activities take place in assigned schools. Coordinate and implement training and programs that enhance preparation for postsecondary education for school administrators, teachers, students, and families during the academic year and summer. Support college access initiatives through financial aid awareness, FAFSA completion activities, scholarship planning, and postsecondary enrollment efforts.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Plan and implement student, teacher, and parent/family development workshops, including college readiness, financial aid, FAFSA completion, and postsecondary success programming. Coach and develop faculty at assigned schools. Establish collaboration with community-based organizations, postsecondary institutions, and assigned schools. Coordinate outreach and support services for GEAR UP Freshman (13th Year) participants to promote successful transition, persistence, and retention in postsecondary education.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 60
Job Duty
Facilitates data collection from partner schools for the Annual Performance Report. Responsible for creating and submitting scheduled reports.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Serve on selected county GEAR UP partnership advisory boards.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Serve as a mentor and positive role model to GEAR UP students.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category 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
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 12/01/2026
Job Open Date 10/19/2026
Job Close Date 11/20/2026
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 November 20, 2026.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Posting Number RTF00243PO26
USC Market Title Program Coordinator
Business Title (Internal Title) GEAR UP Regional Coordinator (Midlands, Pee Dee, & Lowcountry Regions)
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Education
Department CED College of Education
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy This is a field based position.
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.
- This is a field based position requiring travel between the assigned GEAR UP SC schools in the state of South Carolina.
- It may require evening, overnight, and/or weekend hours, along with travel to target counties and communities.
- Must have the personal resources to travel to multiple educational institutions (mileage will be reimbursed).
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other Professional
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.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The 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 "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes
Advertised Job Summary
Join the University of South Carolina’s GEAR UP South Carolina team and make a lasting impact on the educational futures of students across the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Lowcountry regions of South Carolina. The GEAR UP Regional Coordinator serves as a key liaison between schools, families, communities, and higher education institutions, providing college access and success support to students from underserved communities. This position coordinates college readiness programming, FAFSA and financial aid initiatives, scholarship and postsecondary planning activities, and GEAR UP Freshman (13th Year) services designed to help students successfully transition to and persist in college. The ideal candidate is passionate about educational opportunity, skilled at building partnerships, and committed to empowering students and families to achieve their postsecondary goals. This field-based position requires regular travel throughout the assigned service region and offers the opportunity to positively influence students and families across multiple regions of South Carolina.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in education or related discipline.
* At least three years of teaching, counseling, college access, student affairs, educational outreach, or related experience working with middle school, high school, or first-year college students.
* Experience with FAFSA completion initiatives, financial aid advising, college access programs, GEAR UP, TRIO, or related federally funded programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Experience working in public schools and with educational organizations.
* Knowledge of college admissions requirements, post-secondary education pathways, financial aid processes.
* FAFSA completion requirements, scholarship opportunities, and student persistence strategies.
* Experience assisting students and families with college and financial aid planning.
* Strong public relations and outstanding organizational skills. Ability to establish rapport with both adults and adolescents.
* Capable of working well and communicating effectively with students, staff, community partners, and students’ family members in various large and small settings.
* Demonstrates cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of our students and community.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Ensure that all GEAR UP required activities take place in assigned schools. Coordinate and implement training and programs that enhance preparation for postsecondary education for school administrators, teachers, students, and families during the academic year and summer. Support college access initiatives through financial aid awareness, FAFSA completion activities, scholarship planning, and postsecondary enrollment efforts.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Plan and implement student, teacher, and parent/family development workshops, including college readiness, financial aid, FAFSA completion, and postsecondary success programming. Coach and develop faculty at assigned schools. Establish collaboration with community-based organizations, postsecondary institutions, and assigned schools. Coordinate outreach and support services for GEAR UP Freshman (13th Year) participants to promote successful transition, persistence, and retention in postsecondary education.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 60
Job Duty
Facilitates data collection from partner schools for the Annual Performance Report. Responsible for creating and submitting scheduled reports.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Serve on selected county GEAR UP partnership advisory boards.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Serve as a mentor and positive role model to GEAR UP students.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category 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
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 12/01/2026
Job Open Date 10/19/2026
Job Close Date 11/20/2026
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 November 20, 2026.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Regional Coordinator
Document your multi-site coordination scope
Before applying, compile evidence that your Regional Coordinator role spans distinct geographic locations or program areas. PERM requires your employer to define the position's duties precisely, and multi-site scope strengthens the specialty-occupation framing needed for EB-2 classification.
Target employers with existing PERM filing history
Search DOL's OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have previously certified Regional Coordinator or Program Manager roles under PERM. Repeat filers have established internal HR processes, which shortens your path from offer to petition filing significantly.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before accepting an offer
Regional Coordinator roles typically land in EB-3 if the employer lists a bachelor's degree as the minimum. If your position requires an advanced degree or your employer can justify it, EB-2 may reduce your priority date wait, especially for nationals from non-backlogged countries.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers by role
Search Migrate Mate specifically for Regional Coordinator or Coordinator roles with green card sponsorship history. Filtering by PERM-filing employers saves you from applying to organizations that have never navigated employment-based sponsorship and may be unprepared to start.
Confirm your employer will cover PERM recruitment costs
PERM requires the employer to conduct and fund a mandatory recruitment campaign before USCIS can approve the I-140. Confirm during negotiations that your offer letter specifies the employer bears all PERM and I-140 filing costs, since DOL prohibits passing those fees to you.
Request concurrent I-485 filing if your priority date is current
If the Visa Bulletin shows your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date as current when your I-140 is approved, ask your employer to file your adjustment-of-status application concurrently. Concurrent filing lets you apply for work authorization and travel permission while USCIS processes your green card case.
Green Card Regional Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Regional Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Regional Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers and professionals in roles requiring a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies if your employer can demonstrate the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or if you qualify for a National Interest Waiver. The classification depends on how the employer drafts the job description in the PERM labor certification, so the wording of your offer letter matters.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Regional Coordinator roles?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to a lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and it leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification adds six to twelve months before the I-140 stage, making the total process longer than a typical H-1B petition.
What does the PERM process look like for a Regional Coordinator position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment campaign to confirm no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. DOL reviews the application and, if certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Once the I-140 is approved and your priority date is current in the Visa Bulletin, you file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview to receive your green card.
How do I find Regional Coordinator jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
The most efficient approach is searching for employers with documented PERM filing history for coordinator-level roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter Regional Coordinator positions by green card sponsorship history, so you're only seeing employers who have already committed to the PERM process for similar roles, not companies that are unfamiliar with employment-based sponsorship.
Can I change employers while my green card case is pending as a Regional Coordinator?
Yes, with conditions. If your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, the AC21 portability rule lets you change to a similar role in the same or a comparable occupational category without losing your priority date. Regional Coordinator roles share SOC codes with program and operations management positions, so a lateral move to a comparable coordination role often qualifies, but you'll want your new employer to confirm this in writing before you resign.