Program Assistant Jobs in South Carolina

Posting Number RTF00136PO26

USC Market Title Program Assistant

Business Title (Internal Title) YEA! Program Assistant

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland

College/Division College of Social Work

Department COSW College of Social Work

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 40

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 Research Grant (SRGP)

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.

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

The YEA! Program Assistant will assist with the day-to-day program activities of the YEA! Network. This position will help support planning and scheduling meetings and events, support youth and partner engagement, coordinate trainings and workgroups, completes communication across the network, organizes the tracking of project activities and outcomes, and help ensure that youth voice is included in program planning, advocacy, training, and systems improvement efforts.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Social work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field and 2 years’ experience or Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Knowledge of child welfare, foster care, practices and policies.
* Demonstrated initiative and organization skills - demonstrated ability to organize complete projects into workable objectives and tasks.
* Proficiency in Office 365 Suite, Canva, and virtual meeting platforms.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Assist with the day-to-day activities of the YEA! Network. Administrative support with project plans, reports, data, and scheduling of meetings and events.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30%

Job Duty

Attend internal and external meetings and handle the logistics. Provides co-facilitation as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30%

Job Duty

Supports communications and social media. Facilitates consistent communication across the statewide YEA! Network.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15%

Job Duty

Assists with tracking deliverables, reports, and project outcomes; ensures that YEA! Network activities are documented and project deliverables are completed on time; helps with file management and report preparation.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15%

Job Duty

Engaging youth/young adults, partners, and SCDSS in project activities, support, and initiatives.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10%

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

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 06/17/2026

Job Close Date 08/01/2026

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 August 01, 2026.

EEO Statement

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