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Academic Advisor

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
Department: ATH Department of Athletics

Advertised Salary Range

Part/Full Time: Full Time

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.

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Advertised Job Summary

Serve as Academic Advisor to student-athletes. Provide academic advising, planning, and other support for student-athletes in areas of course selection, registration procedures, degree requirements, and career goals. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Academics and Senior Associate Athletics Director for Academics.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

  • Collegiate experience is strongly preferred; experience with student-athletes is highly desirable.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with students, professors, peers and parents.
  • Ability to prioritize work tasks and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.
  • Ability to work with culturally diverse students.

Job Close Date

06/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Qualifications

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 June 8, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204943

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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