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Academic Advisor

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026
Department: ATH Department of Athletics

Advertised Salary Range: $59,581 - salary commensurate with qualifications.

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Serve as Academic Advisor, reporting to Director of Academics and Senior Associate AD/ Academics. Primary purpose is to support the Director and perform the duties of an academic advisor, provide academic advising, planning and other support for student-athletes in other areas of course selection, registration procedures, degree requirements and career goals. Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Experience with academics in college athletics environment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to work with a diverse student-athlete population and communicate effectively with students, professors, peers and parents. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritize work tasks and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.

Job Close Date

01/03/2026

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 January3, 2026.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/198211

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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