What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Academic Planning position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00077PO25
Job Family
Program Management
Job Function
Program Management
USC Market Title
Program Manager
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133616
Job Level
M1 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title)
Director of Academic Planning
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
CAS College of Arts and Sciences
State Pay Band
8
Approved Starting Salary
$72,093
Advertised Salary Range
$72,093 - $90,116
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Administrative
About USC
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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), 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 USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Director of Academic Planning is responsible for the allocation and management of all resources pertaining to short-term instructional staffing. Effective execution of this responsibility requires close analysis of enrollment trends and staffing patterns to provide efficient and responsive allocation of annual budgetary authority.
This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with both college and departmental leadership. The Director of Academic Planning is responsible for the ongoing review of departmental curricular plans and faculty workload to ensure they remain consistent with College standards and meet the curricular needs of all students at the University of South Carolina.
The Director of Academic Planning will coordinate closely with other personnel in the Office of Curriculum Management and Data Analytics to support cohesive management of curriculum development, execution, and assessment.
In the execution of their duties the Director of Academic Planning will collaborate closely with college leadership to ensure continuous alignment with College priorities. They will also collaborate with the College Budget Office and College Human Resources personnel to maintain alignment with financial targets and support the timely hiring of temporary faculty.
Working under the general direction of the Assistant Dean for Curriculum, the academic planner is responsible for the day-to-day performance of duties assigned and is expected to be self-directed in those duties.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree preferred. Advanced degree in an academic field represented in the College of Arts and Sciences preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent research and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to interact well with different university constituencies, including faculty, staff, administrators, and students.
- Ability to interpret technical procedures and regulations.
- Ability to plan, direct, and administer policies and programs.
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to make sound decisions.
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the College of Arts and Sciences
Job Duties
Job Duty
Develop and maintain an effective academic planning life cycle. Provide planning data to college leadership and academic departments with sufficient lead time to inform curricular planning, graduate recruiting, and hiring of temporary faculty.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Manage and allocate resources for temporary faculty members (TFAC). Coordinate as needed with academic units and the Undergraduate Advising Office to assess the need for temporary faculty. Coordinate with the College Budget Office to establish budget authority and monitor expenditure. Work closely with College Human Resources to support accurate and timely hiring of temporary faculty.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Monitor undergraduate and graduate curricular plans for all Departments and Units in the College, conduct regular reviews of faculty workload including course releases and grant buyouts, maintain historical enrollment data and track credit hour production.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Anticipate the need for additional instructional resources based on changing patterns in enrollment and curriculum. Evaluate requests for additional resources based on a thorough understanding of instructional capacity within and across units.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Conduct an annual review of graduate assistant utilization and support the review and allocation of graduate assistant resources.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Develop and sustain strong collaborative ties between college level budget, human resources, and student services staff.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Engage in strategic planning to identify, promote, and implement initiatives related to enhancement of credit hour production, student time to degree, and other programs consistent with role of the Office of Curriculum Management and Data Analytics and contribute to the overall success of the College of Arts and Sciences by performing all other duties as assigned
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Position Attributes
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.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
01/31/2025
Job Close Date
03/17/2025
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 March 17, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182847
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $72,093 - $90,116
