What are the responsibilities and job description for the PC for Peer Leadership position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00069PO25
Job Family
Academic and Professional Training and Development
Job Function
Academic Programming
USC Market Title
Academic Program Specialist
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131785
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
PC for Peer Leadership
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department
SAAS U101 and National Resource Center
State Pay Band
5
Approved Starting Salary
$45,133
Advertised Salary Range
$45,133- $67,699
Location of Vacancy
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.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Student Services
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 Program Coordinator for Peer Leadership will provide support for peer leadership within University 101 Programs. The Peer Leader area involves the use of over 300 peer educators to co-teach sections of UNIV 101 courses to aid in the successful transition of new students to the University of South Carolina by connecting them with upper-division students who serve as mentors and role models, resources, and facilitators for learning. This program management position will play a role in providing best practices, training, recruitment, selection, mediation, policy development, and support of one the largest Peer Leadership programs at the university.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 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
Experience working with and/or teaching a first-year seminar, experience in facilitation, training, and event coordination, and experience with scheduling software or related technologies. May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Excellent research/report-writing skills. Demonstrated ability to interact well with different university constituencies; including faculty, staff, administrators, and students. Demonstrated leadership approach stressing team-building and collaboration. 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.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Assist with the selection of over 300 new and returning peer leaders for UNIV courses to ensure that all sections of UNIV 101 and EDLP 520 have an assigned peer leader. This includes helping with the logistics of application review, helping to coordinate the group interview process and logistics, and helping to coordinate the sending of notifications to selected peer leaders and alternates, and communicating with instructor, peer leader and University 101 staff volunteers.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Help develop, organize, and implement training events for new and returning peer leaders including fall training for over 240 new peer leaders, spring orientation for 300 new peer leaders and alternates, and returning peer leader spring orientation for over 55 returning peer leaders in order to support and prepare peer leaders for working with a teaching partner and mentoring first-year students. Assist with the training and support of students serving in the Peer Leader role.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Assist with the development and implementation of peer leader marketing and recruitment initiatives to ensure a robust pool of peer leaders and alternates and assist with the matching process of over 300 teaching teams to ensure high-quality teaching teams across UNIV 101 sections.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Assist with assessment of peer leader programs and initiatives through building and distributing the peer leader end of experience survey and relevant training evaluations in order to maintain a high level of value in the support provided to peer leaders throughout the course of their experience.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Help with the recognition of peer leaders, including end of year banquet, cording ceremony, thank you gifts, press releases, and social media postings in order to ensure peer leaders have a well-rounded experience with opportunities for celebration and reflection.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Support the development of resources related to the Peer Leader Program, including editing and improving the PL Toolkit, creating and disseminating the peer leader weekly newsletter, and making updates to relevant portions of the Faculty Resource Manual and other office resources. This includes maintaining high quality relationships with campus partners in the development of these resources to continue to provide a high-level of support in preparing peer leaders to serve their teaching team and first-year students.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Assist with administrative and programmatic support of cross-functional areas within University 101 Programs. Other duties as assigned to support the needs of the entire department.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
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
05/01/2025
Job Open Date
01/30/2025
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/182787
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 : $45,133 - $67,699
