Russell House Events Coordinator

Posting Details Posting Summary LogoPosting Number STA00118PO26 Job Family Event Management Job Function Events USC Market Title Events Coordinator Link to USC Market Title Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Russell House Events Coordinator Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department SAAS Student Life State Pay Range G08 USC Market Range MRE - $48,726 $59,689 $70,653 Anticipated Hiring Range $48,726-$70,653 Location of VacancyPart/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. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. 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 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 SummaryRussell House Events CoordinatorDo you enjoy working with students and building relationships with students, faculty, and staff? Do you thrive in a customer-service focused environment? Are you able to think on your feet and troubleshoot issues as they arise? Do you enjoy supervising and mentoring others? Do you have experience managing and executing events? Are you a high-energy self-starter that loves technology and learning new things? Look no further!We want you in the Department of Student Life as our next Russell House Events Coordinator!Primary duties include:Scheduling events and activities in the Russell House University Union and select campus locations Event planning with students, faculty, staff and external clients Educating users on facility policies and appropriate utilization of the Russell House University Union and points beyond. Hire, train, and supervise student employees and interns/graduate assistants. Provide oversight for Information Desk and assist with communications to facility stakeholders and users Manage and develop budgets. Perks: Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina's capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience. 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 CredentialsPreferred Qualifications Experience working in a university setting with activities and event planning. Knowledge of an event planning software. Understanding of student development theory. Pending graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Verbal, written and organizational skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and concurrent requests with a high level of accuracy. High degree of discretion. Job Duties Job Duty Serve as primary scheduler for events and activities which take place in University Union facilities. This includes event planning functions with clients and campus partners. Ensure events are following facility policies and appropriate utilization of Russell House. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty The Event Reservations Coordinator supervises the Event Reservation Specialist Team by reviewing, processing, and managing all event requests for the Russell House University Union. This role ensures that submitted events meet established guidelines, coordinates with internal teams to confirm space availability, and helps secure necessary resources such as equipment and technical support. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Plan and execute departmental events for students alongside campus stakeholders and partners related to contractual agreements or as part of the recruitment and retention initiatives of the unit. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Develop associated budgets, manage expenditures, and revenue streams utilizing specified tools. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Partner and collaborate with key campus offices to ensure programs, services, and activities support an inclusive Student Life environment. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty 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 Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start DateJob Open Date 02/26/2026 Job Close Date 03/26/2026 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 March 26, 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. 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Created: 2026-03-04