Associate Director Individual Services

Salary: See Position Description Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 6940353 Agency: University of South Carolina Opening Date: 02/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: UO03 Position Number:: 6940353 Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: Unclassified Opening Date: 02/23/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser): Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Associate Director Individual Services Department: SAAS UHS Healthy Carolina 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. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary Associate Director of Individual Services • Are you an experienced leader in health services? • Are you a strategic planner and leader when it comes to health programming? The Associate Director of Individual Services leads well-being initiatives focused on individual services. This role provides strategic leadership to support student success through evidence-based individual, interpersonal and institutional strategies, including Wellness Coaching, BASICS , and Gamecock Recovery. Primary duties include: • Oversee individual health education efforts, including Wellness Coaching, BASICS , and recovery coaching. • Oversee Gamecock Recovery program. • Provide leadership and supervision to student and professional staff. • Manage, report, and publicize Student Well-being's progress toward the achievement of unit, divisional, and university objectives. • Conduct assessment of services, utilization and facilitators to ensure effectiveness. • Working closely with the department and leadership to develop and implement strategic plans aligned with university, division, department, and unit priorities Perks Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! 15 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday) An engaging and collaborative environment. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Knowledge and ability to apply relevant theories and research (to include modern health education, motivational interviewing, and coachingpractices and theories). • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Strong facilitation and presentation skills • Intermediate desktop publishing, word processing and spreadsheet skills necessary. • Ability to work with a diverse population. • Strong leadership and team management skills • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Job Close Date 03/31/2026 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 March 31, 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 Clickto learn more about why you should work at USC . To apply, please visit: 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. Copyright ©2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Minimum and Additional Requirements Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions) Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree and 5 years experience in well-being management • Experience with collegiate recovery initiatives. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Created: 2026-03-10