Job Responsibilities
Preston Residential College is the University’s only residential college, where students live together, have the option to take classes together, and have their own live-in Faculty Principal. As a creative and vibrant undergraduate living and learning community, Preston Residential College is committed to building leaders and transforming the world. They achieve this through meaningful relationships with faculty and staff, intellectual exchange through diversity of thought, civic engagement, and creative expression. Committed to mentorship, leadership development, social interaction, and student-led initiatives, they strive to engage their students in learning both within and beyond the classroom.
The Preston Residential College Assistant Principal must be a forward-thinking, energetic, and a collaborative individual who understands the needs of students during their time at the University of South Carolina.
Successful Applicant
- Knowledgeable on programming, budgets, and working with college students in and out of the classroom
- Understands event programming and correlating that to student success
- Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years experience
The Preston Residential College Assistant Principal collaborates with the Faculty Principal in organizing educational programs, developing co-curricular initiatives, and promoting community development. The primary goals of this position are to: increase student interaction with the Faculty Principal, support students in their academic persistence, connect students to opportunities at USC, and increase students’ knowledge and habits as it relates to Preston Residential College.
University employees are part of one of the state’s most energizing and thriving workplaces and are home to South Carolina’s top-ranked University Workplace by Forbes Magazine. The university invests in offering competitive benefits, personal and professional development, and in creating an academic setting that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position is full-time and includes a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, 403(b) retirement with employer match, tuition assistance, and much more. Compensation is dependent upon experience and education.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
Master’s degree in Student Personnel Services, Business, or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience, or equivalence. Valid driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree. Direct experience working with college students in and outside the classroom; experience with leadership initiatives and event management and programming for students and community members.
Additional Comments
Strong organizational and management skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work independently. Ability to work with students in formal and informal capacities. Ability to multitask in a very busy and interactive student community. Ability to maintain productive working relationships with Preston faculty and staff, colleagues in University Housing, Student Affairs, Campus Dining, and other campus departments. Working knowledge of MS operating system (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and PowerPoint) and Google products (calendar, forms, and docs). Expertise in preparing, reporting, and interpreting reports. Experience in marketing and social media. Ability to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working times, including nights and weekends.
