Job Responsibilities
The Capstone Scholars Program, one of USC’s Carolina Elite programs for high-ability students, is an invitation-only, two-year faculty-led program serving over 2,500 students. The Program includes common academic experiences in addition to a major focus on beyond-the-classroom programming related to leadership, service, undergraduate research, study abroad, wellness, and professional development.
This Capstone Scholars Program Assistant Principal position focuses on strategic academic partnerships, leadership development initiatives, and wellness-related programming. The individual must be a forward-thinking, energetic, and a collaborative individual who understands the needs of students during their 1st and 2nd year.
This position serves as the primary point of contact for the Capstone Cup partnership with University 101 and Student Life. This position also manages the 8-week Capstone Scholars Leadership Program course each Spring semester and the associated poster session event. In addition to supporting other Capstone Scholars’ programming and events, this position takes lead on wellness-related programming including the Marathon Month in March to support the Capstone Scholars Personal Challenge initiative. The candidate must be student-focused and willing to connect with students through 1:1 meetings and drop-in hours.
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 entrepreneurship and innovation programming for students and community members.
Additional Comments
Strong oral and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; ability to work independently; commitment to excellence; ability to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working times, including nights and weekends; ability to work within a diverse, collaborative, non-hierarchical work environment; ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
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.
