Center Manager
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Center ManagerDepartment: DMSB ManagementPart/Full Time: Full TimeAdvertised Salary Range: $42,633 -$61,000About UofSCFrom 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.Advertised Job SummaryThe SmartState Center for Innovation + Commercialization through the Management Department at the Darla Moore School of Business seeks to hire a Center Manager. This individual will be the primary manager and administrator for all Center administrative needs for Center activities. Serves as first point of contact to all inquiries. Provides exceptional customer service to Center stakeholders. Actively manages and supports the administrative, organizational, and data needs for activities with the Center's internal and external stakeholders such as, university students, faculty, staff, and potential students as well as other SmartState Chairs and affiliates, business community members, and other professional entities. Activities include coordinating the Strategic Innovation Certificate ongoing undertakings as related to course management and student inquiries, onboarding and matriculation tasks. Duties also consist of event planning and delivery, scheduling space, coordinating logistics, expense reimbursement processing, coordination and communication between stakeholders, and research project management.Required Education and ExperiencePreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree and two or more years of related experience in business management, administrative services, or related field; or equivalency.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesMust possess decision-making, communication, collaboration, organization, and skills—such as effective verbal and written communication; customer service best practices; coordinating with off-site stakeholders; planning, organizing, and executing projects and events; dealing effectively and courteously with the public; exercising judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures. Willing to learn data tools and platforms as needed (e.g., LinkedIn, University Platforms, or databases). Proficiency in Windows and MS Office Professional Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Job Close Date08/22/2025Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions 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 August 22, 2025.To apply, please visit: EEO StatementThe 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 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agencyjeid-521537b91ecee04d9b344472750a2cfa#J-18808-Ljbffr