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Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education
University of South Carolina —Richland, SC
- $149,910 - $239,856 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education

University of South Carolina -
Richland, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$149,910 - $239,856 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Parental leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Posting Number

STA00549PO26

Job Family

Academic and Professional Training and Development

Job Function

Academic Programming

USC Market Title

Associate Vice Provost, Graduate Education

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/209842

Job Level

E2 - Directors and Executives

Business Title (Internal Title)

Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Division of Academic Affairs and Provost

Department

PROV Graduate School

State Pay Range

Unclassified

USC Market Range

MRP - $149,910 $194,883 $239,856

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30am until 5:00pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Administrative

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 https://uscjobs.sc.edu. 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 Summary

The Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education reports to the Dean of the Graduate School within the Office of the Provost. The Associate Vice Provost serves as a visionary, strategic, and collaborative leader who advances excellence in graduate education through innovation, operational effectiveness, and student success. This position provides leadership for university-wide graduate education initiatives during a period of growth, transformation, and achievement at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to an exceptional student experience.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and at least 12 years of job-related experience, including some prior management experience. Typically reports to a VP.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced understanding of Graduate Education and enrollment management within Higher Education.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership on complex strategic initiatives, organizational design, and policy matters.
Proven success leading and collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders within complex organizations.
Strong leadership, judgment, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and projects while providing strategic solutions to organizational challenges.
Exercises a high level of discretion and sound decision-making.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Strategic Planning (20%)

In partnership with the Dean of the Graduate School and the Provost, the Associate Vice Provost:

Identifies, develops, and implements strategic priorities for graduate education.
Collaborates with the Office of Institutional Research, Assessment, and Analytics (OIRAA) to develop reports, dashboards, and data-informed decision-making tools that support graduate education goals.
Works with academic deans, associate deans, and graduate program directors to identify and address operational and administrative barriers to graduate student success.
Provides escalation support for complex issues affecting graduate programs and students.
Monitors national trends, emerging issues, and best practices in graduate education to inform institutional strategy and policy.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Business Process Transformation (20%)

Leads efforts to modernize and enhance Graduate School operations through process improvement and organizational innovation.
Identifies opportunities to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and service quality across Graduate School functions.
Partners with university stakeholders to leverage enterprise technologies, data systems, and operational infrastructure.
Enhances the graduate student and graduate program experience across the full lifecycle, from recruitment and admission through degree completion and graduation.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Operational Leadership and Student Success (35%)

Provides executive oversight of Graduate School operations, including but not limited to:

Graduate admissions and enrollment services.
Graduate student fellowships, assistantships, scholarships, and grant programs.
Graduate student professional and career development initiatives.
Academic policy implementation, degree progress monitoring, and curriculum compliance.
Graduation certification and commencement-related activities, including doctoral hooding ceremonies.
Training, support, and engagement for graduate program directors and graduate faculty leaders.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Staffing and Budget Management (15%)

Provides leadership and supervision for a team of approximately 25 staff members.
Oversees an annual operating budget of approximately $2.45 million.
Regularly evaluates organizational structure, staffing assignments, and resource allocation to align with the strategic priorities of the Dean and Provost.
Partners with the Graduate School Business Manager to ensure sound fiscal stewardship, compliance with university policies, and effective human resource management.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Leadership and University Service (10%)

Serves as a key leader in graduate education governance and decision-making.
Provides leadership and support for the Graduate Council, Assistant and Associate Graduate Deans Council, Graduate Directors Council, and other graduate education advisory bodies.
Represents the Graduate School on university committees, task forces, and strategic initiatives.
Builds collaborative partnerships across academic and administrative units to advance institutional goals related to graduate education and student success.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

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

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date

07/21/2026

Job Close Date

07/29/2026

Open Until Filled

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 July 29, 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.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/209910

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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