Associate Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition

Associate Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition

Salary

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Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

9762321

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

CB05

Position Number:

9762321

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9762321. Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser): https://apptrkr.com/9762321.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Associate Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition

Department: SAAS Human Resources

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 bachelors 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 Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition

• Are you passionate about connecting talented people with opportunities where they can thrive?
• Ready to bring your recruitment expertise to work that directly supports student success?

If so, we invite you to consider joining our team as the Associate Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition!

Position Summary:

The Associate Manager of SAAS Talent Acquisition serves as the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Supports talent acquisition professional and strategic recruitment partner. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing full-cycle recruitment activities for positions across the division. The Associate Director partners with hiring managers to develop effective recruitment strategies, ensure compliance with university policies and employment regulations, and facilitates the delivery of an exceptional candidate experience. The position serves as the divisions subject matter expert on recruitment, search committee best practices, Post PeopleAdmin, workforce planning, and recruitment analytics while advancing strategies to attract, recruit, and retain a highly qualified workforce.

Primary Job Duties

• Strategic Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Manage all recruitment and talent acquisition activities for the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support, serving as the divisions primary recruitment advisor and strategic talent acquisition partner. Develop and implement an annual divisional recruitment strategy aligned with workforce planning initiatives to attract, recruit, and retain a highly qualified and diverse workforce.
• Search Committee Administration & Recruitment Consultation: Serve as the divisions expert on search committee administration by providing consultation, guidance, and oversight throughout the search process. Consult with search committees and ensure committee members complete required university search committee training.
• Candidate Experience & Onboarding: Serve on the divisions Professional Development teams onboarding subcommittee to ensure new staff receive robust, well-coordinated onboarding experience. Create and maintain onboarding resources such as timelines, supervisor checklists, communication templates, and structure onboarding plans to support consistency across the Division.
• Data Analytics: Develop, monitor, analyze, and report recruitment metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of divisional recruitment strategies and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Generalist: Serve as an integral part of Centralized HR Team. Monitors ticketing system, reviews and approves pending transactions in PeopleAdmin and PeopleSoft.

Perks:

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
• An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolinas capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
• Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
• Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to provide a high level of professional judgement and discretion.
• Possess strong critical thinking skills, the ability to interpret policies, apply rules and regulations, and provide guidance to departmental personnel.
• The ability to work independently, with a strong attention to detail and customer service.
• Interact with personnel at various levels within the institution and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to personnel procedures, practices and policies.
• Must be able to gather and analyze data from various sources.
• Handle multiple projects at one time and have the ability to work with others in a team environment.

Job Close Date

09/27/2026

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 September 27, 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

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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.

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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.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.