Vice President for Human Resources and Organizational Excellence
One Model
People & HR
Columbia, SC, USA
Posted on Mar 11, 2026
Department: Office of the President
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 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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Vice President of Human Resources & Organizational Excellence is responsible for shaping how the organization supports, develops, and aligns its people to achieve and designs its systems and processes strategic goals. This role partners closely with leadership to improve organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and internal systems that enable teams to do their best work. Provides strategic leadership for human resources and institutional transformation across functional areas. This position reports to the President and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and Executive Council.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
03/30/2026
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 March 30, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202619
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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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 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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Vice President of Human Resources & Organizational Excellence is responsible for shaping how the organization supports, develops, and aligns its people to achieve and designs its systems and processes strategic goals. This role partners closely with leadership to improve organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and internal systems that enable teams to do their best work. Provides strategic leadership for human resources and institutional transformation across functional areas. This position reports to the President and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and Executive Council.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
- Master’s degree.
- Experience in an executive level role with responsibility for institutional-level outcomes
- HR certification (SHRM-SCP or HRCI)
- Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of people systems, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness
03/30/2026
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 March 30, 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
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202619
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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