Associate Director
3 weeks ago
Overview Associate Director role at Inside Higher Ed. The South Carolina School Improvement Council (SC-SIC), part of the University of South Carolina College of Education, seeks an Associate Director to lead the Carolina Family Engagement Center (CFEC) grant project. This role oversees all aspects of CFEC operations, including program implementation, budget management, and staff supervision. The position requires strong leadership, grant administration experience, and the ability to collaborate with schools, families, and community partners to promote family and civic engagement in education. Responsibilities Identify and secure new grant funding; develop proposals; provide training and technical assistance to School Improvement Councils statewide. Oversee CFEC operations: program implementation, budget management, and staff supervision. Collaborate with schools, families, and community partners to promote family and civic engagement in education. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Demonstrated support of public education and understanding of collaboration among parents, teachers, students, administrators, and the community. Experience using national and state family engagement models and frameworks. Knowledge of current literature and research in the field of family engagement. Knowledge of state education law. Experience working with districts, schools, families, and other education stakeholders. Demonstrated knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of School Improvement Councils and the principles of school governance. Experience as a trainer, teacher, facilitator, or public speaker. Experience conceptualizing, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and activities. Experience writing and administering grants, including managing large budgets and meeting reporting requirements for federal grants. Experience developing collaborative partnerships with districts, schools, families, and community organizations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, standard office equipment, and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom). Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of strategic planning principles and their application to organizational and program implementation. Ability to work effectively under limited supervision, demonstrating creativity, initiative, and sound judgment. Ability to meet deadlines and fulfill grant deliverables accurately and on time. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse families and education stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels. Ability to lead and manage staff effectively. Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. Discretion and professionalism in complex educational settings. Details Department: CED School Improvement Council Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: $72,093 - Salary commensurate with qualifications. Job Close Date: 01/10/2026 How to Apply To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/198679 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. Posted by Inside Higher Ed. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inside Higher Ed. Get notified about new Associate Director jobs in Columbia, SC. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Associate Director
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Columbia, United States Inside Higher Ed Full timeOverview Associate Director role at Inside Higher Ed. The South Carolina School Improvement Council (SC-SIC), part of the University of South Carolina College of Education, seeks an Associate Director to lead the Carolina Family Engagement Center (CFEC) grant project. This role oversees all aspects of CFEC operations, including program implementation, budget...
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Columbia, United States Inside Higher Ed Full timeOverview Associate Director role at Inside Higher Ed. The South Carolina School Improvement Council (SC-SIC), part of the University of South Carolina College of Education, seeks an Associate Director to lead the Carolina Family Engagement Center (CFEC) grant project. This role oversees all aspects of CFEC operations, including program implementation, budget...
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