Program Coordinator I
About the role
The academic advising and coaching specialist provides developmental and individualized academic advising and coaching for undergraduate students to support their success at Clemson. Specific advising population includes Exploratory Studies students. Performs other duties as assigned.
Location: Clemson, SC
Application Deadline: October 7, 2026
Veteran Preference: Clemson University allows educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate veteran status by uploading a DD-214. Contact hrjob@clemson.edu with questions.
Responsibilities
- ACADEMIC ADVISING (55%): Provides accurate and timely information to assigned advisees regarding academic planning, including, but not limited to general education, major, and minor curricular requirements, academic policies, and procedures. Maintains collaborative relationships with campus partners in support of these responsibilities. Maintains accurate records of interactions with students.
- ACADEMIC COACHING (35%): Supports academic coaching students in developing learning and personal success strategies, including, but not limited to, time management/organization, accountability/motivation, goal setting, and test preparation/nervousness. Maintains accurate records of interactions with students.
- UNIT/DEPARTMENT SUPPORT (10%): Assists with coordination of unit programs and initiatives, including unit engagement in university-wide programs and initiatives related to academic advising and coaching. Participates in departmental outreach activities to students, faculty, and staff. Delivers targeted student success programming (non-credit bearing) for undergraduate students. Supports assessment and program evaluation activities.
- Job Knowledge: Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: Not responsible for supervising employees.
- Budgetary Responsibilities: No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
- Physical Requirements: Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 95%; Recognize or inspect visually: 5%.