Training Program Assistant

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 across our institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate, and Beaufort.

About the role

Are you energized by meaningful work that strengthens communities and improves outcomes for youth and families? Do you enjoy being on the move, building relationships, and supporting a team that is preparing professionals and caregivers to make a real difference in youth justice? The Children's Law Center is seeking a dynamic and highly organized Training Program Assistant who is excited about both purpose-driven work and the flexibility of travel.

This position requires frequent travel throughout Midland Counties, including Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, and Richland Counties, with occasional travel to other areas across South Carolina. You will travel independently and at times alongside the Program Manager and training team members to support statewide juvenile justice initiatives. Regular travel to the Columbia office for coordination, administrative training, and event support is also expected.

The ideal candidate can blend traditional administrative excellence with creative communication skills. You may document the impact of our work through detailed meeting notes, organized training records, thoughtful follow-up communication, or even assisting with social media content that highlights the meaningful work being done across communities. Your attention to detail will help ensure training runs smoothly, evaluations are captured, materials are prepared, and stakeholders stay informed and engaged.

Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Support statewide juvenile justice initiatives through frequent travel to Midland Counties (Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Richland) and occasional travel across South Carolina.
• Travel independently and with the Program Manager and training team members.
• Coordinate and support administrative tasks, training, and events at the Columbia office.
• Document training impact through detailed meeting notes, organized records, and follow-up communication.
• Assist with preparation of training materials and capture evaluations.
• Support social media content creation to highlight community work.
• Ensure stakeholders remain informed and engaged.

Requirements

• Experience assisting with the planning and coordination of meetings, trainings, and events (both virtual and in-person).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word for organizing information, tracking activities, and preparing materials.
• Comfort with technology and online platforms; ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and ability to provide basic content support (a plus).
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with staff, trainees, and vendors.
• Basic mathematical computation skills.
• Reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition and Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave and Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities