Division of Human Resources

Every member of the University of South Carolina faculty and staff plays an important role in the education of our students and in reflecting our reputation for achieving excellence.

The Division of Human Resources works in partnership with colleges and divisions to serve the human resource needs and strategic goals of our university community.

Dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining an exceptional workforce, we promote a culture of inclusion and belonging; provide valued benefits and compensation programs; foster personal and professional development; and ensure compliance with human resource policies, regulations, and laws.

The best way to contact Human Resources staff is via email.

News and Events

Governor Henry McMaster signed a proclamation designating May 4-10, 2025 as South Carolina Public Servant Recognition Week.

Below are state disounts that employees can take advantage of:

Columbia Fireflies

May 2, 2025 – State Employee Appreciation Night with reserved seating and free hats. Purchase tickets here.
May 3, 2025 – State Employee Appreciation Night with reserved seating and free hats. Enjoy Bluey at the Ballpark. Join Bluey & Bingo for Meet & Greet w/ Post-Game Fireworks presented by SC Department of Social Services. Purchase tickets here.

State Discounts

Patriots Point will offer half price admission (normally $28) for SC employees with a valid ID the week of May 4-10, 2025.
The State House Gift Shop will offer a 30% discount during a storewide sale from April 28-May 10, 2025. (This excludes State Park Passports.)
A discount at the South Carolina State Museum’s Cotton Mill Exchange. (South Carolina State employees with a valid ID will receive a 10% discount. State employees who are SC State Museum members will receive a 20% discount).

If you have questions or need assistance in planning activities, please call DSHR (803.896.5300).

With a greater emphasis on a vibrant and healthy campus culture that supports our students and customers, university leaders are requiring a return to campus for many USC employees beginning July 1, 2025.

The Division of Human Resources developed new telecommuting guidelines outlining new criteria for telecommuting. Learn more here.

Through a network provider or pharmacy, USC employees have access to value-based benefits at no cost. These perks, include but not limited to, preventive screening, well child and adult benefits, mammography, and more. Learn more about PEBA Perks and eligibility here.

The Division of Human Resources recognizes the importance of career growth for our employees, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for advancement. Whether you are ready to take the next step in your career or explore an entirely different career, we want you to continue your journey with USC. To ensure you are aware of exclusive recruitment opportunities within the university, we are excited to announce the launch of the Internal Job Board in PeopleAdmin, our applicant tracking system. The internal job board is for employees who are currently in an FTE, research grant or time limited position.

You can now log in to the applicant portal with your university credentials and search for internal positions that are only available to current USC employees as well as the external positions that are open to the public. We encourage you to explore the Internal Job Board and other positions advertised on the USCJobs website when seeking your next career move.

To learn more about how to access the internal job board and who is eligible to apply, please check the Internal Job Board–Current Employee Guide.

To be notified when jobs are advertised publicly on the USCJobs site, sign up for our USC Job Alerts today!

Occasionally work-related accidents or injuries happen. Review the procedures to make sure you know what steps to take if someone is injured while performing their job duties.

For additional resources and news to note, please visit the HR Toolbox.

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