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ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.
Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.
Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.
Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.
WELCOME TO CLEMSON!
Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.
So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY:
Clemson University's Office of Institutional Excellence (OIE) is looking for an Administrative Manager to fulfill the following duties:
- Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Excellence, the Office & Administrative Manager oversees and directs the operational and administrative management of the Office of Institutional Excellence
- Provides executive support to the VP and OIE leadership team
- Supports fiscal and budget management for OIE
- Performs other duties as assigned
JOB DUTIES:
35% - Essential - Executive Operations & Leadership Support:
Provides executive support to the Vice President for Institutional Excellence and OIE leadership team. Manages the operations of the office to ensure alignment and collaboration across executive units. Coordinates with university leadership on behalf of the VP, facilitating communication, scheduling, and alignment of VP's priorities. Builds and maintains strong working relationships with executive assistants across the university to support coordination, information flow, and effective executive operations. Manages and adapts to shifting daily priorities, proactively identifies potential issues and implements solutions, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
30% - Essential - Office & Administrative Operations Management:
Oversees the daily administrative operations of the Office of Institutional Excellence, ensuring related work is organized, prioritized, and completed in a timely and compliant manner. Serves as the OIE human resources liaison supporting payroll and personnel actions as needed. Hires and supervises student interns/employees. Establishes and maintains office procedures, record-keeping systems, and office supplies/materials. Coordinates related workflows and processes and ensures follow-up on requests and deliverables across the office and leadership team.
20% - Essential - Communication & Meeting Coordination:
Coordinates meetings, prepares agendas and materials, and ensures timely communication and follow-up for the VP and Institutional Excellence leadership team. Serves as a central point of contact for the Office of Institutional Excellence, ensuring inquiries are addressed or routed appropriately. Supports consistent and professional communication across the office, including facilitating information flow among the OIE team and campus partners.
15% - Essential - Fiscal & Budget Support:
Supports the financial operations of the office by assisting with budget tracking, monitoring expenditures, managing the office purchasing card (p-card) and maintaining accurate financial records. Coordinates procurement, travel, and expense processing in accordance with university and state policies, ensuring timely and accurate documentation. Assists in budget planning and tracking activities and provides administrative support for financial reporting and reconciliation to ensure accountability and compliance with University policy and process.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - Relevant experience in administrative services, public administration or business management.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Communication, Business, Public Administration, or related field
Work Experience - 5+ Years
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
15% - Stand for prolonged period
60% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
15% - Walk or move about
60% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
10% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
WORKING CONDITIONS:
No Work Conditions
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Expected Salary Range: $ 57,700.00 - $76,000.00
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
May 14, 2026 @ 11:59 PM EST
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.