Housing Capital Strategist

About the Department

Housing Capital StrategistDepartment: SAAS HousingAdvertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom 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 at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryHousing Capital Strategist- Are you the kind of leader who notices the details others miss, stays organized under pressure, and never compromises on standards?- Do you excel at keeping complex construction projects on time, on budget, and on track?- Can leaders count on you to solve problems before they reach their desk?- Do you have the vision to improve systems—not just manage them?- Can you anticipate challenges before they happen, lead complex projects with confidence, and turn strategic vision into operational success? If so, we want to hear from you.The Human Capital Strategist provides centralized operational coordination, performance oversight, and strategic analysis for Housing construction and operational initiatives. The role is responsible for overseeing Housing-related construction project management activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with institutional priorities. This includes anticipating risks, identifying potential delays, and proactively evaluating second- and third-order effects to minimize disruption and protect operational continuity.They address a critical need for centralized intake, coordination, and oversight of Housing workflows by conducting structured operational analysis of processes, systems, and performance metrics. The Housing Capital Strategist evaluates current-state operations to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and risks that contribute to delays, miscommunication, and inconsistent decision-making. Based on this analysis, the role develops data-informed recommendations and manages the implementation of approved operational improvements.By strengthening operational effectiveness, improving project accountability, and ensuring strategic foresight in Housing initiatives, this role protects institutional investments and supports the long-term success and sustainability of Housing operations.This position reports directly to the Assistant Vice President of Housing.Primary duties include:Operational Analysis & Continuous ImprovementConduct comprehensive analysis of Housing workflows, systems, and performance metrics to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and risk. Identify operational gaps, process inefficiencies, and coordination challenges impacting outcomes.Construction Project Oversight (Housing)Provide oversight and coordination of Housing construction and capital projects. Track project progress, timelines, risks, and dependencies to ensure on-time delivery.Centralized Coordination & IntakeEstablish and manage centralized intake and tracking for Housing operational initiatives and changes. Ensure consistent prioritization, coordination, and execution across multiple concurrent initiatives.Stakeholder Coordination & CommunicationServe as a primary coordination point among internal departments and external partners. Participate in and facilitate meetings to ensure alignment, clear communication, and process consistency.Perks:- Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!- 15 paid vacation days- 15 paid sick days- 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)- An engaging and collaborative environment.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck

Position Duties

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities- Knowledge of mission, programs, and objectives.- Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.- Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures.- Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines.- Ability to conceptualize needed change and to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation.- Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations.- Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees.- Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.- This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications- Master's Degree and 5 years of demonstrated project management experience with considerable experience with programming, design, and management of projects.- Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).- Experience developing dashboards, reports, or workflow tracking systems.- Experience with data analytic tools- Experience developing and integrating strategic projects, plans, and initiatives to meet business goals.- Experience working in a multifaceted work environment, including managing multiple priorities.- Strong verbal and written communication skills.- Proven ability to support, lead, and delegate the project team's responsibilities and tasks through all stages of the project life cycle.- Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).

Other Qualifications

Job Close Date09/01/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by September 01, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:- Health and Life Insurance- Retirement Programs- Paid Tuition- Dependent Scholarships- Annual Leave- Sick Leave- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)- Paid Parental Leave- Professional Development OpportunitiesClickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C01%7CKURTRS%40email.sc.edu%7Ceca45df616784275e15908dab2a706ac%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C638018727680845870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j6sQGvabHDZHDmRBFwMrq8P8QCuDmChuJ%2FH5%2F8hDRUw%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC.To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9723668EEO StatementThe 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.je-642c26439c604d09b163a600bcdb44d1      

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Agency Information

EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208 Phone803-777-3821