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 diversity, equity and inclusion; 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

On May 13, 2022, Governor Henry McMaster signed into law S. 11, which adds Section 8-11-150 (A) and amends Section 8-11-155 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to provide six weeks or two weeks of paid parental leave (PPL) to employees who occupy all or part of a full-time equivalent position (FTE).

Using open and effective communication skills can benefit you at work and at home. Learn more about communicating in a healthy way with this seminar. Attain the skills to have open and effective communication.

The state authorized a one-time lump sum bonus payment to state employees in a FTE positions who have been in continuous state service for at least six months prior to July 1, 2022.

The Public Employment Benefit Authority (PEBA) provides financial assistance, through their State Employee Adoption Assistance Program, to eligible state employees who are adopting a child. PEBA will accept applications through September 30, 2022 for eligible adoptions that were finalized between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022.

Learn how to balance caring for children and parents with work by using practical strategies. Through this seminar, employees will learn to manage the challenges that come with juggling work and personal responsibilities.

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

Supervisors are key to every employee's success. Our monthly newsletters provide topics, action items and resources you need to be successful in your role as a supervisor.

Decisions regarding eligibility for unemployment are made by the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW)

If you are unable to work or have a reduction in hours you may qualify for unemployment benefits, even if you are still employed with the university.

You may file an unemployment claim online. SCDEW processes all unemployment claims.

Please note: The university only provides SCDEW requested information regarding the lack of work and does not make any decisions regarding the approval or disqualification of unemployment benefits.

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

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