Office Manager – Brook T. Smith Launchpad Position Available In Pickens, South Carolina

Office Manager

• Brook T.

Smith Launchpad 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Clemson, SC

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 Brook T. Smith Launchpad is looking for an Office Manager to fulfill the following duties: Provides office management, administrative support, event management and planning, and program coordination for the Clemson University Brook T. Smith Launchpad, Clemson’s Entrepreneurial Hub. Serves as the main point of contact for the Director of the Brook T. Smith Launchpad and ambassador for all the students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, mentors, contractors, maintenance workers, community members, and other stakeholders who visit the Launchpad. Serves as the HR liaison for the Launchpad, working closely with the Director and the Office of Human Resources to ensure compliance with all HR policies and practices. Performs other duties as assigned. ABOUT | Brook T. Smith LaunchPad The Brook T. Smith LaunchPad is a first-of-its-kind Clemson program designed to help students, faculty, staff, and alumni succeed in constructing maintainable and expandable for-profit, nonprofit and social entrepreneurial ventures. By providing a range of support programs and resources, including workspace, network and educational opportunities, mentoring and training, the Accelerator will support entrepreneurship

• from ideation to execution.

Located in Downtown Clemson, the 8,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Launchpad will support interdisciplinary collaboration and bring on-campus organizations, entrepreneurial alumni and funding sources together, while cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, ethical leadership skills and inventive research that will equip students to drive innovation and impact global businesses.

JOB DUTIES

50%

• Essential

•

Program Support:

Leads the administrative support to Director of the Launchpad program. Areas of support include website maintenance, calendar management, scheduling meetings & events, designing and developing materials for meetings & events, expense reimbursements, coordinating travel, procurement and management of supplies, invoices, managing incoming and outgoing mail and packages, photocopying and management of photocopiers, scanning, filing, maintenance requests for facility, onboarding & HR requirements including OnBase Performance & Hiring. 30%

• Essential

• Customer Management:

  Welcomes and manages reception area for all visitors and callers. Manages and coordinates all inquiries from visitors, both internal and external, as well as directs all visitors to the appropriate contact for all meetings and events within the program. Ensures efficient operation of facility and activities. Provides guidance to staff concerning program issues. 20%

• Essential

•

Operations Coordination:

Assists Director and other managers with developmental and administrative tasks for interns, symposiums, seminars, summer camps, boot camps, competitions, social events, and study tours. Serves as point person for room scheduling. Attends and assists with Launchpad events as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Relevant Program Experience Work Experience
• 3+ Years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Master’s Degree
• Knowledge of Entrepreneurship and Start-Ups Preferred Work Experience
• 5+ Years

RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge

• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use 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

Stand for prolonged period Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period Walk or move about Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself Move, transport, raise or lower

WORKING CONDITIONS

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

37.5 Hours / Week Night and/or Weekend Work Required Periodically

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range:

Band 06 ($ 47,588.00

• $ 60,000.

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

June 30, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

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.