Program Administrator

Assistant Director of the Brittingham Social Enterprise Lab

Are you passionate about harnessing the power of business to create meaningful social impact? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation, collaboration, and leadership intersect? The USC Marshall School of Business invites you to become the Assistant Director of the Brittingham Social Enterprise Lab (BSEL), a hub where ideas meet action, and future changemakers are empowered to transform communities.

The Brittingham Social Enterprise Lab (BSEL) is an interdisciplinary center at the USC Marshall School of Business dedicated to fostering social innovation and enterprise through education, community building, research, and strategic partnerships. Our mission is to develop and empower the next generation of social entrepreneurs and changemakers who will use business as a force for good. We support students, alumni, and community leaders through courses, experiential learning, fellowships, and events that connect business strategy with social impact.

The Assistant Director plays a key operational and programmatic leadership role within BSEL, ensuring that the Lab's vision is translated into effective day-to-day implementation. Working closely with the Director, the Assistant Director manages and oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of BSEL programs, events, and partnerships.

Responsibilities and Duties

Program and Event Management

• Plan, coordinate, and execute BSEL programs, lectures, symposia, conferences, and events throughout the academic year.
• Ensure all BSEL activities align with Marshall and university policies, procedures, and sustainability goals.
• Oversee event logistics such as venue selection, scheduling, catering, technology, budgeting, and communications.
• Collaborate with faculty, guest speakers, and partners to ensure seamless event execution and meaningful engagement experiences.

Community Engagement and Partnerships

Student Support and Mentorship

Operational Leadership and Strategy Implementation

Additional Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education : Bachelor's degree; Combined experience / education as substitute for minimum education.

Minimum Experience : 5 years of experience in program administration, academic coordination, or related roles.

Minimum Field of Expertise : Directly relayed professional experience in area of program specialization.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in business, social entrepreneurship, public policy, or related field.

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, social impact, higher education, or nonprofit administration.

Demonstrated experience building and managing partnerships across sectors.

Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities.

Passion for social innovation, entrepreneurship, and student development.

Anticipated Hiring Range : The salary range for this position is $82,992.08 $110,533.34. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Required Documents and Additional Information

Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.

USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions