Mary Hjelm
Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,799
- Base pay
- $81,799
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,799
Mary Hjelm works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Mary earned $81,799 in 2026.
South Carolina / University of South Carolina
Agency file
University of South Carolina
Source file: South Carolina — State Employee Salaries / ingested Jun 18, 2026
The University of South Carolina operates a public higher-education institution — instruction, research, and student services.
In 2026, this agency had 5,807 employees with median total compensation of $81,863; the highest distinct record was $2,700,000.
- Year
- 2026
- Total payroll
- $581.9M
- Employees
- 5,807
- Median total
- $81,863
- Highest record
- $2,700,000
What the records show
Compensation analytics
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
Salary distribution
How 2026 total compensation is spread across the 5,807 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($81,863) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
Average pay composition
- Base — $100,213 (100%)
- Overtime — $0 (0%)
- Other — $0 (0%)
- Benefits — $0 (0%)
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
Pay percentiles
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $155,266 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $55,319. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
Largest job titles
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
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Departments elsewhere with the most similar mix of roles — a proxy for the same kind of agency, matched by workforce composition rather than name. Pay is not cost-of-living adjusted.
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Record list
Employees
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Michael Campbell
Law Enforcement Officer IV/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,776
- Base pay
- $81,776
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,776
Michael Campbell is a Law Enforcement Officer IV at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,776.
Keata Scott
Operations Manager III/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,729
- Base pay
- $81,729
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,729
Keata Scott holds the role of Operations Manager III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,729.
Ashley Williard
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,718
- Base pay
- $81,718
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,718
Ashley Williard works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Ashley earned $81,718 in 2026.
Jack Turner
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,707
- Base pay
- $81,707
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,707
Jack Turner works as a Student Services Manager II for University of South Carolina. Jack earned $81,707 in 2026.
Gerardo Piroli
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,705
- Base pay
- $81,705
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,705
Gerardo Piroli is a Research Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,705.
Cheryl Wingo
Law Enforcement Officer IV/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,700
- Base pay
- $81,700
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,700
Cheryl Wingo works as a Law Enforcement Officer IV for University of South Carolina. Cheryl earned $81,700 in 2026.
Perry Hall
Law Enforcement Officer IV/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,700
- Base pay
- $81,700
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,700
At University of South Carolina, Perry Hall serves as a Law Enforcement Officer IV. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,700.
Katrina Eastwood
Law Enforcement Officer IV/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,700
- Base pay
- $81,700
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,700
Katrina Eastwood is a Law Enforcement Officer IV at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,700.
Jason Porter
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,612
- Base pay
- $81,612
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,612
At University of South Carolina, Jason Porter serves as a Senior Instructor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,612.
Nelis Soto Ramirez
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Nelis Soto Ramirez holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,600.
Lynda Coopermarshall
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Lynda Coopermarshall works as a Program Manager I for University of South Carolina. Lynda earned $81,600 in 2026.
Viviana Zambranorodriguez
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
At University of South Carolina, Viviana Zambranorodriguez serves as a Research Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,600.
Darin Johnson
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Darin Johnson is a Research Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,600.
Bryan Jenkins
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Bryan Jenkins works as a Research Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Bryan earned $81,600 in 2026.
Keith Gorman
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Keith Gorman works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Keith earned $81,600 in 2026.
Jessica Harvey
Librarian/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Jessica Harvey is a Librarian at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,600.
Jessica Gonzalez
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Jessica Gonzalez holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,600.
Amanda Wangwright
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Amanda Wangwright holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,600.
Ariana Silverstein
Clinical Instructor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
At University of South Carolina, Ariana Silverstein serves as a Clinical Instructor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,600.
Haley Hatfield
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Haley Hatfield works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Haley earned $81,600 in 2026.
Charles Davis
Grants Administrator III/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Charles Davis is a Grants Administrator III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,600.
Charles Harris
Instructor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,600
- Base pay
- $81,600
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,600
Charles Harris holds the role of Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,600.
Lee Neibert
Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,597
- Base pay
- $81,597
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,597
At University of South Carolina, Lee Neibert serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,597.
George Velazquez
Law Enforcement Officer III/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,582
- Base pay
- $81,582
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,582
George Velazquez holds the role of Law Enforcement Officer III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,582.
Collyn Taylor
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,558
- Base pay
- $81,558
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,558
At University of South Carolina, Collyn Taylor serves as a Public Information Director II. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,558.
Jonathan Storm
Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,516
- Base pay
- $81,516
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,516
Jonathan Storm is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,516.
Regina Hailey
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,503
- Base pay
- $81,503
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,503
Regina Hailey is a Student Services Manager II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,503.
Amy Durham
Accounting/Fiscal Manager I/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,368
- Base pay
- $81,368
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,368
Amy Durham works as a Accounting/Fiscal Manager I for University of South Carolina. Amy earned $81,368 in 2026.
Kristin Freestate
Human Resources Consultant II/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,356
- Base pay
- $81,356
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,356
Kristin Freestate works as a Human Resources Consultant II for University of South Carolina. Kristin earned $81,356 in 2026.
Jelena Jankovicrankovic
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,350
- Base pay
- $81,350
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,350
Jelena Jankovicrankovic holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $81,350.
Nicholas Younginer
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,349
- Base pay
- $81,349
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,349
At University of South Carolina, Nicholas Younginer serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,349.
James Hamilton
Accounting/Fiscal Manager I/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,316
- Base pay
- $81,316
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,316
At University of South Carolina, James Hamilton serves as a Accounting/Fiscal Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,316.
Nicole Meares
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,316
- Base pay
- $81,316
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,316
Nicole Meares is a Public Information Director II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,316.
Julie Baker
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,294
- Base pay
- $81,294
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,294
Julie Baker is a Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $81,294.
Jonathan Edwards
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,268
- Base pay
- $81,268
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,268
At University of South Carolina, Jonathan Edwards serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,268.
Morgan Watson
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,247
- Base pay
- $81,247
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,247
At University of South Carolina, Morgan Watson serves as a Administrative Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,247.
Tony Gardner
Trades Specialist V/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,247
- Base pay
- $81,247
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,247
Tony Gardner works as a Trades Specialist V for University of South Carolina. Tony earned $81,247 in 2026.
Shannon Ruppel
Senior Consultant/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,247
- Base pay
- $81,247
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,247
Shannon Ruppel works as a Senior Consultant for University of South Carolina. Shannon earned $81,247 in 2026.
Deborah Mcmurtrie
Professor/University of South Carolina
2026 total comp
$81,228
- Base pay
- $81,228
- Overtime
- $0
- Other pay
- $0
- Benefits
- $0
- Total compensation
- $81,228
At University of South Carolina, Deborah Mcmurtrie serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $81,228.