South Carolina / University of South Carolina
Agency file
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.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 79
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Sarah Jerald works as a Administrative Manager I for University of South Carolina. Sarah earned $78,248 in 2026.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Steven Jaindl is a Administrative Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,244.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Shawn Sease works as a Administrative Manager I for University of South Carolina. Shawn earned $78,220 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Jennifer Hightower is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,220.
Senior Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Joseph Dawes serves as a Senior Network Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $78,220.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Yanan Zhang serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $78,220.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Angela Starrett holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $78,220.
Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Eugene Crowe serves as a Network Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $78,220.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Carolyn Webber serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $78,204.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Nicole Fisk holds the role of Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $78,193.
Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
Shaun Burton works as a Network Administrator for University of South Carolina. Shaun earned $78,192 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Sami Varjosaari is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,189.
Student Services Manager I/University of South Carolina
Kesha Clavon is a Student Services Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,166.
Law Enforcement Officer III/University of South Carolina
Brittany Bradham holds the role of Law Enforcement Officer III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $78,116.
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
Jessica Gibson works as a Student Services Manager II for University of South Carolina. Jessica earned $78,081 in 2026.
Senior Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
Michael Milligan is a Senior Network Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,036.
Operations Manager III/University of South Carolina
Dennessee Daring works as a Operations Manager III for University of South Carolina. Dennessee earned $78,030 in 2026.
Law Enforcement Officer III/University of South Carolina
Jody Putney is a Law Enforcement Officer III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,018.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Monika Herr works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Monika earned $78,017 in 2026.
Environmental Health Manager IV/University of South Carolina
Wade Miller works as a Environmental Health Manager IV for University of South Carolina. Wade earned $78,000 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Sean Gallagher holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $78,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Morgan Eckenrod is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $78,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Yelana Sims holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $78,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Allison Kurpiel works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Allison earned $78,000 in 2026.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Yamil Ruiz is a Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,990.
IT Consultant II/University of South Carolina
George Pedraza is a IT Consultant II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,983.
Law Enforcement Officer III/University of South Carolina
Morgan Hiler is a Law Enforcement Officer III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,972.
Law Enforcement Officer III/University of South Carolina
Nicholas Hill is a Law Enforcement Officer III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,972.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
David Decker is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,916.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Carol Young is a Administrative Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,907.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Kelley Fink is a Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,884.
Risk Management & Compliance Analyst II/University of South Carolina
George Caughman holds the role of Risk Management & Compliance Analyst II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $77,847.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Donald Rouse holds the role of Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $77,739.
Student Services Manager I/University of South Carolina
Amanda Piekutowski is a Student Services Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,734.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Brittany Wesley works as a Administrative Manager I for University of South Carolina. Brittany earned $77,734 in 2026.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Corey Mikels serves as a Administrative Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $77,725.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Robert Grookett serves as a Administrative Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $77,675.
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
Hannah Watts holds the role of Student Services Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $77,675.
Mental Health Professional III/University of South Carolina
Cheryl Lindler holds the role of Mental Health Professional III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $77,674.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Lisa Robinette is a Administrative Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $77,674.