What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Associate position at University of North Carolina Wilmington?
Posting Details
| Benefits of Working at UNCW | Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service. We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge. |
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| Recruitment Range | $35,500 - $40,000 |
| Vacancy Number | S02618 |
| Position Title | Administrative Associate |
| Working Title | Administrative Associate |
| Competency Level | Journey |
| Home Department | CHSSA Dean's Office - 32100 |
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The CHSSA Academic Resource Center (CHSSA ARC) provides holistic academic advising services to students in our departments, to champion our students as they navigate their collegiate experience. The Administrative Associate will advance the mission of the ARC by providing business services that support the day-to-day operations of the unit and the college. This position is assigned to the CHSSA ARC at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. This position supports 1 Director, 3 Coordinators, and 6 Academic Advisors in all administrative functions. |
| College | College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College |
| College/School Information | |
| University Information | The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969. |
| Location of Workplace | Main UNCW Campus |
| Brief Summary of Work for this Position | The Administrative Associate will provide comprehensive office support and receptionist duties for the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) and the Academic Resource Center (ARC). This role includes managing the department budget, supporting academic advising, and coordinating various administrative tasks. The position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on special projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. |
| Preferred education, professional skills and experience |
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| Required Certifications or licensure | N/A |
| FTE | 1.0 (40 hours per week) |
| Months Per Year | 12 Months |
| Work Days | Monday - Friday |
| Work Hours | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Type of Position | Permanent |
| Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited | |
| Position Number | 7429 |
| Job Posting Date | 03/03/2025 |
| Posting Close Date | 03/18/2025 |
| Number of Openings | Single Incumbent |
| Special Notes to Applicants |
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. |
| EEO Statement | At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset. |
| Eligibility for Employment | Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
| External Link to Posting | https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/35420 |
UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified persons from all racial, ethnic or other minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary : $35,500 - $40,000
