Admin Support Associate

About the job

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

This position is assigned to the Department of History, one of the largest academic departments within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department is committed to the purposes of a research university, to the teaching of history at the undergraduate level as a core discipline in a liberal arts education, and to the training of graduate students. This Department is the leading history department in the Southeast and ranks eleventh in the nation. The Department of History is comprised of 50 full-time faculty and teaching assistant positions. The Department carries approximately 325 undergraduate majors, 185 second-majors; 350 minors, approximately 130 graduate students, and enrolls 3,250 students in classes each semester. Within the faculty ranks, there is a Departmental Chairman, Associate Chair, and Directors of the Graduate and Undergraduate Programs. From the SHRA ranks, there is an administrative and support staff of six full-time positions. The primary objective of the Department of History is to provide high-level research, teaching, and service to the citizens of the State of North Carolina.

Position Summary

The position primarily processes, maintains, and monitors office administration needs. This position will assist the business manager with BuyCarolina, dossier materials collect, parking concerns, and other duties as assigned. The selected candidate is responsible for pre/post award and support the business services coordinators in monitoring and closing out grant accounts. This position will report to the department business manager.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

• Prior experience working with Connect Carolina, BuyCarolina reporting, or Infoporte

• Ability to observe, monitor, collect and record ongoing department administrative needs or data

• Ability to coordinate or administer university-related program activities and protocols

• Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, or assess faculty needs

• Ability to prepare documentation or present monthly newsletter reports

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.