Executive Assistant

Posting Details

Vacancy Number

S01370

Position Title

Executive Assistant

Working Title

Executive Assistant

Competency Level

Contributing

Dept/School

Student Affairs - 40000

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is the chief administrative office for student services, student support, student development, and the quality of life and education outside the classroom. The office is responsible for policy development, long-range planning, budget, personnel, and coordination of the (14) departments which together comprise the Division of Student Affairs.

College

Student Affairs - 40000 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 Executive Assistant provides support for the Associate Vice Chancellor/Dean of Students, peripheral support for the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (manages divisional HR functions), performs receptionist duties, and provides general office support (along with the executive assistant to the Vice Chancellor).
Primary duties include managing access to and scheduling meetings for the dean; serving as liaison between administrator and subordinate units; interacting and communicating with faculty, staff, students, and the greater community; assisting with projects, filing and other tasks including general office support with phone and walk-in reception.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and three years of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience;
or Associate’s degree in secretarial science, business administration, or a related discipline and one year of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience ; or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and report data in various formats
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (or comparable programs)
  
• Proficiency with technology and software
  
• Ability to multitask in a high traffic environment effectively and accurately
  
• Excellent organizational, written and communication skills
  
• Strong customer service acumen
  
• Experience with Banner (primarily Banner Student and Finance) is desired


Required Certifications or licensure

Recruitment Range

$39,000 - $43,397

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

206

Job Posting Date

05/11/2021

Posting Close Date

05/26/2021

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

You will be required to attach a cover letter and resume to successfully apply for this position. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the ‘Work History’ section of the application before you apply for this position.

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/20606
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNC Wilmington (2021)?
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