Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Wilmington, NC 
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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 ,and the , many of which are offered free of charge.
Recruitment Range $48,454 - $53,837
Vacancy Number S02395
Position Title Executive Assistant
Working Title Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Competency Level Journey
Home Department Business Services - 35300
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Business Services provides various business and retail operations for the university and is comprised of Auxiliary Services, Campus Dining, the UNCW Bookstore, Campus Support Services, Sustainability, and Hospitality Properties.
College Business Services - 35300 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/Office Manager supports the Associate Vice Chancellor for Business Services, and direct reports with instruction and support for the following:

  • Key system processes
  • Business services coordination
  • File management of the largest contracts at the institution
  • Teambuilding for a permanent staff of 62 plus
  • Contract management
  • Communications with contractors, business partners and other departments across university, including deans' offices, senates and other governing bodies

This position will also cover duties as the Office Manager for all units under Business Services including but not limited to time sheet approval, key management, uShop and Chrome River duties, P-Card reconciliation, People Admin, EPAF, website updates, as well as the liaison for fixed assets and Human Resources.
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
  • Experience supporting senior administration or similar positions
  • Experience communicating with university administrators, faculty, staff, state agencies, and general public
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Experience with Banner or a similar program
  • Working knowledge of the university business environment and business acumen
  • Notary certification preferred, but can be obtained after hire
Required Certifications or licensure
May acquire Notary certification upon hire
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 7877
Job Posting Date 04/15/2024
Posting Close Date 04/30/2024
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.
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.
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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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Salary and Benefits
$48,454 - $53,837
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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