Biology Department Temporary Office Assistant

University of North Carolina Wilmington, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: Temporary
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


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.
Department Biology & Marine Biology - 32310
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/31222
Vacancy Number TSP5312PST
Working Title Biology Department Temporary Office Assistant
Job Title Office Support III
Temp Position Type SHRA Temporary
Job Category Clerical & Office Support
FLSA for Position Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
Work involves advanced professional level clerical assignments that are related to reception, public contact, coordination of processes or programs, word processing, composition, spreadsheet, email, and other clerical skills with the ability to follow department protocols, policies, and practices. Work may require specialized knowledge of departmental programs or policies, travel reimbursements, and other UNCW specific procedures.
Work also includes: 1) overseeing the upkeep of the department website and social media channels 2. collaboration with the department’s advancement committee to create and provide the implementation of content strategies to help with marketing the department and student recruitment, within the guidelines of UNCW’s Office of University Relations (OUR) 3. creation and distribution of content such as blogs, infographics, and press releases on department social media channel 4. responsible for responding to comments and DMs on social media platforms
Work may require specialized knowledge of departmental programs or policies, travel reimbursements, and other UNCW specific procedures.
We are looking for someone with a positive, professional attitude.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
As a guide, minimum requirements are generally: graduation from high school, two years related experience, and demonstrated ability with generally accepted office software programs. Work may require knowledge of UNCW policies and procedures or the ability apply policies and procedures to the work to be performed in the department.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
College/School Information
Work Hours 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Work Days Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week 25
Type of Position
Anticipated Hiring Range $15 / hour
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting Date 02/15/2024
Job Closing Date 03/07/2024
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
Number of Openings Single Incumbent

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