Employment Type : Full-Time
Posting Information Department African Afrl-Amer and Diaspora-315200
Career Area Administrative/Clerical Support
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 03/02/2022
Application Deadline 03/11/2022
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Admin Support Associate - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent GN04
Working Title Admin Support Associate
Position Number 00033389
Vacancy ID P014627
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work ScheduleM-F; 8-5
This position may be eligible for hybrid or remote work.
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $31,200-$37,492
Pay Band InformationTo learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Position Summary Information Primary Purpose of Organizational UnitThe goal of African, African American, and Diaspora Studies at UNC-Chapel Hill is to give specific attention to the histories, cultures, cultural linkages, and contemporary socio-political realities of the peoples of Africa and the African Diasporas. We encourage majors to consider studying abroad in one of the expanding number of programs in Africa or the Atlantic African Diaspora.
The Department of African, African American, and Diaspora Studies is an interdisciplinary and transnational program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. The major offers two areas of concentration: African Studies and African American and Diaspora Studies.
The degree offered is Bachelor of Arts in African, African American, and Diaspora Studies, with a concentration either in African Studies or African American and Diaspora Studies. Minors in African Studies or African American and Diaspora Studies are also offered.
The skills and perspectives of African, African American, and Diaspora Studies provide an excellent background for students considering careers in international development, education, business, government, or diplomacy.
Students concentrating in African, African American, and Diaspora Studies go on to a wide variety of managerial, teaching, and research positions. Other careers for which the major is excellent preparation include law, the foreign service, various positions in government, communications, social work, community development, and public administration.
The Department of African, African American, and Diaspora Studies supports the University’s core values encouraging diversity and equal educational and employment opportunities throughout the University community.’
Position SummaryThe primary work function of this position is to act as the department’s liaison to the University Registrar’s Office, inputting the department’s teaching schedule to ConnectCarolina. This position is also in charge of collecting, and inputting data requested by the Chair, Director of Undergraduate Studies, and Summer School Administrator; and will adhere to university, state, and federal confidentiality regulations.
The secondary function of the Administrative Support Associate position is to act as general administrative support to the department Chair, Director of Undergraduate Studies, the Business Manager, Summer School Administrator, and faculty. These responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting faculty with printing and photocopying, and coordinating maintenance for the photocopier, printers, etc.; providing logistical support for the department’s monthly faculty colloquium, faculty meetings, commencement ceremony, and department conferences and public lectures, including making room reservations and assisting with catering orders for events as needed. Further, the Administrative Support Associate serves as the department’s communication coordinator, and as such they are responsible for answering the main telephone line, greeting visitors, and routing requests for information to appropriate persons; maintaining the department listserv; assisting with maintenance of the department website; and coordinating other departmental communications activities.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceThe successful candidate for this position must be an independent self-starter possessing excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Must have strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and must possess an excellent attention to detail. Must have the ability to multi-task to successfully balance the demands of this position as well as successfully interact with the staff of affiliated programs and relevant campus units.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceExperience in a University setting is preferred. Experience in UNC systems and knowledge of institutional procedures is highly preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirementsn/a
Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesThis position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
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