Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.
Recruitment Range: $47,000 – $52,127 The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary para
Vacancy Number: S02899
Competency Level: Contributing
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Academic Affairs - 30000
Division:
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is one of the 17 constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina (UNC). The Division of Academic Affairs is the organizational unit at UNCW that houses the academic and administrative units charged with evolving, advancing, and operationalizing the core academic mission of the institution. Academic Affairs achieves this charge through a commitment to the principle of shared governance and collaboration with the other organizational divisions of UNCW: the Division of Business Affairs, the Division of Student Affairs, the Chancellor's Division, and University Advancement. Academic Affairs is the primary division responsible for delivering the teaching, research, and service mission. Through academic policies and practices consistent with sound research, theory, and methods, Academic Affairs provides a wide array of scholarly programs and leadership that embody excellence in teaching, learning, scholarship, and creative work, as well as service to local, regional and global communities consistent with the institution's strategic objectives. As of July 2026, the division comprises five colleges, three major centers, and seven functional areas that support faculty, staff, and students. Academic Affairs represents approximately 75% of the university budget and about 62% of the university workforce. The Office of the Provost is the central administrative office responsible for the coordination and leadership of the division of Academic Affairs. A key functional area within the Office of the Provost is "Operations and Strategy." Led by the Associate Provost for Administration and Resource Management (AP), this unit provides support in areas related to budgeting, strategic planning, tactical operations across functional areas, communications, and other matters that allow the Office of the Provost to function at a high level.
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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.
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 coordinates day-to-day activities that support the operations and strategy for the Office of Academic Affairs and specifically Administration and Resource Management as well as the Provost Office. This includes providing coordination and support to various AA initiatives across the division as well as direct administrative support of the Associate Provost of Administration and Resource Management. This position must be able to maintain positive relationships with campus partners and stakeholders to ensure initiatives continue to progress in a timely manner.
In support of the entire Office of the Provost, this position coordinates executive level searches, plans and executes events, maintains office supply inventory, and supports facilities related requests for the suite. This position interacts with a wide variety of academic and campus leaders.
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, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Experience in higher education.
- Ability to exercise judgement, tact, and discretion in dealing with a wide variety of administrators, faculty, staff, and members of the community.