Administrative Support Associate - 376

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

The Office of Educator Engagement and Student Success is responsible for all clinical field placements for the Educator Preparation Program at UNCP. It also works with local agencies to develop, monitor, and maintain strong partnerships; provides professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, candidates, and local educators; and coordinates events for local PK-12 students.

The Administrative Support Associate will work closely with the Director of Educator Engagement and Student Success to enact the policies and procedures that guide the work of the office. This position will serve as the primary initial contact for the office and will the necessary clerical tasks that support the work of the Educator Preparation Program.

The Administrative Assistant provides coordination and support for the goals and objectives of the Educator Engagement and Student Success for the UNCP School of Education. Specifically, the Administrative Assistant manages the day-to-day office operations that support all related initiatives. Areas of assignments may include coordinating events and clinical placements of teacher candidates, collecting and organizing documents and data, and assisting students and faculty with questions regarding clinical experiences. In addition to the traditional duties outlined below, the Administrative Assistant will assume responsibility for office management tasks as directed by the Director and/or Dean of the School of Education.

Candidates must have experience in a professional office environment and a high level of proficiency with modern office equipment and computer applications.

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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.