Working Title
Administrative Associate
Home Department
Cameron School Business - 31200
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Academic Affairs is the central division for implementing the mission of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Through effective academic policies, practices and programs, it provides leadership for excellence in teaching, scholarship and creative work as well as service to local, regional and global communities. The division allocates resources to recruit and retain faculty scholars and to create a learning environment that encourages students. The business world is transforming itself from the industrial age into the information age of tomorrow. Business education at the Cameron School of Business is focused on the technical, analytical and interpersonal skills students will need to lead this fundamental change in the business world through the first half of the 21st century. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, the Cameron School of Business provides students with the skills and knowledge to think critically and act responsibly in meeting global business challenges.
College
Cameron School Business - 312 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.
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 Administrative Associate acts as the face of the department and provides administrative and technical support to the department. This person takes the lead on coordinating and managing special events for the department and any graduate programs within the department. This position secures travel arrangements and processes travel authorizations and reimbursements for all staff in the office. This person will manage departmental supplies and general office needs (such as building service requests, mailings, copying, etc.). This position does most of the department purchasing and will collaborate with the operations team to support budget reconciliation and budget-related requests. The Administrative Associate will provide assistance to the International Programs Coordinator in terms of study abroad support. This person may also help support departmental hiring for students and supervise student workers. This position may also take on additional responsibilities of as similar nature as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
Required Certifications or licensure
N/A
FTE
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year
12 Months
Work Days
Monday - Friday
Work Hours
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Type of Position
Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Job Posting Date
08/13/2026
Posting Close Date
09/03/2026
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.
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her 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.
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.
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40496
