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Description:

The School of Nursing, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist for the SON Graduate Programs. The Administrative Support specialist coordinate day to day administrative operations in support of the graduate nursing program, working closely with the program director, faculty, and students. Responsibilities for this position include coordination with faculty to ensure timely submission of instructional information and manage program documentation, prepare and maintain program metrics, databases, facilitate communication and develop and distribute program announcements and materials to students, faculty, clinical partners and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be expected have excellent customer service skills, and to provide support, guidance and resources to nursing students, as well as to parents, prospective students, and to the School of Nursing Director, Administration, faculty and staff.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, and Social Work, Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work ( MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology and PhD in Social Work. Three additional doctoral programs being are being developed; Doctor of Nurse practice ( DNP ), PhD in Applied Psychology, and PhD in Sociology. The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research ( CIHDER ), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement efforts to alleviate health inequities. The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic health science programming, enhance the training of healthcare practitioners, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity.

The School of Nursing is dedicated to equipping individuals for the nursing profession, ensuring they possess the essential skills and knowledge for quality, safe, patient-centered care. Our comprehensive program offerings include traditional bachelor of science in nursing ( BSN ) tracks, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( ABSN ), and RN to BSN pathways, catering to a diverse range of educational needs. We are committed to advancing health equity and engaging with communities as part of our mission to enhance the wellbeing of individuals and communities. This mission is fueled by leadership, research, education, and service. Our faculty, who are expert clinicians and educators, utilize cutting-edge technology at our Union Square campus to provide nursing education grounded in current theory, research, and evidence-based practice. We are proud to offer a new Doctor of Nursing Practice program, further expanding oureducational horizons. Students in all programs, whether pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies, benefit from academic excellence fostered in small, flexible classes guided by supportive faculty. The School of Nursing faculty conduct clinical and translational research and contribute to scholarship that advances the overall health of our communities.

Internal job number: 007698

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred:

+ Experience with technical platforms such as Banner and PeopleAdmin.

+ Possess innovative/forward-thinking skills.

+ Ability to be delegated and perform administrative tasks in higher education.

+ Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and faculty.

+ Ability to communicate with people from diverse background

+ Possess two to three years working experience in administration in higher education.

Job Closing Date: 06/13/2025