• Administrative Assistant

    North Carolina Central University (Durham, NC)


    Posting Details

    Classification Information

    **Position/Classification Title** Administrative Support Specialist

    **Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies** No

    Minimum Education/Experience

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

     

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

     

    The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Student Banner or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Applications; knowledge of retention issues and strategies pertaining to participants and of post-secondary institutional and community resources; knowledge of budget and office management; knowledge of assessing and evaluating programs; knowledge of writing reports; knowledge of planning special events and meetings; ability to work with students including managing student records; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing skills; outstanding interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.

     

    **Department Hiring Range** $20 per hour

    Position Overview

    Primary Purpose of Position

    The primary purpose of the position is to manage student records, financial, and administrative support duties in the Department of History. The position is responsible for the office, purchasing, budget, reports, travel authorizations, chair’s calendar, facility, and data management while providing administrative support to the chairperson and faculty. The technological aspect involves the maintenance, operation, and inventory of office equipment. The position serves as an internal/external liaison between department and faculty/students/university administration/community. The position requires the ability to learn and possess thorough knowledge of department functions and university policies and procedures.

    Primary Function of Organizational Unit

    | The Department of History is essential to the core of liberal arts at North Carolina Central University. Our diverse population of faculty and students are involved in teaching and learning history through innovative research, exciting courses, student projects, digital humanities, public history, and service learning.

     

    **Work Hours** 8-5 pm

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

     

    **Campus Security Authority Designated Position** Yes

    Position Information

    **Working Title** Administrative Assistant

    **Competency Level** Advanced

    **Position Number** SH9992

    Salary Grade Equivalent

    **FLSA** Non-Exempt

    **Appointment Type** Temporary - Full Time

    **FTE** 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

     

    If time limited, duration date

    Posting Detail Information

    **Posting Number** 03334P

    **Open Date** 11/17/2025

    **Close Date** 11/23/2025

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    1. Resume/CV

    Optional Documents

    1. Cover Letter

     

    North Carolina Central University

     

    1801 Fayetteville St.

     

    Durham, NC, 27707

     

    Mainline: 919-530-6100

     

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