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 and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

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.

Department

Academic Affairs - 30000

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/28038

Vacancy Number

TSP5193PST

Working Title

Temporary Communications Assistant

Job Title

Office Support III

Temp Position Type

SHRA Temporary

Job Category

Communication & Media

FLSA for Position

Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Office of the Provost is seeking a temporary Communications Associate to assist with executive communications projects that enhance the work of the provost (chief academic officer for the University of North Carolina Wilmington) and the Division of Academic Affairs. As the office that operationalizes the largest division at UNCW, the working environment is fast-paced with a mix of anticipated projects and a high volume of new projects. As the Communications Associate, you will gain a unique lens into the inner workings of executive communications utilized in organizational administration, especially as it pertains to higher education.

The Communications Associate will report to the Associate Provost for Administration and Resource Management. Duties will include drafting executive communications, proofreading speaking engagement remarks, assisting in creating presentation materials, preparing monthly divisional messages, proofreading publications, drafting announcements, reviewing and improving select website content, and drafting select content for the internal divisional resources SharePoint site.

This position will be expected to 1) work autonomously, 2) maintain tact and discretion, 3) respond in a swift manner to all supervisor queries and requests, and 4) meet all agreed upon work benchmarks and final deadlines. Tasks and associated timelines will vary, which require the Communications Associate to maintain high levels of time management, task prioritization, and self-maintained organization. Questions throughout your time with the office are expected and welcomed. Opportunities for collaborative work with other partners will be available to ensure materials and communications are well developed and constructed within university standards.

A hybrid work schedule is envisioned for this position, with some days fully remote and other days onsite. Weekly check-ins will be scheduled by the supervisor; additional pop-up meetings may also occur. All equipment identified as necessary by the supervisor for this position will be provided (e.g. laptop, software).

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Required Certifications or Licensure

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

College/School Information

Work Hours

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Work Days

Monday through Friday

Hours Per Week

30-40

Type of Position

Anticipated Hiring Range

$18 - $20 per hour

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

03/27/2023

Job Closing Date

04/07/2023

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to 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. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

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.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent