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North Carolina State University lists this UTS - Temporary Executive Assistant at NC State opportunity in raleigh, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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UTS - Temporary Executive Assistant at NC StatePosition InformationPosting Number - PG TMPosition Number - 48TT22Position Type - TemporaryEssential Job Duties - The position serves as the liaison and/or coordinator between executive leadership and other university departments. The position exercises considerable independence, ensuring that administrative details are managed in accordance with executive objectives and work priorities. This position will maintain a high level of knowledge of division programs, activities, goals, priorities, and commitments, a high level of independence and accountability for speaking on behalf of executive leadership, and a high level of judgment and discretion concerning division operations. This individual is frequently called upon by directors and departmental administrators in the division to answer questions directed to leadership. The responsibilities of this position are to relieve executive leadership of as many matters as possible that do not demand personal attention.Is Time Limited - YesIf Yes, Appointment Length - 2.5 monthsWolfpack Perks and Benefits - As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Department InformationJob City & State - Raleigh, NCDepartmentSystem InformationClassification Title - Temporary-Technical/ParaprofessionalWorking Title - UTS - Temporary Executive Assistant at NC StateRequirements and PreferencesWork Schedule - 40 hours; Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pmOther Work/ResponsibilitiesMinimum Experience/Education - Bachelor's degree with at least one year of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and administrative experience. Academic environment experience with work of increasing variety and complexity is strongly preferred.Department Required Skills - Ability to serve as the primary information conduit between the Head, faculty, and staff, with the confidence and accuracy to speak on behalf of the head regarding departmental, college, and university inquiries. Capability to distill high-level ideas into clear, thoughtful communications while adapting tone for a diverse audience, achieving cooperation and consensus across academic disciplines. Ability to act as a key communication link and liaison for departmental events, including December graduation. Advanced English grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and creative writing skills to draft, format, and edit memos, policy interpretations, and confidential correspondence matching the head's personal style. Skill in managing internal and external communications, including topic research, interviews, image generation, and publication of newsletters and meeting minutes. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, evaluate alternatives, make sound factual decisions, and present researched, viable solutions for high-level issues requiring executive consideration. Ability to adapt tactics and strategies to changing priorities, while maintaining high professionalism, diplomacy, and strict confidentiality with sensitive information. Sound judgment to set reasonable administrative deadlines, enforce compliance, and apply consequences professionally. Meticulous attention to detail, proactive initiative, and excellent follow-through to manage competing priorities consistent with the Department Head's expectations. Experience organizing on- and off-campus events, career panels, hybrid meetings, community engagement initiatives, and outreach activities that elevate departmental visibility. Strong understanding of university, college, and departmental policies to build standardized guidelines, while fostering a positive, productive office climate. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, MailChimp, Doodle, WordPress, PeopleSoft, Zoom (including setting up hybrid departmental meetings), and institutional university software systems.Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education - Experience with handling/processing financial transactions such as P-Card reconciliation, Travel Authorizations, Travel Reimbursements, personal reimbursements, voucher payments, and Marketplace.Required License or Certification - n/aValid NC Driver's License required? - NoCommercial Driver's License Required? - NoRecruitment DetailsAnticipated Hiring Range - $28.00 - $35.00 per hourRecruitment DatesJob Open Date - 09/30/2026Applicant InformationEEO - NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at or Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University 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.Supplemental Questions* Have you served as the main point of contact between a leader and a large group of faculty or staff? If yes, briefly describe your role in one or two sentences. (Open Ended Question)* Have you managed competing priorities with minimal supervision? If yes, in one or two sentences, describe how you decided what to do first. (Open Ended Question)* Have you used Microsoft Office, Google Suite, MailChimp, WordPress, PeopleSoft, and Zoom in a work setting? Have you processed PCard reconciliations, travel authorizations, or reimbursements? List which ones you have used. (Open Ended Question)Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeContact Information for ReferencesOptional DocumentsCover Letter
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raleigh, NC, 27601, US
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