Academic Program Support Coordinator

UNC-Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC -Chapel Hill is seeking an Academic Program Support Coordinator within the Public Health Leadership and Practice Department to support academic programs and certificate students. You will collaborate with faculty and the Gillings Registrar, manage administrative tasks, and maintain communications to ensure smooth program operations.

A Bachelor's degree and MS 365 proficiency are required, with emphasis on attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Higher education policies and procedures knowledge preferred.
• MS 365 Applications proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Support academic programs administered or supported by PHLP.
• Engage with faculty and Gillings Registrar and work directly with Certificate students.

Skills

Higher education experience

Policy understanding

Student records tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Tools

MS 365 Applications

Job description

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Public Health Leadership and Practice Department is an interdisciplinary department offering a master’s degree and two academic certificates. Our vision is to create public health leaders with the vision and ability to anticipate and solve future health challenges wherever they occur throughout the world. The Public Health Leadership and Practice Department offers a customized curriculum to meet the demands of busy practitioners in public health and clinical care. We offer courses delivered through a combination of traditional classroom, online and hybrid formats, bolstered by practical, applied experiences. In doing so, we create leaders who share a command of the most current public health approaches as informed by evidence-based practice, who are adept at learning from their experiences and who utilize these skills to create new opportunities for improvement and transformational change.

Position Summary

The Academic Program Support Coordinator (or Specialist) provides support to academic programs administered or supported by PHLP , as identified by academic program directors and other faculty associated with the department. Individuals in this position will have significant engagement with faculty and Gillings Registrar and will engage directly with Certificate students as a primary responsibility. This position reports to the Associate Chair for Academics in the Public Health Leadership and Practice Department.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Higher education experience preferred.
• Understanding of policies and procedures related to student and academic department tracking, reporting and maintenance.
• MS 365 Applications

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Student Services Specialist position.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate
  • Associate's degree and at least 2 years of related experience
  • Combination of post-high school education and experience in a related field to equal at least 4 years (ex. 1 year of college and 3 years of related experience)
  • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 8 years ( ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years of related experience)
  • None of the above