Administrative Assistant

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking an administrative support specialist for the Purchasing and Accounts Payable area on the Cullowhee campus. The role involves handling documents, providing backup for general administrative tasks, and ensuring accurate processing.

Ideal candidates will be proficient with Microsoft Office, able to read various documents, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with colleagues. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Familiarity or knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret various documents related to the job.
• Ability to perform work requiring accuracy and considerable attention to detail without close supervision.
• Ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Purchasing and Accounts Payable.
• Scan documents.
• Provide backup and support for other administrative needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position provides administrative support Purchasing and Accounts Payable. Duties include: scanning documents and providing backup and support for any administrative needs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Familiarity or knowledge of Microsoft Office. The ability to use standard office equipment, ability to read and interpret various documents related to the job, ability to perform work requiring accuracy and considerable attention to detail without close supervision. Ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications

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Open Date

Open Date 08/10/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/02/2026

Open Until Filled No

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

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Supplemental Questions

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• * Are you currently enrolled as a student at WCU?
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• * Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours?
  • Yes
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