Administrative Associate

University of North Carolina at Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking an Administrative Associate in the Cameron School of Business. The role will serve as the face of the department, coordinating events and providing administrative support to graduate programs and staff.

The position includes securing travel, handling reimbursements, managing supplies, and collaborating on budget reconciliation. It may also support study abroad efforts and supervise student workers in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage special events for the department and graduate programs.
• Arrange travel and process travel authorizations and reimbursements for staff.
• Manage departmental supplies and general office needs (building service requests, mailings, copying, etc.).
• Assist with budget reconciliation and budget-related requests with the operations team.
• Support the International Programs Coordinator with study abroad activities; help hire student staff and supervise student workers.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Banner

Job description

Benefits of Working at UNCW

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers. Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As a member of the Seahawk community, you’ll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $36,946 - $40,500

Recruitment Range Details

The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate’s education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary parameters.

Vacancy Number

Vacancy Number S02897

Position Title

Position Title Administrative Associate

Working Title

Working Title Administrative Associate

Competency Level Journey

Home Department

Home Department Cameron School Business - 31200

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Academic Affairs is the central division for implementing the mission of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Through effective academic policies, practices and programs, it provides leadership for excellence in teaching, scholarship and creative work as well as service to local, regional and global communities. The division allocates resources to recruit and retain faculty scholars and to create a learning environment that encourages students. The business world is transforming itself from the industrial age into the information age of tomorrow. Business education at the Cameron School of Business is focused on the technical, analytical and interpersonal skills students will need to lead this fundamental change in the business world through the first half of the 21st century. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, the Cameron School of Business provides students with the skills and knowledge to think critically and act responsibly in meeting global business challenges.

College

College Cameron School Business - 312 College

College/School Information

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. 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 MBA 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.

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Administrative Associate acts as the face of the department and provides administrative and technical support to the department. This person takes the lead on coordinating and managing special events for the department and any graduate programs within the department. This position secures travel arrangements and processes travel authorizations and reimbursements for all staff in the office. This person will manage departmental supplies and general office needs (such as building service requests, mailings, copying, etc.). This position does most of the department purchasing and will collaborate with the operations team to support budget reconciliation and budget-related requests. The Administrative Associate will provide assistance to the International Programs Coordinator in terms of study abroad support. This person may also help support departmental hiring for students and supervise student workers. This position may also take on additional responsibilities of as similar nature as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

Experience with Banner

Required Certifications or licensure

N/A

FTE

FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year

Months Per Year 12 Months

Work Days

Work Days Monday - Friday

Work Hours

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited

Position Number

8180

Job Posting Date

08/13/2026

Posting Close Date

09/03/2026

Number of Openings

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her 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.

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.

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