Administrative Specialist

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington in coastal North Carolina seeks an Administrative Specialist to support the Honors College’s interdisciplinary program. The role covers course management, data handling, events coordination, and supervision of student workers, contributing to student success and program efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, customer service strengths, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams, with a commitment to an inclusive,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with related office experience; or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with related office experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, curricular, and logistical administration for an interdisciplinary Honors program serving Honors students.
• Manage courses, data, events, and student workers.
• Coordinate with Honors College and related departments to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Organization

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

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

$42,000 - $46,500

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

S02914

Position Title

Administrative Specialist

Working Title

Administrative Specialist

Competency Level

Journey

Home Department

Honors College - 33100

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNCW Honors College offers student-centered seminars to high ability undergraduates. Honors courses are characterized by student-lead discussions, creative research projects, deep readings, and applied knowledge. We are particularly interested in individuals who can help promote an interdisciplinary and experiential learning environment. Applicants should be invested in developing students \"beyond their majors.\"

College

Undergraduate Ed & Faculty Affairs - 330 College

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 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.

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Administrative Specialist position is responsible for academic/curricular and logistical administration for an interdisciplinary undergraduate program serving Honors students. This includes the areas of course management, data management, events management, and student worker supervision.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Graduation from a 4 year college or university and 1 year of related office experience.
• Strong customer service and relationship building skills to diplomatically interact with faculty, students, and staff.
• Strong organization skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, etc.

Required Certifications or licensure

None.

FTE

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year

12 Months

Work Days

Monday - Friday

Work Hours

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Type of Position

Permanent

Position Number

7646

Job Posting Date

09/02/2026

Posting Close Date

09/24/2026

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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. UN 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.

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40699