Federal Work Study - Program Assistant

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking a Program Assistant under Federal Work Study to support the Office of Innovation and Engagement on-campus in Greenville, NC. The role focuses on maintaining databases, evaluating projects, and assisting with event planning and management from Sept 1, 2026 to Apr 30, 2027.

The position requires strong data skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and good written and verbal communication. Minimum GPA 2.0; on-campus posting for Fall 2026 to Spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Interest in economic or community engagement.
• Analytical skills and experience with research or evaluation projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• GPA requirement of minimum 2.0.

Responsibilities

• Maintain databases and evaluate and assess projects.
• Assist with event planning and management.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Job description

Position Details

Advertising Department: OFFICE OF INNOVATION & ENGAGEMENT

Academic Term/Year: FALL 2026/SPRING 2027

Position Title: Federal Work Study - Program Assistant

Posting Number: 08606

Position Number: 08606

Student Job Category: Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus

Position Location: On-campus

City: Greenville

State: NC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Rate of Pay: $12.00/hourly

FLSA Status: FLSA Non-exempt

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?: No

GPA Requirement: Minimum of 2.0

Open Date: 08/26/2026

Close Date: 04/01/2027

Open Until Filled: No

Job Description

ECU Office of Innovation and Engagement is currently seeking a Program Assistant. The primary role of this position is to maintain databases, evaluate and assess projects, assist with event planning and management, and complete other projects as assigned.

• Research including literature review as well as assembly of background material on various topics relevant to programs offered through the OER


• Create evaluation tools including surveys


• Manage and analyze data


• Update and maintain databases


• Develop and implement project plans


• Researching and co-planning the potential stops and create material for Bus Tour


• Other tasks as assigned

START AND END DATE: Position will run Sept 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The student will be expected to share his or her availability with the supervisor and communicate effectively if time off is needed.

Preferred

• Demonstrate interest in economic or community engagement


• Have analytical skills and experience with research or evaluation projects


• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects; and,


• Have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Special Instructions to Applicant

To be eligible for Federal Work Study positions, students MUST QUALIFY and RECEIVE a Federal Work Study Award from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610.)

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Quick Link for Direct Access

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96695

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Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU 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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