Program & Communication Associate - #003912

University of North Carolina Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Asheville is seeking a Program & Communication Associate (#003912) to manage programs, communications, and office operations within the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.

The role supports unit directors, faculty, staff, and students, coordinating internal and public communications, newsletters, and social media while overseeing scheduling, travel, and events.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary program associate, office manager, and communications specialist for the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
• Coordinate and create internal and public-facing communications about programming, grant opportunities and procedures, research compliance, grant-funded research and programs, newsletters, and social media.
• Provide support to unit directors, faculty, staff, and students; manage calendars, travel, and meetings; assist with staff searches logistics.
• Maintain website content and manage communications to campus and the public via email, newsletters, and social media.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Graphic design

Office tools

Budget management

Banner system experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Docs

Google Drive

Canva

Wordpress

Website maintenance

Job description

Program & Communication Associate - #003912

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.

UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S0710

Classification Title

Classification Title University Program Associate

Overall Position Competency

Overall Position Competency Advanced

Working Title

Working Title Program & Communication Associate - #003912

Position Number

Position Number 003912

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

NC Salary Grade Equivalency

NC Salary Grade Equivalency N10 (For employment/re-employment priority purposes only)

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $48,000-$51,000

Position Summary

This position serves as primary program associate, office manager, and communication specialist for the units of the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, including the University Grants Manager. The employee in this position provides assistance to the unit directors, faculty, staff, and students. They coordinate and create internal and public facing communications to all relevant constituents about programming, grant opportunities and procedures, research compliance, grant-funded research and programs, newsletters, and social media.

• serving as the first point of contact for unit inquiries and questions
• file and record maintenance
• ordering of supplies, budget management, purchase orders, and check requests
• travel requests and reimbursements
• calendar management
• schedule meetings and reserve meeting spaces as needed
• assisting with logistics and information related to staff searches
• serves as a contact for information requests from faculty and staff on programs
• planning, promotion, and management of unit events
• website maintenance
• communications to campus and public (e.g. email, newsletter, social media, etc.)

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Center for Teaching and Learning

Full-Time / Part- Time

Full-Time / Part- Time Full-Time

Months per Year 12 Months

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

If time-limited, length of assignment

Not Applicable

Minimum Qualifications Notice

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to provide strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of graphic design and ability to use various office technologies such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Drive, Canva, Wordpress, and website maintenance.
• Skill in budget and fund management. Experience with the Banner system would be ideal.

Work Schedule and Hours

Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional time on evenings or weekends may be needed to meet the needs of the department.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/16/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 10/07/2026

Open Until Filled No

Background/E-Verify

UNC Asheville 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.

University Safety

The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at [phone] or email [e-mail]. 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UNC Asheville website
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Indeed
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • HERC
  • NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
  • UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
  • X (formerly Twitter)
  • Circa (formerly Local Job Network)
  • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
  • Other

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample

Optional Documents

• DD-214
• NGB 23A (RPAS)
• DD256 or NGB22

The University of North Carolina Asheville 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 to [e-mail].