Project Assistant

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Workers

Lead courses for professional growth

Free admission to select NC State and/

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC seeks a Project Assistant to provide liaison and administrative support for CFACE, assist with meeting coordination, documentation, file maintenance, and development of training materials. Strong organization, attention to detail, and excellent communication are required.

The role involves coordinating team communications to ensure smooth project execution, adhering to goals and deadlines, and supporting marketing initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge in using Google Workspace apps and Microsoft Office products.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work independently and take direction appropriately.
• Excellent organizational skills for tasks, documentation and reports.
• Familiarity with Google calendaring systems.
• Experience with online meeting platforms such as Zoom.
• Provide high level customer service via email, phone, and written correspondence.
• Assist with training, program and policy projects.
• Participate in center initiatives and staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide liaison and administrative office management support for CFACE.
• Assist with meeting coordination, documentation, and file maintenance.
• Develop training materials and marketing support for projects.
• Coordinate communication between team members to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure alignment with project goals and deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Google calendaring

Zoom familiarity

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

Essential Job Duties

The primary purpose of the Project Assistant is to provide liaison efforts and administrative office management support for the Center for Family and Community Engagement (CFACE), assist with meeting coordination, project/program/center documentation, maintaining files, and development of training materials. Provide technical assistance and support of marketing. The Project Assistant will be coordinating communication between team members to ensure smooth project execution, all while adhering to project goals and deadlines; requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG196283TM

Position Number 16CMN30

Position Type Temporary

Is Time Limited No

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title Project Assistant

Work Schedule

M-F 8am-5pm

Minimum Experience/Education

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

Department Required Skills

• Knowledge in using Google Workplace apps (Google shared drive; Google Sheets; Google Slides) and/or Microsoft Office products
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently, receive direction and feedback related to tasks
• Organizational skills related to tasks, documentation, reports, etc.
• Familiarity with Google calendaring systems
• Familiarity and/or experience with online meeting platforms such as ZOOM
• Provide a high level of customer service through email, telephone, and other written correspondence. Customer/Client Oriented with a focus on ensuring customers have a high quality customer service experience
• Assist the center’s Assistant Director, Program Manager and Program Coordinator with projects related to training, program and policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Actively participate in center initiatives, staff meetings, events and training to ensure the development of collaborative relationships.
• Assist with collecting evaluative data.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Proven ability to learn new software quickly
• Attention to detail while performing tasks
• Time management skills related to tasks and prioritizing work needs
• Experience with or knowledge of the North Carolina Child Welfare System
• Experience in collaborating with leaders in state and country child and family-serving agencies
• Preferred Disciplines: Social Work; Business Administration; Public Administration; Psychology; Counseling; or Human Services

Required License or Certification

n/a

Recruitment

Anticipated Hiring Range $24-$26/hour

Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 11/05/2026

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/237094

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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