School of Art Administrative Assistant

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 43,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks an Administrative Assistant for the School of Art. This role provides administrative and operational support to the Director, faculty, students, and visitors, helping maintain daily operations and a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include course scheduling, personnel and business operations support, and coordinating events and visits. The position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalency with 2 years of related office experience.
Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendars, video conferencing, and presentation software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

This position provides administrative and operational support for the School of Art.
Responsibilities include faculty and student support, course scheduling, personnel and business operations support, event and visitor coordination.
Engage with directors, faculty, students, and visitors to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email management

Calendars

Video conferencing

Presentation software

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Position Number

2553

Functional Title

School of Art Administrative Assistant

Position Type

Administration - Staff

Position Eclass

EZ - EHRA Non - Exempt Permanent

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The School of Art is part of the College of Visual & Performing Arts, a community of artists and scholars with almost 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students. It is the largest visual and performing arts unit in the University of North Carolina system and is recognized for its comprehensive array of graduate programs and the success of its alumni.

The School of Art cultivates an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful learning community that welcomes students at all levels of experience, empowering them to bring their whole identities into their creative work and to grow into confident, capable artists and thinkers.

The School of Art enrolls more than 750 undergraduate students who pursue degrees in Art Education, Art History, Arts Administration, Animation, New Media and Design, Painting, Printmaking and Drawing, Photography, Sculpture and Ceramics, as well as an M.F.A. in Studio Art.

The School of Art has 32 full-time faculty and two staff positions (a Business Services Coordinator and an Administrative Support Associate) and undergraduate student assistants and graduate assistants.

Position Summary

This position provides administrative and operational support for the School of Art, working closely with the Director, Associate Director, Business Services Coordinator, faculty, students, and visitors. Responsibilities include faculty and student support, course scheduling, personnel and business operations support, event and visitor coordination, and other administrative activities necessary to support the school's academic programs and daily operations.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalency and 2 years of related office experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendars, video conferencing, and presentation software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders to create and maintain a welcoming and respectful environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate or other college degree.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Experience with software platforms used at UNCG including Banner, Chrome River, and others.
Prior experience working in higher education or state/local government.
Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.

Recruitment Range

$39,000 - $42,500

Org # - Department

School of Art - 12203

Job Open Date

10/21/2026

For Best Consideration Date

11/16/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000