UTS - Temporary Executive Assistant at NC State

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Workers

Free entry to sporting events

Childcare discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University is looking for a Temporary Executive Assistant. This role serves as a vital liaison between executive leadership and various university departments, demanding a high level of independence and discretion.

Responsibilities include managing communications, organizing events, and assisting executive officers with various administrative matters. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience, maintaining professionalism and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related experience, or equivalent education and training.
• Preferred experience in an academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between executive leadership and departments.
• Manage communications and scheduling for the head.
• Organize department events and engage with the community.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Event organization

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Creative writing

Financial transactions

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

MailChimp

WordPress

Zoom

PeopleSoft

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: PG196234TM

Position Number: 48TT22

Position Type: Temporary

Essential Job Duties: The position serves as the liaison and/or coordinator between executive leadership and other university departments. The position exercises considerable independence, ensuring that administrative details are managed in accordance with executive objectives and work priorities. This position will maintain a high level of knowledge of division programs, activities, goals, priorities, and commitments, a high level of independence and accountability for speaking on behalf of executive leadership, and a high level of judgment and discretion concerning division operations. This individual is frequently called upon by directors and departmental administrators in the division to answer questions directed to leadership. The responsibilities of this position are to relieve executive leadership of as many matters as possible that do not demand personal attention.

Is Time Limited: Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length: 2.5 months

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

• 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

System Information

Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title: UTS - Temporary Executive Assistant at NC State

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule: 40 hours; Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Minimum Experience/Education: Bachelor's degree with at least one year of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and administrative experience. Academic environment experience with work of increasing variety and complexity is strongly preferred.

• Ability to serve as the primary information conduit between the Head, faculty, and staff, with the confidence and accuracy to speak on behalf of the head regarding departmental, college, and university inquiries.
• Capability to distill high-level ideas into clear, thoughtful communications while adapting tone for a diverse audience, achieving cooperation and consensus across academic disciplines.
• Ability to act as a key communication link and liaison for departmental events, including December graduation.
• Advanced English grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and creative writing skills to draft, format, and edit memos, policy interpretations, and confidential correspondence matching the head's personal style.
• Skill in managing internal and external communications, including topic research, interviews, image generation, and publication of newsletters and meeting minutes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, evaluate alternatives, make sound factual decisions, and present researched, viable solutions for high-level issues requiring executive consideration.
• Ability to adapt tactics and strategies to changing priorities, while maintaining high professionalism, diplomacy, and strict confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Sound judgment to set reasonable administrative deadlines, enforce compliance, and apply consequences professionally.
• Meticulous attention to detail, proactive initiative, and excellent follow-through to manage competing priorities consistent with the Department Head's expectations.
• Experience organizing on- and off-campus events, career panels, hybrid meetings, community engagement initiatives, and outreach activities that elevate departmental visibility.
• Strong understanding of university, college, and departmental policies to build standardized guidelines, while fostering a positive, productive office climate.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, MailChimp, Doodle, WordPress, PeopleSoft, Zoom (including setting up hybrid departmental meetings), and institutional university software systems.

• Experience with handling/processing financial transactions such as P-Card reconciliation, Travel Authorizations, Travel Reimbursements, personal reimbursements, voucher payments, and Marketplace.

Required License or Certification: n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?: No

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 09/30/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/235585

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.

NC State University 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.