UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer at UNC Chapel Hill

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer to support student organizations by managing financial transactions and ensuring compliance with financial policies. This temporary role requires an associate's degree and strong organizational skills, offering a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field required.
• At least one year of experience in purchasing or bookkeeping.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including vLookups and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage daily financial transactions for student organizations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions.
• Monitor budgets to ensure student organizations stay within allocated amounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer at UNC Chapel Hill

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Essential Job Duties

The Purchasing Officer will join the department, which provides vital financial and business services for the department and its student organizations. This role is essential in supporting student organizations by managing and recording day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring student groups operate within their allocated budgets. The Purchasing Officer serves as a resource, ensuring compliance with financial policies and assisting student organizations in navigating financial processes.

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG195164TM

Position Number 48SM85

Position Type Temporary

Essential Job Duties

The Purchasing Officer will join the department, which provides vital financial and business services for the department and its student organizations. This role is essential in supporting student organizations by managing and recording day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring student groups operate within their allocated budgets. The Purchasing Officer serves as a resource, ensuring compliance with financial policies and assisting student organizations in navigating financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and manage daily financial transactions for student organizations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions.
• Monitor budgets to ensure student organizations stay within allocated amounts.
• Provide guidance and support to student organizations on financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
  
  

Is Time Limited Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length 6/9/25 - 12/12/25

Department Information

Job City & State Chapel Hill, NC

Department

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Service Maintenance

Working Title UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer at UNC Chapel Hill

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8 am - 5 pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

Other duties as needed

Minimum Experience/Education

• Associate’s degree in a field related to accounting or business, plus at least one year of experience in purchasing, bookkeeping, or reconciling.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with vLookups and pivot tables.
  
  

Department Required Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism.
• Ability to adapt quickly, follow through on tasks, and resolve issues independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service expertise, serving as an ambassador of the department.
  
  

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism.
• Ability to adapt quickly, follow through on tasks, and resolve issues independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service expertise, serving as an ambassador of the department.
  
  

Required License Or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required? No

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $19-$21/hr, depending on experience

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 05/19/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/218558

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]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Higher Education

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