University Program Associate

Posting Details
Benefits of Working at UNCW

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.

Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life-creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range
$45,400 - $50,438

Recruitment Range Details

The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary parameters.

Vacancy Number
S02880

Position Title
University Program Associate

Working Title
University Program Associate

Competency Level
Journey

Home Department
Engagement and Professional Learning - 31402

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Watson College offers high quality programs, extensive field experiences, strong ties to partners in the community, a collaborative learning environment and an unwavering commitment to our students' success. Exceptional undergraduate and masters-level programs help students to become effective P-12 teachers. Graduate programs are offered at the master's and doctoral levels for professionals seeking a career in school administration, curriculum and instruction, policy and advocacy, higher education The exemplary Watson College of Education P-12 School-University Partnership (SUP) has established collegial working relationships with eleven school districts, two charter schools and a university laboratory school. The university recognized early that true systemic reform of teacher preparation would require honest and sustainable partnerships among schools of education, public schools and the general public. Since 1993, the SUP has grown to include over 200 schools with over more than 2,000 partnership teachers and school leaders. In 2006 the SUP was awarded the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. In March of 2014 and 2024, the SUP won the National Association of School-University Partnerships (NASUP) award for Exemplary SUPS Achievement.

College
Watson College of Ed - 314 College

College/School Information

University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Program Associate coordinates the day-to-day functions of the P-12 School-University Partnership (SUP), Professional Experiences team (PET), Isaac Bear Early College (IBEC), and NC New Teacher Support Program (NTSP), to include the items listed below.

• Performs data analysis and processes payments for all area SUP Site Coordinators and Partnership Teachers, as well, as independent contractor payments.
• Coordinates all on-campus and virtual events for SUP, PET, and IBEC (e.g., meetings, workshops, and conferences) that align with the mission and goals of the college; includes scheduling, program design, logistical support, and communication with speakers, vendors, and participants.
• Facilitates and monitors budgets for, SUP, PET, IBEC, NCNTSP, and other operating and trust funds; processes financial transactions including travel, supplies, purchasing cards, and monthly/annual reporting for NCNTSP to East Carolina University.
• Works independently in verifying, recording, compiling, analyzing, and organizing specific data, documents, and various communications required for accreditation, funding opportunities, and potential collaborations.
• Communicates with our area school partners and other university personnel to ensure major events and functions of the SUP Office are of the highest quality and support the mission of our partnership.
• Facilitates scoring, documentation and reporting of SUP Online Orientation for partnership teachers.
• Interfaces with conference services, including fund balance and reconciliation with conference services.
• Coordinates and communicates ongoing student placement database work tasks and any related updates, including the documentation and examination of current processes and monitoring current system for data integrity.
• Analyzes and implements current working processes involving database and recommendations for future modifications, additions, needs related to data integrity (application of data, archiving of data).
• Assigns, trains, and coordinates SUP & PET graduate assistant(s) to assist with conferences, workshops, and seminars, among other functions of the office.
• Manages department inventories (supplies, equipment, parking passes), coordinates copier access, and maintains Office of Partnerships and Engagement OneLan screen content.
• Makes recommendations regarding the distribution of funds and monitors financial activity across assigned areas.
• Responsible for coordination of copier, website updates, and inventory management of supplies, equipment, and parking passes for the department

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
• Experience with providing administrative support or office management
• Experience in an academic setting
• Experience with budgets, travel, and purchasing
• Knowledge of Banner student and finance
• Strong technical knowledge with on-line and PC based software Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Outlook, etc., Adobe Creative Suite, DocuSign and ability to learn and quickly utilize new software programs
• Excellent organization and customer service skills (working with a number of individuals in various roles: faculty, staff, students, public, administrators)
• A high-level of attention to detail
• Experience supervising students or other entry-level personnel

Required Certifications or licensure
N/A

FTE
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year
12 Months

Work Days
Monday - Friday

Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Type of Position
Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited

Position Number
1651

Job Posting Date
07/28/2026

Posting Close Date
08/11/2026

Number of Openings
Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants


PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position.


Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement


UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

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