UTS-Temporary Program Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill

Overview

Join our team as a Program Assistant with the UNC Chapel Hill program. This federally funded initiative supports ambitious students from low-income families in Orange, Chatham, Durham, and Lee County public schools by providing academic instruction, cultural enrichment, and career education. Our goal is to help these students gain admission to college by offering them the tools and resources they need.

(100% On-Site, Parking Available)

Work Schedule
: 40 hours/week, typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (some evenings and weekends required, not to exceed 40 hours/week)

• Recruitment: Engage with high schools and middle school feeder schools through visits, emails, and phone calls. Develop marketing materials and communicate with parents/guardians to recruit students into the UB Program.
• Program Planning & Implementation: Organize and execute college tours, annual events, and other program activities.
• High School Curriculum Development: Design and implement curriculum for the Saturday Enrichment Academy (SEA) sessions.
• Presentation & Advising: Facilitate SEA sessions and advise students on their academic and career paths.
• Miscellaneous: Assist with other duties as needed to support the program’s success.
• Background check required (due to work with minors).
• Completion of UNC’s Protection of Minors Training.
• At least 1 year of experience working with middle school and/or high school students, preferably in an educational, outreach, college access, or federally funded program setting.

• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents/guardians, school staff, and team members via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Zoom or other virtual meeting platforms, and basic data entry or record-keeping systems.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate events, and meet deadlines.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced educational environment.
• Student Engagement: Skills in mentoring, advising, or facilitating group sessions with middle and high school students.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify challenges, propose solutions, and assist in the successful implementation of program activities.

• 2–3 years of experience working with middle and/or high school students in educational, outreach, or college-access programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with students, parents/guardians, and school staff.
• Experience designing and delivering curriculum, workshops, or enrichment activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate events, and maintain attention to detail.
• Training:
  Experience in advising, mentoring, or counseling students is highly desirable. Training in college-access programs or federally funded educational initiatives is a plus.

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  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  or workatncstate.

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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Required Documents

• Resume
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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