Executive Assistant

Monday-Friday; 10am-6pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Research in Black Cultures and Histories (Stone Center) was founded in 1988. The Stone Center honors and is named for Dr. Sonja Haynes Stone, a visionary and key figure in the development of African American studies at UNC at Chapel Hill. The Stone Center was followed by the creation of the Institute of African American Research in 1995 and, in 2021, these two units joined and now operate as one of the University's 13 Academic and Community Engagement Centers ( ACE). As an ACE unit the Stone Center develops interdepartmental academic opportunities for faculty and student research and scholarship, arts and cultural programming of the highest quality, and community engagement programs in support of the University's commitment to service and outreach.

The Stone Center encourages a critical approach to intellectual inquiry, supports principled scholarship and encourages collaboration and engagement with audiences on and beyond the UNC-Chapel Hill campus. The Center collaborates with local, statewide, and national partners and other organizations that are committed to research, cultural and historical explorations, and community engagement. The Stone Center provides direct and indirect support for established and emerging scholar/researchers and for artists and innovators who are engaged in direct, hands-on interactions with audiences. The Stone Center provides extensive support for students interested in exploration of African American and diaspora arts, cultures, and histories. The Director will lead in articulating an intellectual vision for the Stone Center under its new organizational structure that will allow it to be more effective and efficient in fulfilling its mission and the strategic goals of the University.

The Executive Assistant provides high-level project and administrative support to the Director and contributes to the support of wide-ranging internal and external functions of management initiatives, administrative processes, and special projects. The Executive Assistant is responsible for managing the administrative needs to ensure that the Director's time is effectively allocated, and that the Director has the information/materials needed to advance the priorities and meet goals for the Stone Center.

The Executive Assistant will manage the Director's travel, departmental Organizational chart, and serve as a liaison with internal and external parties to gather and disseminate information as appropriate.

High school diploma or equivalency and three years of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience; or Associate's degree in secretarial science, business administration, or a related discipline and one year of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience ; or Bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Advanced knowledge of office productivity software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS, and Zoom.

Prior experience with similar responsibilities.

Not Applicable.

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.