Program Associate – Pack Essentials

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.

NC State was named a great place to work in the 2022 Forbes annual survey as the best large employer in North Carolina. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

Resiliency and Community Support is a newly formed team that supports the student experience by aligning several programs and functions that support student well-being, sense of belonging, and promotes a supportive, safe campus environment. These professional staff facilitate NC State’s Pack Essentials program that supports students in meeting basic needs. Additionally, the team is charged with supporting signature university events such as Packapalooza and critical functions in support of student success such as follow-up on individual student inquiries, absence verification, and written student complaints. Finally, this team supports the campus resilience operations in response to emergency and crisis situations and provides critical postvention leadership.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, 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.

The University Program Associate (UPA) for Pack Essentials provides administrative and programmatic support for the implementation of institutional initiatives that support students in meeting their basic needs. We’re looking for a highly organized and collaborative individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be adept at essential administrative tasks, including calendar management, arranging space reservations, providing meeting technology support, and managing agendas, notes, and minutes. You must possess the ability to prioritize tasks effectively amidst competing demands and have a proven capacity to develop and maintain productive, collaborative work relationships to ensure seamless service. Strong verbal communication skills, tailored to varied audiences, are also essential for this role.

Duties include:

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

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

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 (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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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