Administrative Support Specialist

Posting Information

Department

Psychiatry-Centr ofExcel-ADMIN-

Career Area

Administrative/Clerical Support

Is this an internal only recruitment?

No

Posting Open Date

12/08/2025

Application Deadline

12/15/2025

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Admin Support Specialist - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent

NC10 / GN08

Working Title

Administrative Support Specialist

Position Number

Vacancy ID

P

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$45,745 - $51,500

Pay Band Information

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Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel

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.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Administrative Support Specialist to the Vice Chair for Research of Psychiatry, providing administrative support to enable the Vice Chair for Research of Psychiatry to effectively accomplish goals of his position, including but not limited to administrative support for the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health including UNC STEP Community Clinics at Carr Mill and Wake County.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Experience with Adobe programs (Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Knowledge of cloud document systems is preferred, along with social media management skills.
• The ideal candidate will have a background in graphic design and event planning experience.
• Previous experience working with mental health professionals is a plus.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements