UNC Overview :
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community. In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025. Research.com
- #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC US News & World Report
- #9 in Top Public Schools Princeton Reviews
- #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans
- eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.
Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
Classification Title :
Administrative Support Specialist Department :
University Police Full-Time/Part-Time :
Full-Time Months per
Year :
12
Months Position Summary:
The Admin Support Specialist provides full administrative support for University Police and Public Safety. The employee provides support in managing calendaring, travel authorizations/reimbursement paperwork, financial paperwork and reporting, and confidential projects. This position requires constant professional-level interaction with university students, staff, faculty and visitors. Additionally, this position assists with aspects of office management and related record keeping, accounts payable and receivable for all areas of Police and Public Safety. The Admin Support Specialist shall be trained and competent in all University Police programs and operation. The employee must complete yearly in-service training as well as any other certifications needed. Assist with the management of the agency motor fleet, including invoicing, billing and coordinating maintenance. The employee in this position is expected to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Strong written and verbal communications skills, experience with various office technologies such as Word, Excel, Access, Google Suite, Adobe, PowerPoint, and website maintenance. The employee in this position must be a Notary Public in North Carolina or be able to obtain such certification. This position is considered essential personnel.
Minimum Education/Experience/Skill :
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Quick Link for
Positing :
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EO/AA/ADA Employer:
The University of North Carolina Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 251-6605 or email to hr@unca.edu .
