Administrative Support Associate - Advanced

East Carolina University

  • Greenville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • $36,772–$40,858 Per Year

Highlights

If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity. The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University is composed of departments that function to increase the supply of primary care physicians to serve the state; improve the health and well-being of the region; and train physicians who will meet the healthcare needs of the state.

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LocationGreenville, NC
Salary$36,772–$40,858 Per Year

Description

Position Details

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Job Title Administrative Support Associate - Advanced Position Number 975309 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Time-Limited No Department Homepage https://pa.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department PHYSICIAN ASST STUDIES Division ECU Health/BSOM Classification Title 10421 Administrative Support Associate Competency Level 3 - Advanced Working Title Administrative Support Associate - Advanced Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.000 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Recruitment Range $33,540 - $44,015 Anticipated Hiring Range $36,772 - $40,858 Salary Grade Equivalency NC03 Work Schedule Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Position Location (City) Greenville Job Category Staff Be a Pirate!

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation.

The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University is composed of departments that function to increase the supply of primary care physicians to serve the state; improve the health and well-being of the region; and train physicians who will meet the healthcare needs of the state. The ECU Brody School of Medicine is aligned with ECU Health as a clinically integrated academic healthcare organization. This integration allows the two organizations to provide efficient, effective and high-quality care to eastern North Carolina residents. For more information, visit ECUHealth.org.

The mission of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies is to provide educational experience which prepares graduates to enhance access to primary medical care, with the hope to increase care for the citizens of rural and medically-underserved Eastern North Carolina and beyond.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Administrative Support Associate is integral to the daily operations and support functions for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies and manages several critical administrative and student facing workflows within the department. Reporting to the Chair of Physician Assistant Studies, the position works with students, admissions committee, and faculty. This position is responsible for front office management, executive calendar coordination, student record review, event planning, and departmental communications. This position will also evaluate application materials, manage records, coordinate interview activities, document admission decisions, and facilitate communication with applicants and the Graduate School. Additionally, the position will manage student records and registration, academic data and databases, testing processes, curriculum updates, accreditation reporting, faculty support, and student communications.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Provides administrative, operational, and customer service support (40%)
  • Manages admissions administration (40%)
  • Coordinates program operations and supports didactic faculty (20%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience License or Certification required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
  • Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Additional Instructions to Applicant Job Open Date 09/23/2026 Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 10/05/2026 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97236 Alternate option

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 budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.

  • LinkedIn

  • Chronicle of Higher Education

  • CareerBuilder

  • Greenville Daily Reflector

  • Raleigh News & Observer

  • HigherEdJobs.com

  • InsideHigherEd.com

  • Monster.com

  • Indeed

  • ECU Website

  • Other

  • Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

  • Yes

  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References

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