Academic Programs Office Manager, Durham

Agency

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free.

Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr.

Division

VC for Academic Programs

Job Classification Title

University Program Specialist (S)

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About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free.

Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr.

Description of Work

CLOSING DATE:
Thursday, November 5, 2026

** This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE:
Permanent, 12-months, SHRA, FLSA Non-exempt, 1.0 FTE

NCSSM and the Academic Programs Division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Description of Duties:

This position is the Office Manager for Academic Programs for NCSSM-Durham, and reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs. The position provides program management and analysis for the Academic Programs departments, administrative support to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs, and provides day-to-day leadership, consultation, and support to each dean, director, chair, and program assistant within each discipline. This position serves as the first point of contact for all customers in Durham, including students, staff, faculty, families, and vendors.

Major functions of the positions are:
Program Support to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs and all entities within Academic Programs, Budget, Advanced Placement Testing Coordination, Special Events Coordination, Administrative Support for Key Faculty Processes, Supervision of Part-time and/or Temporary Academic Programs staff, and other duties as assigned. Flexible/Hybrid work may be available.

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Skills and Abilities

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HIRING SALARY RANGE: $59,311 - $63,730

Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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