Academic Programs Office Manager

Agency North Carolina School of Science , MathDivisionVC for Academic Programs Job Classification Title University Program Specialist (S)
Position Number Grade About  UsNorth 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

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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 FTENCSSM 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

/Management Preferences 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 :

Professional Knowledge Knowledge of the specific program area(s). Ability to keep current with developments and trends in areas(s) of expertise.

Program/Project Administration Ability to coordinate and administer program(s)/project(s), activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources and budget. Ability to prepare and manage contracts and grants. Ability to monitor activities, and assess risk and quality control associated with the program.

Consultation Ability to provide advice and counsel. Knowledge of the client programs, organization and culture. Ability to acknowledge and consider…