The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 1 day ago
Program Assistant
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $15/hrThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education known for its commitment to innovative teaching and research. They are seeking a part-time Program Assistant to assist with program planning and implementation focused on student health and wellness during the Spring 2026 academic year.
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Responsibilities
Assist with program planning and implementation across various health topics for the student population
Assist with topical workshop requests (ie, Health Promotion, Dimensions of Wellness, Resiliency, Substance Use 101, Decisions, Sleep, nutrition, stress management, etc.)
Assist with annual campus-wide programming (FallFest, Week of Welcome, Safetoberfest, Spring Carnival, LDOC, etc.)
Assist with regular tabling events (departmental or topic promotions)
Provide other department support as requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
Ability to work a flexible 15 hours per week throughout the Spring academic semester (January-June), including the potential for some evening and weekend hours
Passion for providing student-centered, positive customer service
Ability to work in teams and to maintain effective professional relationships
Ability to work independently, manage a variety of tasks, follow-up on assignments, and take initiative on projects (time and project management proficiency)
Flexibility to work across disciplines to produce effective health promotion and prevention initiatives on campus
Comfort working in a dynamic co-working space with a diverse team to accomplish departmental goals
Excitement for working as a team across health topic areas towards a more integrated, equitable and holistic wellness approach
Ability to move up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Excellent skills in program facilitation, education/outreach, and communication
Experience using public health, social change, and high-impact educational frameworks when developing and implementing programs and communications
Understanding of health equity concepts across a variety of programs & services
Capacity to cultivate culturally competent and inclusive spaces for students to explore sensitive health topics
Program planning, development, and evaluation analysis of qualitative/quantitative data
Group facilitation, engagement and presenting to diverse populations
Topic specific knowledge (i.e. stress management, mindfulness, sleep hygiene, sexual health & relationship education, alcohol & other drugs prevention, nutrition, and/or other health related topics)
Work respectfully and effectively with students of various ages, cultures, and backgrounds
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates for performing arts events
Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Carolina’s vibrant people and programs attest to the University’s long-standing place among leaders in higher education since it was chartered in 1789 and opened its doors for students in 1795 as the nation’s first public university.
Founded in 1919
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$48.57MKey Investors
SECU FoundationCDA FoundationNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center
2024-07-19Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
2023-02-16Grant· $0.11M
Leadership Team
Judith Cone
Retired Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Innovation as of April 1, 2021
Michael Williams
Network SEcurity Team Lead
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