Special Assistant to Director of Athletics

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University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

Athletics - 25900

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University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

Athletics - 25900

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/36806

Vacancy Number

TSP5511PST

Working Title

Special Assistant to Director of Athletics

Job Title

Temp Position Type

SHRA Temporary

Job Category

Athletics

FLSA for Position

Exempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The UNCW Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in the NCAA Division I as a member of the Coastal Athletic Association. UNCW Athletics’ mission is to enrich the University through a commitment to developing leadership qualities among its student-athletes by providing opportunities that support and promote academic excellence, community engagement, and competitive success.

• Attend donor functions and maintain key relationships for the Seahawk Club.
• Assist in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding private support from donors and prospects. Attend athletics events, speaking engagements, and donor visits.
• Advise the Director of Athletics on all key issues for the Baseball Program.
• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of UNCW Athletics. Always act ethically. Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sports program.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
• Because of the nature of athletic schedules, the selected candidate may be required to work flexible hours to meet the various demands of the operation.
• Travel will be required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be highly dependable, flexible, and available to work evenings and weekends.
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with the public.
• Strong problem solving skills
• Work effectively as a team member.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

College/School Information

Work Hours

Varies

Work Days

Monday - Friday, occasional weekends for events

Hours Per Week

Varies per need of Athletic Director

Type of Position

Anticipated Hiring Range

$24,000 annually

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

07/14/2025

Job Closing Date

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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