Posting Number PG195079TM
Position Number 48SM67
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
NC Chapel Hill partners with various college-access programs over the summer for rising high school seniors. The Program Assistants will help prepare, plan, and execute these initiatives to be successful. The programs include: NC-HCAP, Project Uplift, Uplift PLUS and TRiO Programs (Upward Bound and McNair) — all part of the Carolina Higher Education Opportunity Programs (CHEOP) Office.
Is Time Limited Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length now through end of July 2025
Job City & State Chapel Hill, NC
Department
Classification Title Temporary-Service Maintenance
Working Title UTS-Temporary Program Assistant at UNC Chapel Hill
Work Schedule 40 hours/week, typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (some evenings and weekends required, not to exceed 40 hours/week)
Other Work/Responsibilities
NC-HCAP Program Assistant
The NC Health Careers Access Program at UNC Chapel Hill envisions a society with equitable access to culturally competent health care across all demographics irrespective of geographic location (urban or rural) or socioeconomic status. Our mission is to increase the number of disadvantaged students matriculating into the health professions. The Program Assistant will have direct contact with high school and undergraduate students by providing program coordination and support for the Science Enrichment Preparation (S.E.P.) Program and the Student Leadership and Research Program (SLARP).
S.E.P. is an eight-week summer residential program for undergraduate pre-medical and pre-dental students. The program includes academic enrichment, clinical shadowing, test prep, etc. The Program Assistant will provide support with the planning and implementation for S.E.P.
In addition to supporting efforts with the S.E.P. Program, the selected candidate will serve as the lead planner for the Student Leadership and Research Program (SLARP). SLARP is a collaboration between UNC and the NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM). The selected candidate will work closely with the CHEOP Co-Director to plan and implement the SLARP Program. SLARP is a health professions exposure program for high school students enrolled at the NCSSM.
Finally, the selected candidate will serve as the lead planner for Health Careers Day On The Hill. Another exposure program for high school students that takes place in the Fall 2025 semester.
Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS Program Assistants
Project Uplift (PU) is a summer college-access program for rising high school seniors. Participants have an opportunity to experience campus life and learn about the college admissions process.
Uplift PLUS (UP) is an intensive two-week residential summer academic enrichment and college readiness program for Project Uplift participants. Participants engage in college application prep, leadership development, and experiential learning opportunities.
The Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS Program Assistants will support programmatic coordination and implementation efforts across both programs.
Minimum Experience/Education
Department Required Skills
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required? No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Anticipated Hiring Range $20.00 an hour
Job Open Date 04/17/2025
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/217436
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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