Administrative Support Specialist

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The University of North Carolina TEACCH Autism program is system of university-based regional centers to serve autistic children, adolescents and adults and their families. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the program has an active clinical, teaching, and research program. TEACCH operates seven community regional clinics. Our clinics and programs offer a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the needs of autistic individuals, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. Also, part of TEACCH is the Carolina Living and Learning Center, a residential/vocational training facility for autistic adults as well as an Employment Services program providing Job Coaching and related services to adults on the spectrum.

TEACCH is currently part of the North Carolina Area Health Education Centers ( AHEC) program. All TEACCH programs are coordinated through a central administration and research unit in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

TEACCH provides clinical services such as diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, speech language therapy, occupational therapy and parent support groups. In addition, TEACCH conducts training within the state of North Carolina, nationally and internationally and provides consultation for teachers, residential care providers, and other professionals from a variety of disciplines.

TEACCH conducts clinical research focused on providing evidence-based care to autistic individuals and their families in their home communities. Our research examines intervention effectiveness in clinic, school, and community settings. Ongoing research includes a school-based anxiety intervention program, a community college-based transition to adulthood program, a telehealth program treating depression and anxiety in autistic adults, and a physical activity program for autistic adults. Studies also examine the services needs related to early intervention, employment and aging.

TEACCH has 48 full and part-time faculty, 150+ staff and provides training opportunities in both research and clinical activities for interns, postdocs and other graduate and undergraduate students.

This position is located at the TEACCH Administration & Research Building in Carrboro, NC.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide program/operational support for TEACCH and executive level support for the Director of Business and Operations, Director of Clinical Services, and Director of Training. This support includes but is not limited to:

The position is the primary point of contact for TEACCH, answering the main phone number and greeting visitors. This position involves a detailed knowledge of the TEACCH programs and services as well as knowledge of the staff and faculty in each unit. The position will independently answer routine questions and information requests regarding TEACCH and its services. The position is expected to determine when inquiry should be redirected to others and be able to clearly communicate the nature of these inquires as appropriate. The position is expected to resolve issues and problems or make recommendations regarding resolution of issues and problems as appropriate, often utilizing EPIC @UNC and applicable policies and procedures.

This position provides direct support to the Director of Business and Operations, the Director of Clinical Services for TEACCH, and the Director of Training, and includes scheduling appointments, creating correspondence, preparing meeting materials, preparing presentation slides and communicating with a wide variety of individuals within the University, the organization and outside entities or individuals on behalf of the Directors. This position will also support the Directors with special projects from creating workflows, to data entry and analysis, distributing reports, or compiling information from meetings into digestible information for distribution. This position works closely with the Executive Assistant providing support of the Executive Director's needs as requested.

Other program support includes logistics for internal events and meetings (coordinating dates, setting up/determining catering orders, coordinating space, either internal or outside of TEACCH) as well as logistic support for larger internal and external annual events such as the TEACCH retreat and conference.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.