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Department Honors-302200 Career Area Academic Administration Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 06/16/2026 Application Deadline 07/06/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Student Services Specialist - Advanced Salary Grade Equivalent NC08 / GN12 Working Title Senior Coordinator Position Number 20076890 Vacancy ID P021113 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional evenings & weekends.
Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $65,000 - $72,000 Pay Band Information
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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.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Distinguished Scholarships is located within Honors Carolina, the University's premier academic program for undergraduate students. Honors Carolina's mission is audacious and direct: to provide students a guided journey toward a purposeful life and successful career. We deliver on that promise with a roster of more than 200 specialized honors seminars offered each year, a roster of study abroad programs that ring the globe, and personalized academic advising that is interwoven with career coaching, The Office of Distinguished Scholarships is integral to this work. It embodies Honors Carolina's commitment to making life-defining academic opportunities available to the broadest possible cross section of both currently enrolled students and recent graduates.
Position Summary
This is a student-facing position that serves as the initial point of contact for students seeking information related to nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships. The position provides high-level guidance to students on award availability, eligibility criteria, application timelines, and selection processes. It has autonomy to select students for referral to more senior-level ODS staff (the executive director and part-time faculty director) for more specific, individualized support.
The position has primary responsibility for broadly publicizing the Office of Distinguished Scholarships, its services, and opportunities to current students and recent graduates. Excellent communication skills are required, as this position will routinely make classroom presentations; organize campus-wide information sessions; develop targeted programs for first generation students, transfer students, and military-affiliated students; and maintain close collaborative relationships with key campus partners, including various student clubs and associations, to the Morehead-Cain Foundation, the Robertson Scholars Program, the Chancellor's Sciences Scholars Program, and UNC Global Affairs.
This position supports the on-campus candidate selection process for awards that require institutional endorsement (such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, Goldwater, Fulbright, Boren, and Churchill Scholarships). This includes convening faculty-staff selection committees and organizing the in-person interviews that are integral to identifying the University's nominees.
The position creates and maintains a repository of student-centered resources, including handouts, tipsheets, award guides, how-to modules, and videos. It also maintains accurate records related to past award winners, comprehensive institutional award statistics, and comparative data on distinguished scholarship programs at peer institutions.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
Experience providing one-on-one advising to college students on national scholarships and fellowships or related university academic support experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Position/Schedule Requirements Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/320898
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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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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
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.
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