2025-2026 Presidential Scholar

About the Opportunity
The
Presidential Scholar program is a one-year full time rotational fellowship
awarded to three (3) graduates of a UNC System undergraduate baccalaureate
program. This program provides a wide range of exposure to the UNC System
Office including but not limited to communications, policy, data &
analytics, government relations, budgeting, system governance, academic and
student affairs. This position is ideal for new professionals who are
passionate about making equity-minded change to better serve their communities
through a variety of avenues. Scholars will be engaged in operational
functions, research higher education topics, serve as support staff to a
variety of councils/committees, and provide valuable insight on System Office
policy and initiatives.

This
position will work primarily on site. The UNC System Office is located in a
state-of-the-art high-rise office space in the Dillon Building which is located
in Raleigh's vibrant Warehouse District. Covered on-site downtown parking is
free to our employees. Employees will also have free access to a gym on site,
the benefit of being down the block from the Morgan Street Food Hall &
Market, as well as other local dining, arts, and shopping amenities.

This
position is eligible for optional housing as well as funds (up to $500) for
post-grad applications or tests.

To
be considered for this position, please provide a resume (2 pages max), cover
letter (2 pages max), unofficial copy of transcripts, and a short answer response (max 500
words) to one of the below prompts. Letter of recommendation is optional (2
max).

Short Answer Prompts (choose one):

• If
  you had the opportunity to develop a System wide initiative to support one
  of the five pillars of the UNC System Strategic Plan, what would it be and
  why?
• The
  North Carolina Constitution enshrines the right to an affordable public
  education for the people of the State free of expense, as far as
  practicable. In pursuit of this, the UNC system Strategic Goals focus on
  five pillars: Access, Affordability and Efficiency, Student Success, Economic
  Impact and Community Engagement, and Excellence and Diverse Institutions.
  Please pick two of these pillars and briefly explain what you think they
  mean and their importance.

About the UNC System Office

The UNC System Office includes the offices of
the President and other senior administrators of the multi-campus University of
North Carolina System. The UNC System is a treasured public institution
dedicated to serving the people of North Carolina through world-class teaching,
research, and community engagement. Today, nearly 250,000 students are enrolled
in our 16 universities across the state and at the NC School of Science and
Mathematics. System Office staff is responsible for executing the policies of the
UNC Board of Governors and providing University-wide leadership in the areas of
academic affairs, business and financial management, long-range planning,
student affairs, research, legal affairs, and government relations. The UNC
System Office also has administrative oversight of a number of University
affiliates, including PBS North Carolina, the North Carolina Arboretum, the NC
State Education Assistance Authority, and University of North Carolina Press.

About the Team
The President is the UNC System's chief
administrative and executive officer, with complete authority to manage the
affairs and execute the policies of the University, subject to the direction of
the Board of Governors. The work of the President and Board of Governors is
supported by a staff within the UNC System office. The Office of the Chief of
Staff falls within the immediate Office of the President and coordinates the
operations of the president's office and provides direct support to the
president in carrying out the day-to-day responsibilities in managing the
affairs of the University.

Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of
training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately
accredited institutions.

Required Competencies
Presidential Scholars must be a recipient of a
December 2024 or May 2025 baccalaureate degree from a constituent institution
within the University of North Carolina system.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

• Highly
  motivated self-starter
• Professional
  & conscientious team player
• Ability
  to simultaneously manage multiple time sensitive, unique projects
• Ability
  to provide valuable input to high level, cross-functional teams
• Embody
  professionalism and leadership skills
• Strong
  interpersonal communication skills

• Classification: University Program Associate
• Position Competency Level: Temporary
• Position Number: G0990029
• Employment Type: SHRA
• Appointment Type: Temporary
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Recruitment Salary Range: $18/hour
  w/ optional housing OR $24/hour w/o housing
• Location: Raleigh, NC USA
• Posting Open Date: 10/7/2024
• Posting Close Date: 12/1/2024 7:00 p.m. EST

Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) 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.

Human Resources Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: recruiter@northcarolina.edu.