COSS County Administrative Assistant
- Employer
- NC State University
- Location
- Asheboro, NC
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
PG190899CE
Position Number:NC-00002083-0926
Position Type:NC Cooperative Extension
Job City & State:Asheboro, NC
Department :Randolph County Extension
Working Title:COSS County Administrative Assistant
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Job Type:Full-Time - Permanent
FTE:1.0
Essential Job Duties:The Administrative Assistant in this position will provide administrative support to the County Extension Director and other staff of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension – Randolph County Center.
Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community? NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state. We are a model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians. Working for NC State Extension allows you to teach without being tied to a classroom or school bell.
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina residents.
Randolph County is in the Central Piedmont of North Carolina. For Information about Randolph County visit https://www.randolphcountync.gov/
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
Although our employees are based in county offices across North Carolina, they enjoy the same benefits of being part of the NC State University community.
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Duties and Responsibilities:
The County Extension Administrative Assistant is a member of the staff of North Carolina Cooperative Extension. The primary responsibility is to provide administrative support to the County Extension Director and other staff as assigned. This includes, but is not limited to, budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring. The County Administrative Assistant cooperates with colleagues in NCCE and county leaders in performing assigned responsibilities.
This position requires a high level of financial accuracy, organization, accountability, confidentiality, and independent judgment. The successful candidate must be comfortable working with multiple budgets, financial systems, deadlines, and competing priorities while providing responsive customer service to Extension staff.
Duties include:
- Budget related activities, including purchasing, invoice processing, and taking payments
- Bookkeeping of multiple accounts and grants
- Maintenance of confidential personnel records
- Completion of NCCE and Randolph County mandated reports
The candidate must maintain a high level of trust, confidentiality, and a positive, professional attitude towards supportive team building.
This position will be responsible for supporting individual agent programs as assigned.
The Administrative Assistant will also answer phones, greet visitors to the office, respond to general information inquiries, assist Extension Volunteer Groups, and carry out other general office duties as assigned.
Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises:
N/A
Percent of Time Spent:N/A
Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key:Not Applicable
Work Schedule:8:00 am - 5 :00 pm, Monday through Friday
Minimum Experience/Education:Graduation from high school and two years of related experience; or graduation from a two-year secretarial science or business administration program and one year related experience
Department Required Skills:An extensive knowledge of computer applications is required, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Outlook.
Must have a willingness to learn new software programs necessary to perform essential duties.
Must be highly motivated, have strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask. The County Administrative Assistant should possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must have the ability to communicate financial policies and requirements clearly and professionally, as well as the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Must have effective time management skills and be able to prioritize tasks.
Must have a strong sense of fiscal responsibility and accountability for public funds. Ability to establish effective working relationships with County departments, University personnel, vendors, and Extension staff.
At least three years of experience in a finance and operations-type position. Preference for county government, higher education, Cooperative Extension, and other public-sector operations work experience.
Knowledge of county government, higher education, Cooperative Extension, or other public-sector operations.
Strong understanding of governmental budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable, and financial management.
Ability to manage and monitor multiple program budgets.
Proficiency with PCard reconciliation and expense management.
Familiarity with timekeeping systems.
Ability to learn and effectively use county and university financial, purchasing, and administrative systems.
Ability to support multiple professionals and programs in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to maintain organized electronic filing systems and financial records.
Human resources skills to assist with interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes.
Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required?:Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?:No
Physical Required?:No
Anticipated Hiring Range:$34,424- $42,422
Internal Transfer Only:No
Job Open Date:09/25/2026
Quick Link:https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/235190
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.
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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NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields.
Our 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).
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Our research doesn't just get published in a journal or sit on a shelf; it makes an impact. NC State is No. 6 nationwide in commercialization agreements based on university research, and we're No. 2 among universities without a medical school. Our Cooperative Extension Service provides research-based information to citizens in all 100 North Carolina counties. In addition, our industrial extension unit — Industry Expansion Solutions — has created an economic benefit for the state's manufacturers averaging $149 million per year since 2005.
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NC State’s 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. NC State students won two Goldwater scholarships, five Fulbright scholarships, one Churchill scholarship and a record-breaking 25 National Science Foundation graduate research fellowships in the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, 25 faculty are members of the National Academies.
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More than 130 years after its creation, NC State continues to make its founding purpose a reality. Every day, our career-ready graduates and world-leading faculty make the fruits of learning and discovery available to people across the state, throughout the nation and around the world.
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