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Applied Learning Operations Specialist (Pooled Position)

University of North Carolina Wilmington
$45,400 - $50,438
paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
Aug 18, 2025
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Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.
As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.
Recruitment Range $45,400 - $50,438
Vacancy Number S02711
Position Title University Program Associate
Working Title Applied Learning Operations Specialist (Pooled Position)
Competency Level Journey
Home Department CHHS - Dean's Office - 31500
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
This position is assigned to the Applied Learning Operations ( ALO) unit of the Academic Affairs Operations (AAOps) core service team within the College of Health & Human Services ( CHHS). The Applied Learning Operations unit for CHHS fosters collaborative, team-oriented partnerships with faculty, staff, and community partners, and identifies and implements policies and processes, using technology and problem-solving, to streamline applied learning experiences that adhere to designated program, University, and professional standards as needed.
College College of Health and Human Services - 315 College
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position

  • The position manages and implements the processes and procedures for the applied learning field placement of College of Health and Human Services students.
  • Creates and maintains databases and records and develops reports for the faculty and administrators overseeing field placements.
  • Reviews clinical/field/internship contracts and memoranda of understanding, providing recommendations to General Counsel, faculty coordinators, and the CHHS Dean's office.
  • Interacts and maintains positive, service-oriented relationships with a variety of campus constituents to resolve issues and implement processes.
  • Recommends and assists with implementing activities to meet goals and objectives.
  • Assists in establishing and implementing unit policies and procedures.
  • Creates and maintains documentation related to job-specific duties and standard operating procedures.
  • Stays up-to-date on software solutions for day-to-day operations, site onboarding needs, and stakeholder requests.
  • Assists faculty and students with onboarding process for clinical placements, including deadlines and communication of processes.


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

  • Experience in a College environment within a University.
  • Experience facilitating and supervising internships, clinical experiences, and field placements, and work with related policies and procedures.
  • Experience in a customer-focused position.
  • Experience in databases/learning management systems.
  • Ability to learn and utilize numerous software solutions.
  • Uses strong written and verbal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently to various audiences.
  • Ability to independently solve problems, prioritize, execute multiple projects simultaneously and de-escalate high-stress situations.
  • Ability to be team-oriented and adaptable.
  • Excellent attention to detail.

Required Certifications or licensure
N/A
FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year 12 Months
Work Days Monday - Friday
Work Hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Type of Position Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Position Number 8059
Job Posting Date 08/18/2025
Posting Close Date 08/28/2025
Number of Openings Multi-Positions
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37224
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