About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.

Description of Work

CLOSING DATE: Thursday, November 5, 2026

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 12-months, SHRA, FLSA Non-exempt, 1.0 FTE

NCSSM and the Academic Programs Division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Description of Duties:

This position is the Office Manager for Academic Programs for NCSSM-Durham, and reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs. The position provides program management and analysis for the Academic Programs departments, administrative support to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs, and provides day-to-day leadership, consultation, and support to each dean, director, chair, and program assistant within each discipline. This position serves as the first point of contact for all customers in Durham, including students, staff, faculty, families, and vendors. Major functions of the positions are: Program Support to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Programs and all entities within Academic Programs, Budget, Advanced Placement Testing Coordination, Special Events Coordination, Administrative Support for Key Faculty Processes, Supervision of Part-time and/or Temporary Academic Programs staff, and other duties as assigned. Flexible/Hybrid work may be available.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $59,311 - $63,730

Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Team NCSSM Benefits

NCSSM remains atop list of best public high schools in America. NCSSM has once again been recognized as the best public high school in America in Niche.com’s new 2027 ranking of schools in the United States. This marks the fourth time in five years that NCSSM has earned the top spot nationally. More importantly for North Carolina citizens and students, this also marks the seventh year in a row that Niche.com has named NCSSM the top public high school in North Carolina. Read more.

Join our winning team! NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable. Leave is earned monthly and pro-rated for part-time employees and those working less than 12 months. Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on-site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria. Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union.

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM 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.

Please note: Only one application is accepted per candidate for each specific job posting.

If you have questions, please email careers@ncssm.edu.