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The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics has become a model of cutting-edge STEM education since its inception in 1980. The first school of its kind, NCSSM has a strong record of attracting faculty, staff and students who value the experience of learning in a vibrant, innovative community.
NCSSM fosters an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and supports community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Positions are administered in accordance with the provisions and requirements of the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) and are referred to as Subject to the Human Resources Act or SHRA positions. However, two categories of positions have been largely exempted from coverage under this Act. These positions are considered Exempt from the Human Resources Act or EHRA. They are Instructional positions and Senior Academic & Administrative Officer (SAAO) positions. Positions that are currently open for recruitment are listed below.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer.
How to Apply
External Applicants Apply Here.
Current employees of state agencies (not including the N.C. General Assembly or UNC System Schools) who have an NC employee Workday account, apply within the internal application portal.
For additional information or questions, please contact careers@ncssm.edu.
Go to NCSSM-Morganton Careers
SHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
EHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
Temporary Employment Opportunities — Durham
DIVISION: Student Life
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC Campus
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, part-time, FLSA Non-exempt
HOURLY RATE: $16.62/hour
WORK SCHEDULE: Appointment Period August 2026 – May 2027
Work 15-25 hours a week on average. Schedule may include Weekdays 3-8pm and/or Weekends Noon–5pm
Description Of Division
The Division of Student Life provides programs, services, and support for NCSSM. Areas in Student Life are: Counseling Services, Student Services, Campus Safety and Security, Residence Education, Housing, Dining, Physical Activity and Wellness, Student Health Services, Student Conduct, and the School Store. The Division of Student Life provides support for all non-academic needs of the 680 students in the Durham residential program (ex: housing, dining, counseling, medical). The division accepts the responsibility of “in loco parentis” for the students and serves as the caretaker/guardian for students while they reside on our campus. The division partners with other departments and divisions on campus as well as families to provide a balanced and holistic experience for NCSSM Students.
The mission of the NCSSM Physical Activity and Wellness Department is to provide a variety of activities that will reach all students and influence lifetime decisions and create a healthy lifestyle via our courses, programs, activities, and athletic programs.
NCSSM offers an interscholastic athletic program in the following sports for both men and women: soccer, basketball, tennis, cross-country, swimming and diving, track and field, cheerleading, and golf; baseball and wrestling for men; softball and volleyball for women.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience.
Description Of Duties:
Work 15-25 hours a week on average. Work schedule may include Weekdays 3-8pm and/or Weekends Noon-5 pm. The position would be off during school holidays, extended weekends and breaks, and over the summer.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
– Supervise Physical Education Center on weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends as necessary.
– Enforce rules of the PEC and complete rounds to ensure the safety of all participants in the building.
– Assist with Intramural programs supervision.
– Provide support for coaches, students and other employees while using the facility.
Varsity Game Administration:
– Collect money at game admission gates to include reconciling money and ticket sales for deposit.
– Assist with setting up and cleaning up after events.
– Assist with supervision of student campus service.
– Other duties as assigned by the Director of Physical Activity and Wellness and/or designee.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
Excellent customer service skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
How To Apply:
Submit resume to Terry Lynch, Vice Chancellor for Student Life at terry.lynch@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free on-campus parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium
Cafeteria on site
DEPARTMENT: Student Life/Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC Campus
POSTING DATE: 4/8/2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, Part-time, Non exempt
HOURLY RATE: $17 – $18/hour
WORK SCHEDULE: Anticipated Appointment Period August 2026 – May 2027. Some evening and weekend hours.
Description Of Duties:
This temporary position resides within the Division of Student Life and provides driving assistance for NCSSM students and programs. Responsibilities include being able to drive vehicles from a 10-passenger van to a 44-passenger bus safely to transport NCSSM students to various activities and events (ex: athletic practices and competitions, personal appointments). In particular, NCSSM Varsity Sports teams which may require some evening and weekend responsibilities.
This temporary position must comply with practices and standards laid out in the NCSSM vehicle regulation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
This position requires general knowledge of vehicles (ex: how to check oil, change a tire, put air in a tire).
Minimum Training And Experience Requirements:
Must have a valid CDL, Class B with passenger and school bus endorsement. Must be in good standing with the department of Motor Vehicles. Must be able to perform pre and post trip inspections. When applying, please list all employers for whom you have driven in a CDL capacity in the past five years.
How to Apply: Submit resume and list of employers for whom you have driven in a CDL capacity in the past five years to Greg Jarvis, Director of Physical Activities & Wellness, at jarvis@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM BENEFITS:
Free On-campus parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium
Cafeteria on site
About NCSSM
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.
Team NCSSM Benefits
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.
Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.
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The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics has become a model of cutting-edge STEM education since its inception in 1980. The first school of its kind, NCSSM has a strong record of attracting faculty, staff and students who value the experience of learning in a vibrant, innovative community.
NCSSM fosters an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and supports community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Positions are administered in accordance with the provisions and requirements of the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) and are referred to as Subject to the Human Resources Act or SHRA positions. However, two categories of positions have been largely exempted from coverage under this Act. These positions are considered Exempt from the Human Resources Act or EHRA. They are Instructional positions and Senior Academic & Administrative Officer (SAAO) positions. Positions that are currently open for recruitment are listed below.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer.
How to Apply
External Applicants Apply Here.
Current employees of state agencies (not including the N.C. General Assembly or UNC System Schools) who have an NC employee Workday account, apply within the internal application portal.
For additional information or questions, please contact careers@ncssm.edu.
Go to NCSSM-Morganton Careers
SHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
EHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
Temporary Employment Opportunities — Durham
DIVISION: Student Life
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC Campus
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, part-time, FLSA Non-exempt
HOURLY RATE: $16.62/hour
WORK SCHEDULE: Appointment Period August 2026 – May 2027
Work 15-25 hours a week on average. Schedule may include Weekdays 3-8pm and/or Weekends Noon–5pm
Description Of Division
The Division of Student Life provides programs, services, and support for NCSSM. Areas in Student Life are: Counseling Services, Student Services, Campus Safety and Security, Residence Education, Housing, Dining, Physical Activity and Wellness, Student Health Services, Student Conduct, and the School Store. The Division of Student Life provides support for all non-academic needs of the 680 students in the Durham residential program (ex: housing, dining, counseling, medical). The division accepts the responsibility of “in loco parentis” for the students and serves as the caretaker/guardian for students while they reside on our campus. The division partners with other departments and divisions on campus as well as families to provide a balanced and holistic experience for NCSSM Students.
The mission of the NCSSM Physical Activity and Wellness Department is to provide a variety of activities that will reach all students and influence lifetime decisions and create a healthy lifestyle via our courses, programs, activities, and athletic programs.
NCSSM offers an interscholastic athletic program in the following sports for both men and women: soccer, basketball, tennis, cross-country, swimming and diving, track and field, cheerleading, and golf; baseball and wrestling for men; softball and volleyball for women.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related experience.
Description Of Duties:
Work 15-25 hours a week on average. Work schedule may include Weekdays 3-8pm and/or Weekends Noon-5 pm. The position would be off during school holidays, extended weekends and breaks, and over the summer.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
– Supervise Physical Education Center on weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends as necessary.
– Enforce rules of the PEC and complete rounds to ensure the safety of all participants in the building.
– Assist with Intramural programs supervision.
– Provide support for coaches, students and other employees while using the facility.
Varsity Game Administration:
– Collect money at game admission gates to include reconciling money and ticket sales for deposit.
– Assist with setting up and cleaning up after events.
– Assist with supervision of student campus service.
– Other duties as assigned by the Director of Physical Activity and Wellness and/or designee.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
Excellent customer service skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
How To Apply:
Submit resume to Terry Lynch, Vice Chancellor for Student Life at terry.lynch@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free on-campus parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium
Cafeteria on site
DEPARTMENT: Student Life/Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC Campus
POSTING DATE: 4/8/2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, Part-time, Non exempt
HOURLY RATE: $17 – $18/hour
WORK SCHEDULE: Anticipated Appointment Period August 2026 – May 2027. Some evening and weekend hours.
Description Of Duties:
This temporary position resides within the Division of Student Life and provides driving assistance for NCSSM students and programs. Responsibilities include being able to drive vehicles from a 10-passenger van to a 44-passenger bus safely to transport NCSSM students to various activities and events (ex: athletic practices and competitions, personal appointments). In particular, NCSSM Varsity Sports teams which may require some evening and weekend responsibilities.
This temporary position must comply with practices and standards laid out in the NCSSM vehicle regulation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
This position requires general knowledge of vehicles (ex: how to check oil, change a tire, put air in a tire).
Minimum Training And Experience Requirements:
Must have a valid CDL, Class B with passenger and school bus endorsement. Must be in good standing with the department of Motor Vehicles. Must be able to perform pre and post trip inspections. When applying, please list all employers for whom you have driven in a CDL capacity in the past five years.
How to Apply: Submit resume and list of employers for whom you have driven in a CDL capacity in the past five years to Greg Jarvis, Director of Physical Activities & Wellness, at jarvis@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM BENEFITS:
Free On-campus parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium
Cafeteria on site
About NCSSM
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.
Team NCSSM Benefits
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.
Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.