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Thank you for your interest in a career at Appalachian State University. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, AppState offers a challenging academic environment, energetic campus life and breathtaking location. AppState combines the best attributes of a small liberal arts college with those of a large research university. At Appalachian State University, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the preferred qualifications in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the candidate for this or other roles. We appreciate your interest in joining our AppState Community.

Part of the University of North Carolina System, AppState offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees, and generous leave time. If you wish to apply for a position, please select the employee category you are interested in below – faculty, staff (all non-teaching positions) or temporary – for information and instructions on how to apply. Please Note: You must submit your application for each position for which you would like to be considered for by the closing date given on the posting. All applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date indicated.

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Contact Information

Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu

Executive Director of Access & Equity (ADA/504 Coordinator, EEO Officer, & Title IX Coordinator)
Office of Access & Equity
123 IG Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828-262-2144)
equalopportunity@appstate.edu

  • Disability Accommodation Information:
  • Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting the Office of Access & Equity: Equal Opportunity at 828-262-2144 or email equalopportunity@appstate.edu

  • Diversity & Inclusion at Appalachian:
  • We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally. We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all. We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

    Employment at AppState


  • Application Process & Assistance

  • Background Statement:
  • Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a criminal background check, to ensure a safe learning and work environment for our students, staff, and faculty.

  • Eligibility for Employment:
  • Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. Appalachian State University participates in E-Verify.

    Appalachian State University is committed to Equal Opportunity

    Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

    AA/EEO Plan
    EEOC Know Your Rights
    DOL: EEO is the Law (.pdf)

    Notices
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  • Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report
  • Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program Annual Report