Tech Pro - AA HSS

POSITION TITLE:  Tech Pro - AA HSS

COMPENSATION RANGE: 4,500.00 - 4,500.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Temporary

DEPARTMENT: History

TARGET HIRE DATE: 1/1/2026

BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/12/2026.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Regional Coordinator’s main role is to provide support to the Regional Coordinator in providing a quality contest experience for students and teachers. This individual will work during the period January 1st, 2026- May 29th, 2026. 

Job Duties:

• Contacting local schools to promote and elicit participation.
• Work with teachers and students throughout their research process during the regular contest season.
• Maintain a social media presence to promote the affiliate relationship to the State contest.
• Recruit judges and volunteers for the regional contest.
• Take photos of award recipients and their projects at the regional contest.
• Schedule the contest for the registered participants from the region.
• Form judging teams for the region.
• Communicate contest details to judges, teachers, and students in a timely and organized fashion for the region.
• Maintain communication with the State Office about regional updates.
• Volunteer at the State NHDC contest.
• Attend state NHDC events as needed.
• Attend the annual regional coordinator meetings: fall, spring.

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.A. in History
• Three (3) or more years teaching History in secondary or post-secondary setting
• Previous experience in history-related research and writing
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, detail-oriented organization, etc.

Contact and Application Deadline:

To apply submit a brief cover letter detailing interest in position and relevant background. 

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44%  of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college.  UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
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ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu. 

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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