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Employment at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University’s beautiful setting in the Blue Ridge Mountains is more than a location. It profoundly shapes how our community lives, works and learns together.

Boone embodies “college town” in the best sense — a place where people say hello on the street and a vibrant downtown is just a block from campus. This may be the career destination you’ve been looking for.

Join the faculty and staff at Appalachian

View open positions at App State, create online applications and apply for positions. Get started now.

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Why work at Appalachian State University?

At Appalachian, we believe in the power of community. This is evident in our mission, vision and values. Our commitment to sustainability shows in our classrooms, our operations and our community. This commitment to environmental preservation, as well as economic and social equity, means we are working toward a more just and sustainable future for all.

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Embracing Diversity of Thought, Belief and Community

At Appalachian, we are committed to fostering a community culture that is a microcosm of and responsive to the beliefs, identities, practices and values needed for constructive engagement in our increasingly global community. In this spirit of inclusion, we value diversity of thought, belief and community as essential to the interdisciplinary approach to education, as well as to the greater life experience.

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University Facts

Learn basic facts about App State, including location, enrollment, costs, sustainability, research, service-learning and more.

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What’s in App’s future?

We’re enhancing the Appalachian Experience — with a stronger physical infrastructure and five-year goals that further empower human potential. Get the full picture through a new, special website detailing our growth and change.

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Student employment

Are you an App student looking for a job on or off campus? Appalachian offers assistance in finding employment for students on campus, career development resources for those getting ready to graduate, and job fair opportunities for employers who are looking for critical thinkers and creative problem solvers. Find information and resources here.

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Finding your way to and around campus:

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About the area:

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Resources and Support:

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  • Professional Development and Employee Tuition Assistance
  • Perks and Discounts for Appalachian Employees
  • Relocation and Dual Career Assistance
  • Support for Families with Special Needs

Benefits

Find out about health insurance, types of leave, domestic partner benefits and more.

About our culture

  • Peterson’s recognizes App State as top-20 school for outdoor enthusiasts
  • Top 8 Renewable Energy Colleges You Didn’t Know About
  • Alumni survey highlights the value of a UNC System education
  • Strong military connections and support for student veterans
  • Campus sustainability efforts at Appalachian are a ‘win-win-win,’ garner Appalachian top rankings from AASHE and SIERRA magazine

Accolades for Boone, North Carolina

  • Southern Living’s “South’s Best College Towns”
  • National Geographic Adventure magazine’s “Best Places to Live and Play”
  • Outside magazine’s top 10 “Best Towns in America”
  • USA Today’s “10 Great Small Towns with Huge Backyards”
  • U.S. News & World Report’s “10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.”
  • Matador Network’s “25 Coolest Towns in America: 2018"
  • TripAdvisor’s “Hidden Gems: 13 U.S. Towns That Are Diamonds in the Rough”
  • Trips To Discover's "6 Most Charming Downtown Areas in North Carolina"

News and Events at Appalachian

Read Appalachian Today for stories on the people and programs that make up Appalachian’s campus culture.

Who is Yosef?

Yosef

The university mascot is Yosef, which is mountain talk for "yourself.” If you are an Appalachian graduate, fan or friend and have a heart filled with black and gold, you are Yosef.

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News

  • The tradition continues — App State celebrates a hybrid Founders Day
    The tradition continues — App State celebrates a hybrid Founders Day
    September 8, 2020

    App State’s third annual Founders Day commemorates a 121-year history. Ceremonies include Bell Ringers Society induction and ribbon cutting ceremony for two new residence halls.

  • An act of App State kindness: University Post Office staff assemble bike for first-year student
    An act of App State kindness: University Post Office staff assemble bike for first-year student
    August 26, 2020

    University Post Office staff members Tim Norris, Matt Story and Daniel Greer went above and beyond during Appalachian’s move-in week, when they assembled a bicycle for first-year student Madeline Ryan.

  • Welcome home — first App Builds a Home project is dedicated
    Welcome home — first App Builds a Home project is dedicated
    May 29, 2020

    A virtual dedication ceremony is scheduled for the inaugural App Builds a Home project, built in partnership with Watauga County Habitat for Humanity, and fundraising begins for the next home.

  • App State’s Food Resource Hub provides food and personal care items to Mountaineers in need, continues to operate despite global pandemic
    App State’s Food Resource Hub provides food and personal care items to Mountaineers in need, continues to operate despite global pandemic
    May 1, 2020

    App State’s Food Resource Hub provides food and personal care items for university students, faculty and staff in need. Despite the global pandemic, it remains an operational resource for the Appalachian community.

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