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Program Coordinator

NC Central University

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United States, North Carolina, Durham

1801 Fayetteville Street (Show on map)

Mar 21, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Position/Classification Title	Group Coordinator
Working Title	Program Coordinator
Position Number	817244
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range
EEO-1 Category	Professionals
SOC Code	25-9031 - Instructional Coordinators

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!	Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University ( NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development. The Division of Student Affairs aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off campus aspects of student life at NCCU, including student engagement and leadership; career services; student disability services; student leadership; residential life; student activities; student conduct; special programs and services; student health & counseling services and campus ministry.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Program Coordinator of the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity is a crucial resource for the development of student success on campus. The Program Coordinator shares the responsibilities for the daily operation of the Academic Opportunities for Student Success program, while providing leadership, mentoring, advising, and programming for students. This individual offers support and guidance to ensure academic and social success while promoting dialogue on matters related to college student development. The Program Coordinator is supervised by the Activity Coordinator of the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity and will assist in carrying out its long-term goals.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	* Excellent counseling, relationship building, and teamwork skills * Knowledge of student development and higher education philosophies and theories, specifically those pertaining to student success. * Excellent communication and organizational skills * Ability to work in fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions * Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed * Demonstrated superior customer service skills for both internal and external audiences * Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and knowledge of various social networking resources * Marketing skills with excellent public speaking/presentation skills
Minimum Education/Experience	MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social work, Organizational Leadership, or other related fields. Minimum of 18 months of experience working at the professional level with college students in a college setting. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social work, Organizational Leadership, or other related fields. Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working at the professional level with college students in a college setting. Cultural programming or higher education programming experience Marketing sills with excellent public speaking/presentation skills Research Training
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation	N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer	Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University ( NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function	Research
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.	Facilitate student research development, which includes selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student projects in collaboration with faculty/staff.

Function

Coordination - Work

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Establish programs and services to promote the success of Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity on campus, including mentoring, leadership development, academic skills enhancement, and individual tutoring services.
Coach and advise a roster of students using 'intrusive," hands-on techniques.
Serve as the primary or secondary advisor to at least one registered student organization that is affiliated with the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity, including but not limited to, Brothers of the MAC. These organizations are leadership structures led and organized by participants of the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity.
Provide individual and group counseling and advising pertaining to student's academic progress, personal and social concerns, major selection, and career guidance.
Maintain meticulous records of student interaction using EAB Navigate software.
Develop, administer, manager, and evaluate/assess the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity.

Function

Planning and Organizing Operations

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Collaborate with other campus offices including, but not limited to, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Athletics.
Submit regular reports of the progression of the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity to the Activity Coordinator and Data & Administrative Coordinator for Task Stream reporting.
Build partnerships with the local community to enhance the appreciation of students attending college.
Ability to work during the hours the Academic Opportunities for Student Success Activity is open, in addition to working non-traditional hours, frequent multiple evenings and weekends per month, as needed.
Assume responsibility for other special projects as assigned by the Activity Coordinator.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA03488P
Open Date	03/20/2026
Date desired for closing or initial review
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Date Position Available
Special Instructions to Applicants