HBCU STEM Leadership Director

North Carolina A&T State University; Provost; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Director of HBCU STEM Leadership to spearhead initiatives that foster leadership development in STEM at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This role involves managing projects, securing funding, and coordinating educational content to enhance program success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and grant writing, along with a passion for empowering the next generation of leaders in STEM. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to excellence and innovation in education, where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits

Vision and Dental Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Qualifications

• 5+ years in higher education or STEM project management.
• Experience in developing leadership programs for adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic initiatives for STEM leadership development.
• Manage projects and ensure alignment with NSF grant goals.

Skills

Project Management

Grant Writing

STEM Education Knowledge

Leadership Development

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Education or STEM

Doctorate in a related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Director of HBCU STEM Leadership, working closely with the PI, will oversee the development, coordination, and implementation of strategic initiatives for the Center for the Advancement of STEM Leadership ( CASL ) Education unit.

This role supports the leadership vision by managing projects, including the professional development series short courses and Leadership Academy, ensuring alignment with the goals of the National Science Foundation ( NSF ) grant.

The Director will also lead efforts in securing additional funding, recruiting program participants, and coordinating educational content across the Learning Management System ( LMS ).

With a strong focus on supporting HBCUs and STEM leadership, this position will ensure operational excellence and program success.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Director of HBCU STEM Leadership will serve as a key leader within the Center for the Advancement of STEM Leadership’s ( CASL ) Education Unit, housed at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T). CASL’s Education Unit is focused on fostering leadership development in STEM at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through various initiatives, professional development, and innovative educational programming.The grant is housed in the Honors College at NC A&T.

• Master’s degree in Education, STEM disciplines, Higher Education Administration, or a related field (required).
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously, particularly in educational settings.
  • Proven experience in grant writing, securing funding, and writing for publications to document program successes and findings.
  • In-depth knowledge of HBCUs and the challenges and opportunities in STEM leadership.
  • Experience in developing and overseeing leadership development programs tailored for adult learners, focusing on effective teaching methodologies and learner engagement strategies.
  • Working with teams and communications skills.

Years of Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in higher education, project management, or program development, ideally within STEM or related fields.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) in a related field (preferred).

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. Hybrid (Employees are working part-time in the office to perform job tasks that require on-campus engagement, and the remaining time at home)

Position Information

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 007586

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length 12/31/2028

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Honors College

Organizational Location

Organizational Location Provost/VC for Acad Aff

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Honors College

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA2602

Open Date

Open Date 03/17/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 05/17/2025

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 04/04/2025

Date Position Available

Date Position Available April 24, 2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have experience leading and facilitating presentations, workshops, or seminars for professional development? If so, please explain your experience and the topics you facilitated.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience working on projects with university faculty? If so, please provide one or two examples of your activities.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please indicate where you learned of this position:
  • North Carolina A&T State University website
  • University of North Carolina System website
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  • Indeed.com
  • Other
• If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position:

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
• Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
• Other Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Terminal Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Statement of Leadership and Management Philosophy

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