Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Leave

Health Benefits

TSERS retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks a Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs to lead planning, coordination, and assessment of first‑year experiences. You will manage orientation logistics, recruit and train student leaders, and work with campus partners to create engaging transition programs for new students and their families.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Office of New Student Programs, data collection, and delivering organized, student‑centered experiences in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Two years of professional experience in orientation, student activities, enrollment management, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and assess new student orientation programs and transition initiatives.
• Assist with orientation registration, communications, logistics, and data collection.
• Collaborate with the Director, staff, student leaders, and university partners to deliver engaging, student-centered experiences.
• Recruit, train, and supervise student leaders and coordinate family engagement activities.

Skills

Orientation coordination

Event planning

Staff training

Stakeholder collaboration

Public speaking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Registration systems

CRM

Job description

Position Overview

Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs supports the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of programs that assist new students and their families in successfully transitioning to North Carolina A&T State University. The position coordinates key operational and programmatic components of new student orientation, transition programming, student‑leader recruitment and development, family engagement, and related first‑year initiatives.

The Coordinator assists with orientation registration and communications, program logistics, student‑leader training, campus partner coordination, and data collection. The position works collaboratively with the Director of Orientation and New Student Programs, departmental staff, student leaders, and university partners to deliver organized, engaging, and student‑centered transition experiences.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Office of New Student Programs is housed in the Division of Enrollment Management. New Student Programs strives to help new students make their transition to the university by familiarizing them with the campus and its resources, assisting in the development of skills necessary to make the adjustment to campus life and the Aggie community, increasing their confidence in their abilities to succeed, and instilling a positive outlook on their future as a student. In addition, New Student Programs works with parents (and families) to foster an environment of community support for students.

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… 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, creed, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional experience in orientation, student activities, student leadership, enrollment management, student success, higher education administration, event coordination, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, education, public administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating new student orientation, transition, retention, or first‑year programs.
• Experience recruiting, training, advising, or supervising student leaders.
• Experience coordinating large‑scale programs or events.
• Experience using student information, registration, communication, or customer relationship management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops and speak before large and unique audiences.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer‑service, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience collaborating with university departments and external partners.

Working Title

Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

Organizational Division

New Student Programs

Organizational Location

Assoc VP for Enrollment Mgmt

Organizational Unit

New Student Programs

Special Instructions to Applicant

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 Aff… on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits

• 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
• and more

Remote / Hybrid Work Arrangement

The role is primarily on‑site, with employees required to be in the office and over a critical job requirement. However, it 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.