Educator Licensure Navigator for Teacher Programs

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University in Greenville, NC seeks an Educator Licensure and Compliance Coordinator to lead licensure processing for the educator preparation program and ensure NC DPI compliance. This role interfaces with four colleges, overseeing end-to-end licensure and related regulatory requirements.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage complex records and multiple state reporting streams in a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of administrative experience in education or related fields.
• Experience in higher education or NC K-12 settings.
• Attention to detail and complex records management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, and office software.
• Experience applying detailed policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Licensure Processing and Recommendation (45%): Manage educator licensure processing and recommendations for four colleges within the Educator Preparation Program across 50+ licensure areas; verify candidate eligibility and application completion, complete out-of-state verification forms, and serve as the primary liaison with NCDPI on licensure applications and recommendations.
• Policy and Compliance (15%): Ensure compliance with NC State Board of Education and NCDPI licensure and program approval requirements; oversee admission processing, monitor policy changes, coordinate required state and federal reporting, and maintain audit/ accreditation documentation.
• Data Management and Reporting (15%): Provide licensure data reporting/analysis; maintain candidate/licensure information across systems; reconcile exam data; generate reports for licensure/completer data and external reporting.
• Communication and Resource Development (15%): Guidance on licensure requirements, testing, applications, reciprocity, credential verification; resolve inquiries; develop/licensure resources and seminars.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Coordination (10%): Support leadership with licensure initiatives, CEP coordination, reporting and decisions; collaborate with faculty/staff on licensure matters; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

East Carolina University in Greenville, NC seeks an Educator Licensure and Compliance Coordinator to lead licensure processing for the educator preparation program and ensure NC DPI compliance. This role interfaces with four colleges, overseeing end-to-end licensure and related regulatory requirements.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage complex records and multiple state reporting streams in a dynamic university setting.