FYE Specialist (2)

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public research university in Greensboro, NC is seeking a First Year Experience Specialist to support the academic transition of new students. The role involves teaching a transition seminar, collaborating on curriculum development, and facilitating engaging learning experiences. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree and have experience mentoring first-year college students. This is a full-time, permanent position with a focus on student success and retention strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience working with first-year college students.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach FYE 101 and develop course materials.
• Collaborate on curriculum design.
• Create FYE learning experiences for priority populations.
• Participate in university advising initiatives.

Skills

Engaging learning experience creation

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Course instruction

Education

Master’s degree in higher education or related field

Job description

Overview

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The mission of the Division of Student Success is to collaborate with the university community to deliver targeted, impactful services that enhance the recruitment, retention, and graduation of a diverse student population. Dedicated to fostering student success, the division provides leadership, guidance, and transitional support designed to equip students with the tools and resources they need from their first day on campus to the moment they receive their diploma, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the entire student lifecycle. This division includes the offices of University Advising, New Student Transitions & First Year Experience, Academic Support Programs, and Educational Opportunity Programs such as TRiO Student Support Services and McNair Scholars.

As part of the Division of Student Success, University Advising (UA) coordinates comprehensive academic advising and retention support for all undergraduate students. Advising plays a pivotal role in student success by providing guidance in course selection and academic planning and supporting students’ personal, educational, and professional goals. Departments and initiatives within University Advising include the Students First Office, Transfer Initiatives, Starfish EARLY Alert, Academic Appeals, and FYE 101.

The FYE 101 team coordinates first-year support through the delivery and instruction of FYE 101: Succeed at the G – a 3-credit hour, general education course (called MAC for Minerva Academic Curriculum) designed to help students successfully transition to academic and student life at UNCG. In FYE 101, students will learn to identify and use campus resources, develop goals and plans related to personal purpose and interests, and build connections with peers, faculty, and staff at the University.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of First Year Experience, the FYE Specialist works primarily with the FYE 101: Succeed at the G (new student transition seminar) course. FYE 101 is designed to help new students transition successfully to academic and student life at UNC Greensboro. It is included as a general education course option to fulfill the MAC Foundations competency requirement. As part of the FYE team, FYE specialists contribute to the instruction, curriculum development, and the design of initiatives that support the academic success and retention of UNCG’s first-year students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in higher education administration, college student personnel, student development, or a related field – completed by May 2025
• Minimum of 1 year experience supporting and working with first-year college students
• Ability to create engaging and interactive learning experiences, including (but not limited to) lesson plans, presentations, and workshops
• Experience working effectively with diverse student populations
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and effectively as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and teaching college-level courses, especially at the first-year level
• Experience working directly with first-year transition seminar courses, transition and retention programs, or mentoring/coaching in the college environment

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range Commensurate with education and experience

Org #-Department

Org #-Department University Advising - 10922

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/05/2025

For Best Consideration Date

For Best Consideration Date 06/19/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

FTE

FTE 1.000

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Permanent

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Number of Months per Year

Number of Months per Year 12

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Key Responsibilities

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 60%

Key Responsibility

Course Instruction

• Teach up to 4 sections of FYE 101 each fall and spring term.
• Develop section-specific syllabus, Canvas course site(s), and course materials where appropriate.
• Plan and lead FYE 101 lessons, discussions, and learning activities.
• Grade course assignments and assessments.
• Use the Starfish: EARLY ALERT platform to notify academic advisors and academic support professionals when students need additional support.
• Support assigned Peer Academic Leaders ( PAL ) in co-facilitating discussions and learning activities during class time.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 20%

Key Responsibility

Curriculum Design and Course Implementation

• Collaborate with the FYE 101 director on the development of course materials, assignments, Canvas shells, etc.
• Guide campus partners in the development classroom modules and presentations for integration into the FYE 101 course
• Assist with FYE course registration, assessment, marketing, and instructor and PAL recruitment as assigned

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10%

Key Responsibility

Priority Population Learning Experiences

• Work with the director and relevant academic partners to create FYE learning experiences that support priority populations (EX: Nursing Interest, Exploratory majors, Online students)
• Serve as the instructor for FYE courses restricted to students in target populations
• Implement high impact practices ( HIP ) and retention strategies in the classroom to engage first-year student

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10%

Key Responsibility

University Advising Programs and Initiatives

• Contribute to and participate in various first year experience or university advising initiatives – including, but not limited to, SOAR , NAV1GATE, Starfish: EARLY ALERT , MAC Foundations, midterm grades initiative
• Serve on committees and/or working groups focused on first-year retention and student success (e.g., MAC Foundations, HIPs, QEP Implementation, etc).

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - O, Hand Movement-Grasping - R, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - C, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O

Work Environment Inside - F

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Have you earned a Master’s degree in higher education administration or a related field?
  • Yes, I have already earned my Master’s degree.
  • No, I have not yet earned my Master’s degree.
  • I am in progress and will complete my Master’s degree by May 2025.
• Briefly describe your experience working with and supporting first-year college students, and particularly experience in a classroom setting.
• Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
• Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
  • UNCGjobsearch website
  • Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Other professional journal / website
  • NCWorks.gov
  • UNC school system job board
  • Personal Networking
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn