Next Step Adviser (2026 - 2027 Cohort)

North Carolina State University; Elizabethtown (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Employees

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Attend sporting events for free

Job summary

A prestigious university in North Carolina is seeking dedicated Advisers for a postsecondary access program to enhance high school students' enrollment in higher education. This role involves one-on-one advising, event organization, and collaboration with school staff, with a focus on helping underrepresented students. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership skills and a commitment to service, navigating both technology and community relationships effectively. This position offers valuable experience and benefits, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong commitment to service.
• Experience with youth and diverse populations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one admissions and financial aid advising.
• Organize group events for students and families.
• Establish relationships with school staff.
• Enhance visibility through outreach.
• Document and analyze interactions.
• Maintain expertise in admissions and financial aid.
• Report to program staff and high school supervisors.

Skills

Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills

Work well with youth and diverse populations

Collaborate effectively with others

Initiative, tact, and diplomacy

Serve independently and take initiative

A strong commitment to service

Navigate Google and Microsoft Office suite

Job description

$35,000 - 41,000 Salary (Exact Living Allowance dependent on grantor)

United States, North Carolina, Elizabethtown

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs ( DASA ) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.

NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here (You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

Advise NC at NC State is a postsecondary access program that aims to increase the post‑secondary enrollment for high school students across North Carolina. Advise NC at NC State recruits recent college graduates to serve as 'near peer' Next Step Advisers in high‑need high schools across the state. Our program is dedicated to closing the gap in post‑secondary attainment and ensuring all North Carolina students have access to pathways beyond high school.

AmeriCorps Next Step Advisers serve in a partner high school to increase the post‑secondary enrollment among all students.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one admissions and financial aid advising to any student or family seeking assistance
• Organize group events that encourage students and their families to consider, plan for, and apply to post‑secondary opportunities
• Establish productive and strategic relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers within the partner school
• Enhance visibility of the role through school and community outreach
• Document and analyze student interactions to assist in the assessment and long‑term sustainability of the program
• Maintain expertise in admissions and financial aid advising
• Report to NC State-based program staff, as well as a high school‑based onsite supervisors
• Participate in paid training during the summer and ongoing position‑related training throughout the program year
• Participate in ongoing personal professional development throughout the program year
• Commit to one academic year (11 months) of service with a preferred two‑year commitment if mutually agreed upon by the program staff and the Next Step Adviser.
• Must be able to relocate to the service area and be involved in the surrounding community

Is Time Limited: No

Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free
• Childcare discounts
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community

Required Skills

• Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills
• Work well with youth and diverse populations
• Collaborate effectively with others
• Initiative, tact, and diplomacy
• Serve independently and take initiative
• A strong commitment to service
• Navigate Google and Microsoft Office suite

Preferred Skills

• Previous work with youth or coursework around youth and education
• Previous work with diverse populations
• Previous leadership positions
• Previous involvement in a committed volunteer partnership

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday. Daily work hours follow the partner high school's expected schedule for faculty and staff.

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date: 12/18/2025

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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