Next Step Adviser (2026 - 2027 Cohort)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Employs

LEAD courses

Attend sporting events for free

Childcare discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State University is seeking AmeriCorps Next Step Advisers to recruit recent graduates for high school posts across North Carolina. You will provide admissions and financial aid advising to students and families, and organize events to promote college pathways.

You will build relationships with principals and counselors, document interactions for program evaluation, and maintain expertise in admissions advising. Relocation to the service area is required for an 11‑month term.

Qualifications

• Earned or will earn an associate degree between May 2019 and June 2026; candidates must have an associate degree within seven years of applying to serve as an adviser.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience with youth or education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one admissions and financial aid advising to students and families.
• Organize group events that encourage planning for postsecondary opportunities.
• Establish productive relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers at partner schools.
• Enhance visibility of the program through school and community outreach.
• Document and analyze student interactions to aid assessment and sustainability.
• Maintain expertise in admissions and financial aid advising.

Skills

Organization

Leadership

Communication

Youth engagement

Collaboration

Initiative

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Essential Job Duties

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 postsecondary 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.

• 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

Additional Details

• 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

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Job City & State

AmeriCorps Next Step advisers serve in rural North Carolina high schools located in Bladen, Chowan, Duplin, Franklin, Granville, Martin, Moore, Northampton, Pasquotank, Pitt, Pender, Perquimans, Washington and Wayne counties in North Carolina.

Department

Advise NC at NC State

Classification Title

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title

Next Step Adviser (2026 - 2027 Cohort)

Work Schedule

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

Minimum Experience / Education

Earned or will earn an associates degree between May 2019 and June 2026; Candidates must have received an associates degree within seven years of applying to serve as an adviser

Department 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 Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

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

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required?

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

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

Job Open Date

12/18/2025

EEO

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 (919) 515‑2135 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.

NC 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