Program Coordinator

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University’s TRIO Programs seeks a dedicated coordinator to support student advising, academic planning, and engagement activities across Talent Search initiatives. You will help students access resources, navigate college applications, and connect families with campus services.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience with education programs, and ability to travel on occasion. You will work with diverse students and collaborate with on-campus partners to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Science or equivalent field plus relevant professional training and/or experience.
• Experience in academic skill development, counseling and working with a variety of students.
• Database software proficiency.
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Word, Publisher and PowerPoint.
• Proficient knowledge in utilizing social media technology as a professional tool.
• Ability to work independently, handle ambiguity, manage multiple projects, schedules and deadlines, as well as possess good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to network with on campus constituents, targeted community members, and public school personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide program resources and services to ensure personal, vocational, and educational success
• Provide academic assistance to specified students in caseload
• Identify academic needs for each participant and address those needs
• Assist participants with the college application and financial aid process
• Coordinate and support academic programming for both Talent Search programs
• Ensure accuracy of each student’s academic progress
• Plan educational and personal growth activities for participants
• Coordinate activities to expose students to future career opportunities
• Visit all schools within assigned caseload
• Recruit program participants within target schools
• Maintain student’s academic records and files securely
• Assist with summer personnel hiring process (interviews, hiring decisions)
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities
• Ability to travel
• Work extended week day hours and weekends occasionally, approximately once a month

Skills

Database proficiency

MS Office

Social media proficiency

Independent work

Time management

Team coordination

Campus networking

Ambiguity handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Science or equivalent

Post-baccalaureate credentials

Job description

About the Department

The Division of Academic and 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.

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.

The TRIO Programs provide academic enrichment support to low-income, first-generation students. Collectively all programs serve students from middle school through college. The mission of the NC State programs is to provide equal access to quality education for participants who have academic potential to succeed in college and to encourage and motivate participants to enroll and graduate from college.

Wolfpack Perks and 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.

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

• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Responsibilities

Student Advising & Support Services

• Provide program resources and services to ensure personal, vocational, and educational success
• Provide academic assistance to specified students in caseload
• Identify academic needs for each participant and address those needs
• Assist participants with the college application and financial aid process

Academic Coordination & Monitoring

• Coordinate and support academic programming for both Talent Search programs
• Ensure accuracy of each student’s academic progress

Program Planning & Participant Engagement

• Plan educational and personal growth activities for participants
• Coordinate activities to expose students to future career opportunities
• Visit all schools within assigned caseload
• Recruit program participants within target schools

Data Management & Compliance

• Maintain student’s academic records and files securely

Staff Hiring, Training & Development

• Assist with summer personnel hiring process (interviews, hiring decisions)

Other Responsibilities

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities
• Ability to travel
• Work extended week day hours and weekends occasionally, approximately once a month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Other Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, Social Science or equivalent field plus relevant professional training and/or experience.
• Experience in academic skill development, counseling and working with a variety of students.
• Database software proficiency.
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Word, Publisher and PowerPoint.
• Proficient knowledge in utilizing social media technology as a professional tool.
• Ability to work independently, handle ambiguity, manage multiple projects, schedules and deadlines, as well as possess good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to network with on campus constituents, targeted community members, and public school personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Travel is required for this position. Valid Driver's License required at time of hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• NC DL within 60 days of hire.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Job Open Date 10/08/2026

Position Number 00007146

Position Type EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (some nights and weekends)

Department TRIO Programs

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.

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.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Anticipated Hiring Range $47,000 - $48,000