Academic Counselor

Posting Details

Position Information
Position/Classification Title
Academic Advisor / Counselor

Working Title
Academic Counselor

Position Number
819936

FLSA
Exempt

Appointment Type
Time Limited - Full Time

Tenure Track
No

FTE
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

If time limited, duration date
09/30/2023

Department Hiring Range
$50,000

EEO-1 Category
Professionals

SOC Code
21-1012 - Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors

Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.


Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.


An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.

Employee Benefits


Pre-Employment Requirements:

* You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
* Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
* Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
* North Carolina Central 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.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Nursing emerges from the challenge to meet the manpower needs for quality health care locally, nationally, and globally. The role and scope of the Department of Nursing are reflected in the characteristics of selected learning environments and their ability to enhance individual productivity in a changing society. The Department of Nursing provides essential service to improve the quality of life for all people through quality educational program research and scholarly endeavors, and community service.

Primary Purpose of Position
The Academic Counselor will provide consistent advisement for all pre-nursing and nursing students and veterans . The employee will collaborate with the Director of Student Support Services and Senior Advisor for planning, coordinating, and evaluating Student Support Services. This includes recruitment, pre-admission tracking and advising, admissions, orientation, registration, financial aid, graduation and management of student information systems. This position will assist with formation and maintenance of policies related to student admissions and advisement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Commitment to diversity and inclusion in fulfillment of the university's mission; knowledgeable of university and pre-professional curriculum requirements; knowledgeable of advising practices and principles; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; excellent analytical skills that include analyzing data with standard statistical methods, interpreting the results, and providing written summary of data analyses, reasoned judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others.

Minimum Education/Experience
The advisor position requires a Master'sdegree. A minimum of two years of work experience preferred.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
N/A

Pre-Employment Requirement


Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

* Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
* Community Service Leave
* NC State - Health Benefits
* NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
* 11-12 Paid Holidays
* Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
* Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Campus Recreation Center Discount
* University Bookstore Discount and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Work Location
Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function
Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Interview, and counsel students regarding admission procedures and academic requirements for the nursing degree program. The advisor will speak with the student, takes notes on the interview and provide feedback to the admission committee on his or her impression of the student. In addition, the advisor will meet with students to give information about the various nursing programs we offer. During this interview the advisor will answer any questions the student will have about the nursing program.

Function
Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Coordinate and refer support services and programs within the department and university. The Advisor will connect students to appropriate services involving academic tutoring, financial aid and planning, career options, mentoring programs, and programs and activities specially designed for students with limited English proficiency.

Function
Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Identify the diverse needs of students who are striving to meet the program requirements; review and maintain individualized action plans to help each student achieve goals; implement appropriate retention strategies to support students' efforts. Continue to meet with the student to review his or her action plan to reassess the progress and determine whether another course of action will be needed.

Function
Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Develop and deliver presentations to classes, student organizations, and employers, as well as provide career information, planning programs, and career development activities to students on an individual or group basis to include: developing and promoting career programs such as career fairs, on campus interviewing programs, and job search.

Function
Administrative

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Implement and develop proactive strategies for veterans and at -risk students and implement general advising best practices. These strategies will aid in determining common educational barriers to student success and offer a method for overcoming these barriers. These practices will aid nursing students to better matriculate through the nursing program.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA03528P

Open Date
07/06/2026

Date desired for closing or initial review

Close Date
07/20/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Date Position Available
08/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants