Academic Counselor

SOC Code 21-1012 - Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors Overview Position Overview Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is a historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, known as ‘The City of Medicine.’ NCCU fosters excellence and transformation and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance and professional growth. This opportunity is for an Academic Counselor in the Department of Nursing. Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Department of Nursing aims to meet manpower needs for quality health care locally, nationally, and globally through quality educational programs, research, 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, including 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 including data analysis with standard statistical methods, interpretation of results, and providing written summaries; ability to work independently and collaboratively. The advisor position requires a Master’s degree. A minimum of two years of work experience preferred. Licenses or Certification N/A Pre-Employment Requirements You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or NG23A form as applicable. 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 verification of identity and employment eligibility. Employee Benefits Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave Community Service Leave NC State Benefits NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending, Life Insurance 11-12 Paid Holidays TSERS – Teachers and State Employees Retirement System Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount Equal Opportunity Employer Consistent with North Carolina policy, NCCU is an equal opportunity employer. NCCU prohibits discrimination based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Other personnel matters will also be administered in accordance with this policy. Work Location Work Location Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station) Primary Responsibilities and Duties Interview and counsel students regarding admission procedures and academic requirements for the nursing degree program; take notes during interviews and provide feedback to the admissions committee; inform students about the nursing programs offered and answer related questions. Coordinate and refer students to departmental and university support services, including academic tutoring, financial aid, career planning, mentoring programs, and services for students with limited English proficiency. Identify diverse student needs, develop and maintain individualized action plans, implement retention strategies, and regularly review progress with students to adjust plans as needed. Develop and deliver presentations to classes, student organizations, and employers; provide career information and planning activities; organize programs such as career fairs and on-campus interviewing. Implement proactive advising strategies for veterans and at-risk students to support successful matriculation in the nursing program. Posting and Contact Information Posting Number: EPA03528P Open Date: 07/06/2026 | Close Date: 07/20/2026 | Open Until Filled: No Date Position Available: 08/03/2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr