Director of Graduate Programs

Posting Details

Position Information
Job Title
Director of Graduate Programs

Position Number
COE-Dir Grad Prog

Vacancy Open to
ECU Employees

Department
AAH College of Education

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COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Division
Academic Affairs

Classification Title
Director

Working Title
Director of Graduate Programs

Number of Vacancies
1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
N/A

Full Time or Part Time
Part Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Location (City)
Greenville

Position Type
Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category
Faculty (Teaching)

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The mission of the College of Education is to prepare and develop professionals in vocational teacher education and information/office education through effective teaching, the dissemination of knowledge, generation and application of research, and service to the educational business communities. The College is committed to the purpose of preparing educational and business professionals who are both academically and technically proficient. The teacher education programs share the additional purposes of preparing professional educators who are reflective in practice, committed to the intellectual empowerment of others, and guided by the larger democratic purposes of American education.

Job Duties


INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University.

The Director of Graduate Programs serves as a faculty liaison and strategic advisor to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Educator Preparation, providing specialized support for graduate program initiatives within the College of Education. This position assists with graduate program coordination, graduate program supports, and quality improvement efforts. The Director works collaboratively with department chairs, program faculty, the Graduate School, College Leadership, and university partners to support the Associate Dean and graduate programs.

Graduate Program Support

• Offer faculty perspective and recommendations to the Associate Dean on graduate program policies, procedures, needs, and supports
• Identify and contribute to implementing centralized supports such as advising and recruitment to enhance the growth, impact, and effectiveness of graduate programs
• Coordinate graduate assistantships and tuition support to align with Graduate School policies, strengthen COE program priorities and faculty productivity, and enhance student access and success
• Serve as faculty liaison for graduate program matters, facilitating communication between faculty and College administration
• Coordinate with the Associate Dean in the liaison role with the Graduate School
• Perform other duties as assigned that advance graduate programs and College initiatives

Graduate Program Quality and Innovation

• Support and facilitate graduate curriculum innovation, including the development and expansion of graduate programs, in alignment with the College and University mission, strategic plan, emerging trends, and workforce demands
• Support international graduate programs, off-model programs such as Global Teaching Partners, and other graduate program partnerships
• Assist with the coordination and facilitation of graduate program coordinator meetings to ensure collaboration and consistency across programs
• Contribute to graduate program accreditation and assessment initiatives including program feedback and employer and completer satisfaction

The selected candidate will retain their faculty status and receive an administrative stipend. Contingent upon availability of funding.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Current tenured graduate faculty member within the College of Education
• Previous experience serving as a graduate program coordinator or similar role
• Knowledge of graduate program administration, curriculum development, and assessment
• Demonstrated strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Experience with graduate program review and evaluation processes
• Knowledge of educator preparation advanced standards and advanced licensure requirements
• Experience with international programs, off-model programs, and/or partnerships

License or Certification Required by the Department

Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information online.

Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants much be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

• In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date
03/09/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins
03/24/2026

Rank Level
Professor, Associate Professor

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