| Location | Elizabeth City, NC |
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Posting Summary
Position Number 6086-0000-0000-924 Classification Title Director of Educational Opportunity Center (OC) TRIO Working Title Director of EOC Division Student Affairs Department/Unit Student Affairs Section Student Affairs (section) Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development. The Division aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off campus aspects of student life at ECSU, including student engagement and leadership, career services, student disability services, residential life, student activities, community standards, special programs and services, student health and wellness, and counseling services.
The objective of the Educational Opportunity Center at Elizabeth City State University is to increase the number of low-income, first-generation adults who enroll in postsecondary institutions within seven counties in Northeastern North Carolina. These seven counties include Beaufort, Chowan, Hyde, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrell, and Washington.
Description of Work
The Director of EOC provides leadership and vision in administering a comprehensive range of services related to carrying out the goals and objectives of EOC Services funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The director reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Proven fiscal management skills and budgetary experience; Familiarity with college admissions and financial aid requirements; Public relations skills and advocate for disadvantaged students;Proven ability to gain the respect of the low-income and external constituent community.
Minimum Training and Experience
Master's degree required in Education, Public School Administration, Social Services, Guidance and Counseling, Education Administration, or related fields, and work experiences; Two years of experience as an administrator of federal grant funded or related programs, and experience designing, managing and implementing similar programs; Knowledge of and two years' experience working with low-income, first generation students from diverse backgrounds; Knowledge and/or experience working in a collegiate environment; Proven fiscal management skills and budgetary experience; Familiarity with college admissions and financial aid requirements; Public relations skills and advocate for disadvantaged students; Proven ability to gain the respect of the low-income and external constituent community; Preference given to individuals who have overcome similar academic, economic and cultural obstacles as the target population.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation Management Preferences
Preference given to individuals who have overcome similar academic, economic and cultural obstacles as the target population.
Position Recruitment Range Position Category Staff Position Status Permanent Full Time FLSA
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EHRA00622P Job Open Date 10/01/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
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. 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 and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City 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. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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