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The mission of the School of Graduate Studies is to provide graduate and professional education to students at North Carolina Central University which will prepare them for pursuing the doctoral degree, employment, and becoming entrepreneurs. The School of Graduate Studies will meet its mission through achievement of its primary goal, which is to offer graduate degree programs that conform to the highest standards required by respective accrediting agencies in NCCU’s pursuit of excellence.

The primary purpose of this position is to develop productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to plan and manage a successful admission process. This position will also lead in the implementation of projects that meet strategic services and provide highly effective data analysis to drive decisions supporting recruiting and admissions. Oversee all matters relating to the departmental review of applications, ensuring equal, fair, and timely consideration of all applicants. Sign off on all departmental recommendations for admission/rejection. Recruit a diverse, qualified and talented group of students to the university; assist with on-campus recruitment events, conveying information about the university and the admissions process to prospective students, traveling to graduate college fairs, conferences, and programs to recruit students to the university. Assist assigned graduate programs with recruitment strategies and implementation.

The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of recruitment strategies, including prospective student management; knowledge of the production process and project management; knowledge of current software used by university; such as: Banner, Admissions Pros, Certiphi, knowledge of web user interface issues and their resolution; knowledge of college admission setting with effective managerial, and human relations skills; ability to work effectively with students, peers and community organizations; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing; great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.

Master’s degree; or an equivalent combination of a Bachelor’s degree and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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 and sex offender background checks.
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.

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