Associate Vice Chancellor for Military Affairs

North Carolina Central University

North Carolina Central University

Posted on May 28, 2026
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Associate Vice Chancellor for Military Affairs

Posting Details

Position Information
Position/Classification Title Special Assistant to the Chancellor
Working Title Associate Vice Chancellor for Military Affairs
Position Number 617504
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track No
FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.
EEO-1 Category Officials & Managers
SOC Code 27-3031 - Public Relations Specialists
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.
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Employee Benefits
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.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Central University, with a strong tradition of teaching, research, and service, prepares students to become global leaders and practitioners who transform communities. Through a nationally recognized law school, highly acclaimed and innovative programs in the visual and performing arts, sciences, business, humanities, and education programs, NCCU students are engaged problem solvers. Located in the Research Triangle, the University advances research in the biotechnological, biomedical, informational, computational, behavioral, social, and health sciences. Our students enhance the quality of life of citizens and the economic development of North Carolina, the nation, and the world.
Primary Purpose of Position
North Carolina Central University seeks a strategic, collaborative, and results-driven leader to serve as Associate Vice Chancellor for Military Affairs. This senior-level position provides executive leadership to advance military-affiliated student success, expand Department of Defense (DoD) research and partnership opportunities, and serve as the Chancellor’s principal advisor on military affairs and related strategic initiatives.

The Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) will align institutional priorities with federal, state, and military partners to strengthen NCCU’s role as a leading HBCU serving military-connected students while enhancing research capacity and career pathways aligned with national defense and workforce needs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Core Competencies:
  • Strategic leadership and vision
  • Relationship building and external engagement
  • Policy analysis and advisory expertise
  • Results orientation and accountability
  • Cultural competence and commitment to inclusive excellence
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Master’s degree required; terminal degree preferred.
  • At least 7–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, military affairs, federal partnerships, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience working with military-connected populations or defense-related organizations.
  • Proven track record in partnership development, strategic planning, and program implementation.
  • Strong understanding of federal funding processes, particularly DoD grants and cooperative agreements.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior military service or extensive experience working with military institutions.
  • Experience at a public research university or HBCU.
  • Demonstrated success securing federal research funding.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and institutional initiatives.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Pre-Employment Requirement
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.
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 Student Success Leadership (Military-Affiliated Students)
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to support recruitment, retention, persistence, and graduation of military-affiliated students (active duty, veterans, reservists, National Guard, and dependents).
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive engagement strategy with all military installations, defense industry business, veteran affairs medical centers and community-based outpatient clinics, and veteran treatment courts in North Carolina
  • Oversee career readiness and workforce alignment initiatives tailored to military-affiliated students, including credential translation, employer engagement, and internships.
  • Collaborate with Enrollment Management, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Transformational Engagement and University Advancement to ensure integrated student support services.
  • Establish measurable outcomes and assessment frameworks to track impact and continuous improvement.
  • Work closely with the Durham Public Schools Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program to support recruitment efforts and NCCU ROTC program
  • Collaborate with the UNC System Office and North Carolina State Approving on military and veterans’ issues
Function Oversight of Career Programs for Military-Affiliated Students
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Provide executive oversight of career programs specifically designed for military-connected students.
  • Strengthen partnerships with federal agencies, defense contractors, corporate partners, and nonprofit organizations to expand employment pipelines.
  • Develop employer advisory councils and signature career events that highlight NCCU’s military-affiliated talent.
  • Align programs with workforce demands in cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, health sciences, data analytics, engineering, and related fields.
Function DoD Research Development & Relationship Expansion
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Lead institutional strategy to increase Department of Defense research funding and sponsored program opportunities.
  • Coordinate with federal affairs, state affairs, and research to align on issues affecting higher education, military, research, and federal funding opportunities
  • Work closely with the Veterans Affairs, NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, NC Department of Public Safety, and NC Department of Commerce to position NCCU as the best partner to the state’s military and veteran community
  • Partner with the Office of Sponsored Research, Deans, and faculty to identify, pursue, and secure DoD research grants and cooperative agreements.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with DoD agencies, laboratories, and program officers.
  • Identify opportunities for research collaborations, workforce development grants, and innovation partnerships that elevate NCCU’s national profile.
  • Serve as institutional liaison to defense-focused consortia and research networks.
  • Serve as a liaison between the University and military and veteran stakeholders, including base leaders, NC House Standing Committee on Homeland Security and Military and Veterans Affairs, Military Affairs Commission, Veterans Affairs Commission
  • Develop, coordinate, and sustain community engagement initiatives that strengthen a comprehensive military and veteran ecosystem aligned with the university’s strategic priorities. This includes planning and executing events that connect service members, veterans, families, community partners, employers, and campus stakeholders; enhancing student support, retention, and career outcomes; fostering partnerships with military installations and external organizations; and elevating the institution’s visibility and impact as a military- and veteran-supportive university.
Function ROTC Program Support & Oversight
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Provide executive-level support and coordination for NCCU’s ROTC program(s).
  • Serve as the University’s primary liaison to military branch leadership overseeing ROTC operations.
  • Ensure program alignment with institutional policies, student success initiatives, and campus engagement goals.
  • Support recruitment efforts, scholarship development, and program visibility across campus and in the community.
Function Advisor to Senior Leadership on Military Affairs
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Serve as the Chancellor’s senior advisor on all matters related to military affairs, veterans’ education, defense partnerships, and related policy issues.
  • Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership regarding emerging federal policy, funding trends, and military engagement opportunities.
  • Represent NCCU at regional and national convenings focused on military-connected education and defense research.
  • Develop and advance strategic partnerships that enhance NCCU’s reputation as a premier HBCU partner to the defense and military community.
Function Leadership & Strategic Impact
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Position NCCU as a leading institution for military-affiliated student success among HBCUs and peer institutions.
  • Expand external funding and partnership opportunities tied to national defense and workforce development.
  • Strengthen NCCU’s visibility and competitiveness within DoD-sponsored research ecosystems.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and mission alignment.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EPA03517P
Open Date 05/27/2026
Date desired for closing or initial review
Close Date 05/31/2026
Open Until Filled No
Date Position Available
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
Optional Documents
  1. Writing Sample
  2. Other Document
  3. DD-214 (Veterans Only)
  4. Multimedia File
  5. Letter of Recommendation 1
  6. Letter of Recommendation 2
  7. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
  8. Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Supplemental Questions

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