Administrative and Staff Jobs


The University currently has the following job openings:

Counselor

North Carolina Wesleyan University seeks a motivated individual to serve as Counselor in our Student Affairs program. The Counselor provides basic mental health counseling to students and consultation to University administration regarding student mental health issues. This 10-month position (August to May) also conducts intake and crisis assessments, provides individual counseling sessions, serves on the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), and provides educational programs and materials for students as well as faculty and staff. Qualifications include Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field; minimum of three years counseling experience (experience with college students and/or young adults strongly preferred).

Anticipated start date: Open until filled

To Apply, Download a Staff Application form here >

Applications can be submitted email. Please send the following to North Carolina Wesleyan University:

  • A completed application form
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Names and phone numbers of 3 references

ATTN:

Dr. Jason Modlin
Dean of Students
jmodlin@ncwu.edu

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer.

Custodian / Housekeeper

North Carolina Wesleyan University, a four-year, Liberal Arts University located in Rocky Mount, NC, has immediate openings for full-time Housekeepers to work in our Facilities Department.

Summary
The Housekeeper cleans and keeps in an orderly condition facilities or locations on Campus or offsite facilities that are part of the Campus. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Facilities may identify other responsibilities of the position. The university runs criminal background reports on all potential new hires.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cleans offices, residents’ rooms, dorms, classrooms, schools, common areas, lavatories, halls, food service areas and any other areas that may require attention.
  • Sweeps, mops, scrubs, polishes floors and vacuums hallways, stairs and office space.
  • Cleans light fixtures, ceilings and vents, walls, mattresses, furniture, windows and window coverings.
  • Will be required to properly and safely use cleaning chemicals per manufacturer and Facilities standards.
  • Empties trash and garbage containers.
  • Replenishes supplies.
  • May shampoo and clean carpets or buff and polish floors which will require the use of mechanical equipment.
  • May change sheets and replenish linens.
  • May perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs.
  • May drive a golf cart or other vehicles.
  • Moves furniture and sets-up tables and chairs as needed
  • Notifies supervisor concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
  • Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
  • Reports all accidents and injuries within 24 hours
  • Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
  • Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
  • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
  • Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
  • Prior cleaning or custodian experience desired.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to learn and use established techniques for the efficient and compliant completion of duties.
  • Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
  • Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
  • Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
  • Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Adequate/reasonable oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well alone and in a team.
  • Ability to use all relevant electronic and communication devices.
  • Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.
  • Knowledge of proper and safe use of applicable custodial equipment.
  • Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
  • Appropriate maturity of judgment and behavior.
  • Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
  • Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity in light of Facilities time and attendance policy and operating hours.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
  • Must comply with any dress code requirements.
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
  • Significant walking or other means of mobility.
  • Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.

To Apply, Download a Staff Application form here >

Applications can be submitted email. Please send the following to North Carolina Wesleyan University:

  • A completed application form
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Names and phone numbers of 3 references

ATTN: Suzanne Brackett sbrackett@ncwu.edu or mail to:

North Carolina Wesleyan University
Attn: Human Resources
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer.

Groundskeeper

North Carolina Wesleyan University, a four-year, Liberal Arts University located in Rocky Mount, NC, has immediate openings for full-time Groundskeepers to work in our Facilities Department.

Summary
The Groundskeeper will landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Work typically consists of a variety of tasks; examples include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, and sweeping of parking lots and sidewalks. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Facilities may identify other responsibilities of the position.  The university runs criminal background reports on all potential new hires.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Mows lawns and trims grass around walks, flower beds and walls.
  • Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.
  • Removes damaged leaves, branches, and twigs using mowers, tractors and other hand and power tools.
  • Lays out and tends flower beds or other decorative vegetation.
  • Maintains and sharpens tools and makes minor repairs on equipment, as needed.
  • Plants, fertilizes, waters and uses herbicides and insecticides to maintain grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
  • Removes snow and ice from walks and driveways.
  • Spreads salt, picks up litter, rakes, bags and burns leaves.
  • Cleans drainage ditches and culverts.
  • Maintains driveways and parking lots.
  • Repairs fences, gates, walls, irrigation system, walks and outbuildings using carpentry, masonry and painting tools.
  • Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and grounds equipment.
  • May operate trucks and assorted power equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
  • Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
  • Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
  • Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
  • Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
  • Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
  • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
  • 1 to 2 years of related work experience.
  • Valid driver’s licenses
  • Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
  • Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
  • Ability to use all relevant electronic and communication devices.
  • Adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
  • Ability to effectively communicate policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by fellow employees.
  • Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.
  • Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
  • Maturity of judgment and behavior.
  • Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
  • Must comply with any dress code requirements.
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
  • Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity in light of Facilities time and attendance policy and operating hours.
  • Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.

To Apply, Download a Staff Application form here >

Applications can be submitted email. Please send the following to North Carolina Wesleyan University:

  • A completed application form
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Names and phone numbers of 3 references

ATTN: Suzanne Brackett sbrackett@ncwu.edu or mail to:

North Carolina Wesleyan University
Attn: Human Resources
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer.

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. Women, historically underrepresented minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.