North Carolina Wesleyan University is a four-year, Liberal Arts University located in Rocky Mount, NC. We are inviting applications for a full-time Admissions Counselor. The position will be located in Rocky Mount, NC.

Summary: Assist interested incoming Traditional Day students regarding the admissions process; assist in the development of institutional application and information materials; advising of prospective and current students on the admissions process; have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interface well with the public; assist with recruitment and admission efforts as assigned by the Director of Admissions.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruits students year-round with heavy travel during the fall; cultivates prospective students by coordinating private visits with high schools, and boarding schools, as well as college fairs, conferences and College Night programs. Communicate and maintain a positive rapport with guidance counselors and alums.
• Develop a territory plan to enroll prospective students as a part of the stated enrollment goals of North Carolina Wesleyan University.
• Interview prospective students and their parents, including appointments on weekends and evenings.
• Review and evaluate the credentials of applicants for admissions decisions.
• Correspond via telecounseling and email with prospective students and applicants from assigned territory.
• Responsible for reporting all territory travel information in a timely manner, including: collecting travel information (college fairs, private visits); sending confirmations out before deadlines; check requisitions (when applicable); making copies of travel itinerary available to the admissions staff. Responsible for the evaluation of college fairs and private visits in order to assess for future travel planning.
• Assist the Director of Admissions in seasonal efforts as part of a divisional effort to include on and off-campus events and telemarketing programs.
• Provide a written weekly travel report of activities that include visits made, fairs attended, number of students contacted, professional contacts and phone calls made to prospects and applicants.
• Provide a monthly benchmark report to the Director of Admissions.
• Develop a year-end report of all recruitment territory evaluations.
• Assist the Director of Admissions to reach and/or surpass divisional enrollment goals.
• Demonstrate integrity and uphold the values and mission of the University.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Excellent public relations and organizational skills, problem-solving, communication and counseling skills, and computer literate
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Valid driver’s license and stamina for travel responsibilities

Applications can be submitted through North Carolina Wesleyan University website to download a Staff Application form. Please send a completed application form, cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of 3 references to North Carolina Wesleyan University.  The anticipated start date will be January 2, 2024.

Attention:

Paige Wells
PWells@ncwc.edu

Admissions Counselor – Goldsboro, Adult & Professional Program

North Carolina Wesleyan University is a four-year, Liberal Arts University located in Rocky Mount, NC. We are inviting applications for a full-time Admissions Counselor for our Adult & Professional Studies Department. The position will be located in Goldsboro, NC.

Summary:  Recruit and counsel incoming adult students regarding the admissions process; assist in the development of institutional application and information materials; coordinate and execute recruiting activities in a specific geographic region; have strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interface well with the public; assist with recruitment and admission efforts as assigned by the administration.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Admissions:

• Respond to inquiries (email, telephone, referrals, letters, and personal contact) within 24 hours. Follow up with inquiries to help guide them through the application process.
• Manage system processes and admissions communication processes.
• Counsel students on undergraduate and graduate admissions procedures, collect and track all application paperwork.
• Ensure official documentation sent to the Registrar’s office is complete and free of errors.
• Apply transfer credit guidelines in review and assessment of prospective students.
• Manage applicant files, make admission decisions, register students and provide orientation.
• Conduct on and off-campus interviews with prospective students.
• Report weekly inquiries, applicants, and new students to administration.
• Promotes APS at community colleges, churches, civic organizations, and businesses.
• Communicate a positive image of APS to the community.
• Develop, implement, and participate in recruiting/networking events in the local and surrounding communities. 

Other:

• Assist administration with various admissions and operational projects, as assigned.
• Participate in team training, meetings, etc.
• Travel in local/neighboring communities and to NCWU locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Prior experience in a non-traditional higher education environment is highly desirable.
• Prior sales experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Computer literacy with experience using Jenzabar is preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends as required for education fairs.
• Excellent organizational skills with an attention to detail.
• A reliable personal vehicle that can be used for work travel (mileage reimbursement provided).

To apply please to go the North Carolina Wesleyan University website to download a Staff Application form. Please send completed application form, cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of 3 references to North Carolina Wesleyan University.

ATTN: Joy Smallwood
jsmallwood@ncwu.edu

No phone calls

Coordinator of Academic Support Services

North Carolina Wesleyan University, a four-year, liberal arts university located in Rocky Mount, NC is inviting applications for a Coordinator of Academic Support Services. This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Student Success.  Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled or closed.

Summary:
Coordinates and provides academic support functions for students, including peer & professional tutoring, online tutoring, and supplemental instruction; selects, trains, schedules, and supervises student workers/tutors; maintains communication with academic departments regarding course content and need for supplemental instruction. Serve as the advisor for an assigned group of first year students with a focus on working with international students. Complete training as a Designated School Official (DSO) and work with International Student Services to complete paperwork for incoming international students who need an F1 visa. Coordinate WesWay Orientation programming for first-year students.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates a comprehensive offering of tutoring, supplemental instruction, online tutoring, group study sessions, and other academic support options for students, representing a diverse array of courses and levels
• Selects, trains, schedules, and supervises student workers/tutors to serve students in their academic pursuits; communicates with academic departments regarding course content, student tutor referrals, and other relevant information.
• Reports, tracks, and assesses the effectiveness of the academic support programs;
• Serves as an academic advisor for approximately 60 first year students.
  • Teach COL 103 (Wesleyan Transition) sections for the assigned group of advisees

• Leads the Orientation Committee.
  • Design and implement the WES 101 Orientation Course.
  • Design, schedule, and facilitate the summer WesWay Days and WesWay Weekend with the guidance of the Orientation Committee and Director of Student Success.

• Collaborates with ISS to provide guidance to freshmen on federal regulations concerning F-1 visa students.
• Maintains Designated School Official (DSO) training, as provided by the Director of International Student Services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred. Bachelor’s degree with experience may be considered.
• Experience working with advising and academic support services for college students.
• Experience working with diverse constituencies of students including international F-1 visa students, first-generation, and BiPOC students would be a significant plus.
• Organizational skills, program management, and the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and other college constituents.

Applicants should submit via email a cover letter detailing interest in the position, a completed Staff Application form, resume, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.

Application materials should be sent, as a single PDF, to:

Taylor Stone
Director of Student Success
North Carolina Wesleyan University
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

tstone@ncwu.edu

North Carolina Wesleyan University seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented professional librarian to work part-time, as part of a team providing reference service and instruction for NC Wesleyan students, faculty, and staff. The part-time Reference Librarian will work about 20 hours per week from August to May when school is in session. This librarian helps provide reference services for students and faculty both in-person and online and also helps students to find, critically evaluate, and ethically use information sources. This librarian will also help with other projects as needed. The schedule includes night and weekend hours.

Qualifications:
Master’s degree in library or information science. Knowledge of reference resources and techniques. Knowledge of computers including knowledge of the full Microsoft Office Suite. Comprehensive knowledge of reference sources and online searching. Academic library experience including experience teaching general and specialized information literacy skills is preferred.

A strong commitment to public service and the provision of exceptional service. Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent teaching/presentation skills. The ability to communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with others to achieve common goals. The ability to work in a team approach to the provision of reference/information services and to work independently with little supervision. Patience and flexibility in handling people, technology, and problems. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

This librarian will work a flexible schedule; approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends, from mid-August until the end of May when school is in session.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send a letter of application, résumé, and list of three references to:

Rachel Roy
Director of the Library
North Carolina Wesleyan University
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC  27804

rroy@ncwu.edu

https://ncwu.edu/academics/library/