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 Rocky Mount, NC.

Summary
The admissions counselor is an official representative of the university whose main function is to 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 regions; 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. This position requires extensive local travel.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet or exceed new student enrollment goals; contributing to overall department registered hour goals.
• Assist in creating and implementing programs, events, activities, communication, and strategies to recruit and retain students.
• Engage with lead-to-speed and high-touch candidate engagement strategies to convert individuals through the enrollment funnel.
• Respond to prospective students (email, telephone, referrals, letters, and personal contact) within 24 hours. Follow up with individuals to help guide them through the application process, utilizing speed-to-lead and high-touch engagement strategies.
• Strong knowledge of NCWU programs, admissions criteria and procedures, student, and career services. Communicate these services to prospective students.
• Apply transfer credit guidelines in the review and assessment of prospective students.
• Manage applicant files, make admission decisions, register students, and provide orientation.
• Conduct on and off-campus information sessions with prospective students.
• Serve as a candidate liaison for financial aid, the business office, and veteran services, providing basic information to candidates for each department.
• Report weekly admissions data including, but not limited to; inquiries, applicants, and new students to the Associate Dean
• Promotes APS at community colleges, churches, civic organizations, and businesses.
• Communicate a positive image of NCWU to the community.
• Develop, implement, and participate in recruiting/networking events in the local and surrounding communities.
• Continuous updating of personal knowledge on adult admissions and enrollment industry trends, best practices, and strategy.
• 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.
• Demonstrate integrity and uphold the values and mission of the College.
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with prospective students, community partners, etc.
• 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 recruiting events.
• 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

North Carolina Wesleyan University, a DIII liberal arts university located in Rocky Mount, NC, invites applications for the position of Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach.  This is a full-time, ten-month position.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to player development, recruiting, NCAA and USA South rules and regulations, compliance, administrative duties, assisting the Head Coach in the daily operations of the program which include, assisting with practices, game planning, and assisting with teaching skills and strategy of the game.  

Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum of two years of coaching or playing experience at the college level, ability to recruit and evaluate talent, strong organizational and public relations skills.  Other duties as assigned by Head Women’s Soccer Coach and Director of Athletics.

Submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:  

Aaron Denton
Director of Athletics
adenton@ncwu.edu

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal-opportunity employer.

North Carolina Wesleyan University, a DIII liberal arts university located in Rocky Mount, NC, invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach.  This is a full-time, ten-month position.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to player development, recruiting, NCAA and USA South rules and regulations, compliance, administrative duties, overseeing the daily operations of the program which include, administration, direction, supervision and leadership of NCAA Division III varsity women’s team.

Supervisor: Director of Athletics

Function: Administration, direction, supervision and leadership of NCAA Division III varsity women’s team.

1. Coach intercollegiate sport
2. Prepare, control, and operate within your sports budget.
3. Schedule competitive contests after approval of the Director of Athletics.
4. Recruit prospective student athletes.
5. Encourage and promote excellence in academics.
6. Order and coordinate athletic equipment for your sport.
7. Organize and conduct practice sessions.
8. Supervise assistant coach(es) and other auxiliary personnel.
9. Counsel and advise team members.
10. Engage in public relations activities and promote your sport in the local community.
11. Conduct your program within NCAA, USA South and NC Wesleyan policies and guidelines.
12. Contract and pay all officials through administrative assistant and Director of Athletics.
13. Provide SID office with all publicity material related to your sport.
14. Provide academic supervisor and Director of Athletics with all academic information on your team members as requested.
15. Conduct your program within the philosophy of intercollegiate athletics at NC Wesleyan as stated in the department manual.
16. Self-report any possible NCAA rules violation.
17. Participate in annual continuing education programs regarding NCAA rules as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
18. Realize that factors such as observance of NCAA rules, academic performance and health and safety of your student-athletes.
19. Miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
20. The recruitment of student athletes is central to program success. Each year specific recruitment goals will be determined in cooperation with the athletic director to assure that sufficient players are recruited to fill the team roster.
21. Academic oversight and monitoring of the academic performance for each student athlete is an important aspect of helping students to progress toward degree completion. Activities to support retention are an important part of position responsibilities. A yearly summary report will be made to the athletic director documenting retention initiatives and the retention data of the players.

Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum of two years of coaching or playing experience at the college level, ability to recruit and evaluate talent, strong organizational and public relations skills.  Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics.

Submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:  

Aaron Denton
Director of Athletics
adenton@ncwu.edu

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal-opportunity employer.

North Carolina Wesleyan University seeks a reliable service-oriented individual to manage library circulation operations at night Sunday through Thursday, to provide basic reference and technology assistance to users, and to help maintain a safe, secure, and positive environment in the library. Assists Circulation Supervisor in training and supervising part-time student assistants. Works at the Circulation Desk assisting patrons with circulation, reference, and technology questions and develops good relationships with library users. In collaboration with Campus Security, helps maintain a safe, secure, and positive environment in the library. The Night Supervisor works up to 25 hours per week, typically Sunday through Thursday nights from 7 p.m. to midnight, when school is in session, late August to early May.

Candidates for this position should have at least an associate degree or the equivalent of two years of college; an undergraduate degree is preferred. Computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to troubleshoot computer and printer problems. Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively with college students, faculty, library student assistants, and other staff. Ability to supervise others effectively. Good organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. The ability to climb stairs and handle some light lifting. Library experience and familiarity with library circulation functions and electronic resources including online databases, and supervisory experience are desirable.

This position will be available August 14, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To apply, please send a letter of application, resume, and list of references to:

Rachel Roy
Director of the Library
rroy@ncwu.edu

ncwu.edu/academics/library

EOE/AA

North Carolina Wesleyan university seeks a Vice President for Enrollment Management that reports to the President and is responsible for the overall supervision of enrollment services for the undergraduate, traditional program. The Vice President works collaboratively at the strategic level with the senior administration while providing vision, leadership, effective planning, program development, and budget oversight and is accountable for all student recruitment at the traditional, undergraduate level. The Vice President will lead and inspire a motivated team of individuals in the office of traditional admissions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as chief consultant to the President on traditional admissions and enrollment marketing.
• Work with campus constituencies on a process of strategic visioning resulting in a widely embraced plan for the University’s future for growth in student enrollment; and provide leadership for the execution of the plan.
• Submit recommendations to the President for the appointment, promotion, or dismissal of personnel.
• Coach, train and develop a team of passionate recruiters and enrollment specialists, while leading by example. 
• Design and implement a University Recruitment Plan and develop a comprehensive follow-up system to ensure quality assistance to students moving through the University’s admission process.
• Utilize current admissions, financial aid, marketing, and retention data and trends to guide enrollment planning.
• Work closely with the VP of Administration and the Financial Aid Director to develop, implement and maintain comprehensive financial aid services for students on the federal, state, institutional and private levels.
• Administer the day-to-day activities of the University’s recruitment, and admissions functions.
• Advise the President and Vice Presidents in matters related to enrollment trends.
• Provide leadership and direction to the enrollment management staff to carry out the strategic plan for enrollment growth and University awareness in the region.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An earned graduate degree required with a minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education administration as a Director or Associate VP of Enrollment. Experience with small, private, non-profit, church-affiliated institutions is preferred.
• Interest and ability to lead, supervise and manage staff, with demonstrated leadership and managerial skills is important for this opportunity.
• Familiarity of recruitment and retention strategies, and current student cultures.
• Highly desired experience in achieving a strong focus on successful partnerships with faculty, alumni, trustees, parents and students.
• Ability to exercise a collaborative style of management. Strong team building skills and the ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
• Experience with Jenzabar preferred.
• Highly developed skills in written and oral communication, human relations, and creative problem solving.