Assistant Director - McNair Program - Job at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Greensboro, NC

Assistant Director - McNair Program

Greensboro, NC

Posted 13 days ago

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Position Number	998841
Functional Title	Assistant Director - McNair Program
Position Type	Administration - Staff
Position Eclass	EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information	, located in the of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher and . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most in the state with , and members representing 90+ nationalities. With , in over , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for , with noted strengths in , and follow UNCG on , , and .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (UNCG-McNair) is designed to provide services to 25 promising First-Generation (FG), Low Income (LI) and Underrepresented (UNDERREP) students to assist them in building skills and motivation that will ensure success in education for advanced graduate study and beyond. The purpose of the McNair Program is to prepare eligible participants for doctoral studies through involvement in research. The UNCG-McNair Program will be a part of the Division of Student Success in Academic Affairs and integrated into the campus-at-large. The McNair Scholars Assistant Director coordinates and supervises all individualized services and project events designed to provide graduate school preparation and individual assistance to McNair Scholars and assists the Project Director in implementing designated areas of program administration.
Position Summary	The Assistant Director position provides support services to the McNair Scholars Program through organizing student travel, providing a summer research experience, and serving as an academic advisor to students in the program, as well as facilitating graduate school admissions and publicizing the work of the program. Employee will plan and participate in student events and college tours in NC and outside NC. This travel may require driving students in rental vehicles.
Minimum Qualifications	Candidates should possess a Master's degree in an academic discipline, a Doctorate is preferred. Academic disciplines preferred include but are not limited to: Natural and Applied Sciences and Social Sciences. Candidates should have at least two years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including budget management, supervision of others, and planning/implementation responsibilities for organizations or projects that are comparable to Federal TRIO programs or Student Services. Should have at least two years of experience working in a direct service capacity (teaching, counseling, academic advising, etc.) to students who are members of groups underrepresented in higher education and/or who are low-income, first-generation college students. Should have excellent organizational skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills: knowledge of research compliance and regulations including those associated with the study of human subjects, animal care and use, and ethical conduct of research. Demonstrated ability to conduct and organize events, workshops, or seminars and adjust planning in relation to other's actions or events. Knowledge of evidence-based best practices in higher education and have personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting students in the program's specified population; as well as a demonstrated intentional commitment to diversity and inclusion through the vehicle of educational access, opportunity, and best practices for program's student population.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates	NC Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range	Commensurate with education and experience
Org #-Department	TRiO Programs - 10912
Job Open Date	10/13/2023
For Best Consideration Date	10/27/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year	12
FLSA	Exempt

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has been and will continue to be committed to equality of employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, or age. Men, women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. EOE AA/M/F/D/V

Job Summary

Company

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Hours per Week

1.000

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

2+ years