What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Goodnight Scholars Program position at North Carolina State University?
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG193964EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Assistant Director, Goodnight Scholars Program
Anticipated Hiring Range
$62,000 - $64,000
Work Schedule
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday; with occasional evening or weekend work required.
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
Goodnight Scholars Program
About the Department
The Goodnight Scholars Program began in 2008 with 25 scholars. Since that time, it has grown from a partial scholarship into a comprehensive, full-ride scholarship program designed to develop scholars into leaders within the STEM and Education fields. The program currently serves up to 350 undergraduates. In 2025 the Program will expand again and formally separate into two programs, one for freshmen applicants and one for transfer applicants, under a single Goodnight Scholarships office. The enrollment across both programs will grow from 350 to 580.
The Goodnight Scholars Program team is responsible for the selection of freshmen scholars and management of their progress from enrollment and matriculation through graduation. This includes financial aid and scholarship requirements, participation, academic eligibility and program completion. The Goodnight Scholars Program team is also responsible for developing and offering a wide variety of program activities for the scholars, including annual retreats for freshmen and seniors, a first- and second-year seminar, multiple professional, service and social events each week, and fall and spring break trips. We also coordinate outreach activities with a variety of campus, K-12, nonprofit and industry partners.
Essential Job Duties
Primary duties of the Assistant Director, Goodnight Scholars Program include, but are not limited to the following:
- Develop and manage all Goodnight Scholars student activities related to STEM outreach, including the STEM Coach program, annual LEGO Brick Build event, STEM outreach service trips, educational outreach service programming and tutoring.
- Select, train and advise 20 student STEM Coaches. These students lead STEM enrichment activities with K-12 youth, primarily in grades 3-8. This also includes identifying and developing STEM enrichment activities for the STEM Coaches to lead.
- Plan and implement the annual Goodnight Scholars LEGO Brick Build event for children from the Boys & Girls Clubs, including recruiting and training student volunteers, collaborating with campus and community partner organizations, and developing LEGO enrichment activities for the event.
- Develop and lead the annual spring break STEM outreach service trip, including advising student trip leaders, managing the trip selection process and coordinating trip details. A second STEM outreach service trip may be added based on student interest.
- Together with the Assistant Director who manages student programming, plan educational outreach service opportunities for current students.
- Develop and manage a peer tutoring program for current students.
- Serve as the primary liaison for all potential STEM outreach activities with community partners.
- Serve as an adviser for students in the Goodnight Scholars Program, a number which will double from the current 200 to 400.
- Develop, plan and lead student educational travel opportunities.
- Together with the program director and assistant directors, help develop the curriculum for, and teach, the GSP 250 and GSP 251 seminars.
Other Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and implementation of major program events.
- Assist with the first-year selection process.
- Assist with program outreach and recruitment.
- Represent the program on university committees and initiatives.
- Coordinate the organization and upkeep of the student lounge.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Must have a high degree of organization and an ability to manage time and multiple projects independently.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including current and potential students and family members, program and university staff, program donors, program alumni, and campus and community partners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience in a university setting, and prior event or program planning and student advising experience preferred.
- Experience with STEM outreach or STEM education with K-12 or college students preferred.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- A valid North Carolina driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of start date.
Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
02/13/2025
Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a resume and cover letter.
Position Details
Position Number
00111309
Position Type
EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
320801 - Goodnight Scholars Program
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State 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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State 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.
Salary : $62,000 - $64,000
