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College Access Program - Temporary Employment

🇺🇸 Fayetteville, NC 🕑 Temporary 💰 TBD 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ March 2nd, 2026

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Fayetteville State University is hiring for multiple temporary positions within the College Access Program. The roles involve providing academic support and coaching to middle and high school students, assisting with program administration and educational activities, and supporting various college preparatory initiatives aimed at increasing postsecondary education success for underrepresented students.

Highlights
  • Provide academic coaching and support to low-income and first-generation students through programs like GEAR UP and Trio initiatives.
  • Offer tutoring, mentoring, academic advising, career exploration, and college preparatory workshops.
  • Positions include Academic Coach, Program Assistant, Professional Tutor, Summer Resident Assistant, Summer Hall Director, and Research Assistant.
  • Support activities include student needs assessments, record management, parent support, and public relations.
  • Temporary part-time or full-time roles with multiple vacancies available.
  • Minimum qualification is high school graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge of administrative office functions and procedures is required, varying by position.
  • Compensation varies and is hourly, based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
  • Works with students, parents, educators, and community stakeholders in various local and national college access programs.
  • Subject to background check and Fayetteville State University’s equal employment opportunity policies inclusive of veterans and diverse backgrounds.

College Access Program - Temporary Employment Full Description

College Access Program - Temporary Employment
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This is a continuous recruitment pool for applicants interested in temporary employment with the Office of College Access Programs. Your applications will stay on file for one year.
 Position Information 
Position Title:  | College Access Program - Temporary Employment
Working Title:  | College Access Programs - Temporary Employment
Position Number:  | SHGRNT
Full-time or Part-time:  | Varies
Time Limited Position:  | Yes
Number of Vacancies:  | Multiple Vacancies
Department:  | Temporary Pools
Posting Number:  | 0402440
SHRA/EHRA:  | SHRA
Job Category:  | Temporary
Hiring Range:  | Varies/Hourly
Overall Position Competency:  | Temporary

Primary Purpose of the Organization:  | The Office of College Access Programs offer multiple programs that provide support for enhancing academic skills to help middle and high school students with achieving the goal of going to college by helping to prepare, apply, pay, and enroll in college. We provide a broad range of high-quality college preparatory services to support students, parents, and educators.

Each access program has a unique delivery model designed for expanding students learning environment to enhance their trajectory through middle school, high school, and institutions of higher education. The Office of Access & Student Success Programs comprise of the following local and national initiatives:

Gear UP The GEAR UP (GU) Program is a college preparatory program designed to significantly increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in post-secondary education. The program provides early college preparation and awareness services through tutoring, mentoring, academic advising/counseling, career/college exploration, academic workshops and other support services for students, educators and parents.  Trio Talent SearchThe Talent Search Program is a college preparatory program designed to provide academic support services to economically disadvantaged and/or first generation middle and high school students. The goal of Talent Search is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their postsecondary education. The program provides academic support services through career awareness, college workshops and field-trips, and financial aid counseling.
Trio Upward Bound
The Upward Bound (UB) Program is a college preparatory program designed to provide academic support services and educational opportunities to economically disadvantage and/or first-generation high school students. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound provides Saturday Academy classes, college preparatory workshops, tutoring, academic counseling/mentoring, cultural enrichment activities, and college campus tours.
Trio Upward Bound Math & Scienc
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The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) Program is designed to strengthen the math and science skills of participating students. The goal of UBMS is to help students recognize and develop their potential to excel in math and science and to encourage them to pursue postsecondary degrees in math and science, and ultimately careers in the math and science profession. UBMS provides Saturday Academy classes and summer programs with intensive math and science training; counseling and advisement; exposure to university faculty members who do research in mathematics and the sciences and participant-conduct scientific research under the guidance of faculty members or graduate students; education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students.
Trio Educational Opportunity CentersThe Educational Opportunity Center helps high school seniors as well as high school graduates and college dropouts to make career choices and set educational goals. The Program also helps high school dropouts to enroll in adult high school alternative educational programs. Participants must be at least 19 years of age and have an interest in pursuing a college degree. Services are available at No Cost to U.S. citizens who meet Federal eligibility requirements. Information concerning college admissions requirements and financial aid for college is provided, as well as assistance with the preparation of FAFSA applications.

Primary Purpose of the Position:  | Positions Needed:

Academic Coach The primary purpose of this position is to provide academic support and serve as a coach at a GEAR UP target school to improve academic mindsets and prepare low-income/first-generation students for postsecondary education. 50% Student Support Services. 30% Student Needs Assessment/Record Management. 10% Educational Activities-Plan. 5% Parent Support Activities. 5% Public Relations  Program Assistant Professional Tutor Summer Resident Assistant Summer Hall Director Research Assistant
FSU’s temporary pool provides temporary clerical, secretarial and technical support to departments for special projects, during periods of absence, or for work overload.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:  | Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge skills and abilities:  | Knowledge of Administrative office function and procedures.
Varies according to needs of the position
Preferred Qualifications:  |
Special Instructions to Applicants:  | This is a continuous recruitment pool for applicants interested in temporary employment with the Office of College Access Programs. Your applications will stay on file for one year.
Notice to Applicants:  | Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:  |
Open Until Filled:  | No
Other Information:  | If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement:  | This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).


Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement:  | Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Quick Link  | https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/26066
Supplemental Questions
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  2. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
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