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Director of Imagination Scholars

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You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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Posting Details

 Classification Information 

Classification Type  | EHRA

 Position Overview 

Primary Purpose of Position  | The Director of Imagination Scholars, a signature initiative of the Office of the Chancellor at North Carolina A&T State University designed to expand educational, professional, cultural, and global opportunities for talented first-generation students from rural communities and small towns.

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff, the Director is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, growth, and assessment of the Imagination Scholars Program. The Director leads a comprehensive four-year scholar experience encompassing recruitment and selection, academic and student success, mentorship, professional development, domestic and international experiences, internships, community impact, and alumni engagement.

The Director serves as the principal leader and institutional advocate for Imagination Scholars, building strategic relationships across the university and with corporations, foundations, alumni, government agencies, community organizations, international partners, and rural communities. The Director is responsible for ensuring that the program achieves measurable student outcomes, maintains strong fiscal and administrative practices, attracts external support, and develops into a sustainable and scalable model for expanding opportunity for students from rural communities.


Primary Function of Organizational Unit  | The Office of the Chancellor provides executive leadership for North Carolina A&T State University and is responsible for the overall administration, strategic direction, and advancement of the institution. As the University’s chief executive, the Chancellor represents NC A&T to its Board of Trustees, the University of North Carolina System, and external constituents, advancing the University’s mission as a public, land-grant, historically Black, doctoral research university and its aspiration to achieve Carnegie R1 status. Within the Office of the Chancellor, the Chief of Staff coordinates university-wide initiatives and supports a campus environment characterized by integrity, fairness, and professionalism. The Imagination Scholars program is administered within this unit.
Minimum Requirements  | Education• A master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, public administration, business administration, organizational leadership, education, or a related field is required from an accredited institution.
Experience• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, student success, program management, experiential education, scholarship administration, student affairs, or a related field.• Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex student programs and working collaboratively across academic and administrative units.• Experience coordinating student travel, internships, mentorship programs, study abroad, or other experiential learning opportunities is preferred.• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, tracking program outcomes, developing partnerships, and preparing reports for leadership.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education  | Education• A doctoral degree in higher education, education, organizational leadership, or a related discipline is preferred from an accredited institution.
Required License or Certification  |
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.  | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

 Position Information 

Working Title  | Director of Imagination Scholars
Position Number  | 007848
Recruitment Salary Range  | 86,000 to 92,000
FLSA  | Exempt
Appointment Type  | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track  | No
FTE  |
If Time Limited, Appointment Length  |
Organizational Division  | Chancellor
Organizational Location  | Chancellor
Organizational Unit  | Chancellor

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | EPA3218
Open Date  | 09/24/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search  |
Date Position Available  | November 1, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicant  | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.


Quick Link  | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41674

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