Fayetteville State University
Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
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Fayetteville, NC
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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July 9th, 2026
PK
Edtech.com's Summary
Fayetteville State University is hiring a Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program. The coordinator works under the Office of College Access Programs' Director to implement goals, manage administrative tasks, coordinate with schools and agencies, and schedule staff to support low-income and first-generation students' access to postsecondary education. This position requires developing partnerships and overseeing program execution funded by non-state resources.
Highlights
- Coordinate and implement Educational Opportunity Centers program goals and administrative tasks.
- Develop partnerships with schools, community agencies, and military organizations.
- Manage staff schedules across multiple counties served by the program.
- Requires Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resource Development, Mathematics, Science, or related field.
- Requires 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in educational or student services settings.
- Knowledge of PK–16 educational pipeline, college access initiatives, EDGAR, OMB Uniform Guidance, and TRIO regulations.
- Skills in program development, organization, communication, leadership, and relationship building.
- Preferred experience in managing college access programs, grants, data analysis, and supervising staff.
- Position is full-time, exempt professional staff, time-limited, and contingent on non-state funding.
- Serves under College Access Programs department focusing on low-income and first-generation students' academic support.
Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program Full Description
Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
Position Information
Position Title: | Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
Working Title: | Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
Position Number: | 002077
Full-Time Or Part-Time: | Full Time
Time Limited Position: | Yes
Number of Vacancies: | 1
Department: | College Access Programs
Posting Number: | 0401860
SHRA/EHRA: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category: | Professional
Hiring Range: | Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization: | Fayetteville State University’s College Access Programs is designed to provide low-income/potential first-generation students (enrolled in grades 6-12) and low-income/first-generation college students with academic support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education.
Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) mission is to increase the number of adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions by providing academic advising and information on college admissions, financial literacy and financial aid.
Primary Purpose of the Position: | The coordinator reports and works under the supervision of the Director of the Office of College Access Programs. The coordinator assists the Director with implementation of the goals and objectives of Educational Opportunity Centers and assists with administrative responsibilities. The coordinator develops working arrangements with appropriate schools, community agencies, military agencies and other organizations. Coordinate staff schedules to the appropriate sites in the counties that are served.
This position is funded by non-state funding. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements: | Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resource Development, Mathematics, Science, or a related field. Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in an educational or student services setting.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: | Knowledge of the PK–16 educational pipeline and college access initiatives. Working knowledge of Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance, and TRIO regulations. Ability to develop and implement evidence-based programs that promote college access and student success. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities. Ability to build effective relationships with students, families, educational institutions, and community partners. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with professionalism, initiative, and integrity.
Preferred Qualifications: | Experience managing programs that support college access and success for low-income, first-generation, and underserved students Experience with TRIO, GEAR UP, or other federally or state-funded college access programs. Experience managing grants, including budget administration. Experience collaborating with university faculty, administrators, community organizations, and educational partners. Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data. Experience preparing reports for grant funders and other stakeholders. Experience hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
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: | Yes
Additional Information for Applicants: | All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
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) and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. 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/28905
Working Title: | Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
Position Number: | 002077
Full-Time Or Part-Time: | Full Time
Time Limited Position: | Yes
Number of Vacancies: | 1
Department: | College Access Programs
Posting Number: | 0401860
SHRA/EHRA: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category: | Professional
Hiring Range: | Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization: | Fayetteville State University’s College Access Programs is designed to provide low-income/potential first-generation students (enrolled in grades 6-12) and low-income/first-generation college students with academic support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education.
Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) mission is to increase the number of adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions by providing academic advising and information on college admissions, financial literacy and financial aid.
Primary Purpose of the Position: | The coordinator reports and works under the supervision of the Director of the Office of College Access Programs. The coordinator assists the Director with implementation of the goals and objectives of Educational Opportunity Centers and assists with administrative responsibilities. The coordinator develops working arrangements with appropriate schools, community agencies, military agencies and other organizations. Coordinate staff schedules to the appropriate sites in the counties that are served.
This position is funded by non-state funding. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements: | Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resource Development, Mathematics, Science, or a related field. Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in an educational or student services setting.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: | Knowledge of the PK–16 educational pipeline and college access initiatives. Working knowledge of Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance, and TRIO regulations. Ability to develop and implement evidence-based programs that promote college access and student success. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities. Ability to build effective relationships with students, families, educational institutions, and community partners. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with professionalism, initiative, and integrity.
Preferred Qualifications: | Experience managing programs that support college access and success for low-income, first-generation, and underserved students Experience with TRIO, GEAR UP, or other federally or state-funded college access programs. Experience managing grants, including budget administration. Experience collaborating with university faculty, administrators, community organizations, and educational partners. Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data. Experience preparing reports for grant funders and other stakeholders. Experience hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
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: | Yes
Additional Information for Applicants: | All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
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) and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. 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/28905
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- * If you answered yes to "Do you have a Masters Degree", what was your major?
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