Job Information
North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State Unive Pre-Professional Scholars Program Director in Greensboro, North Carolina
Description:
The Pre-Professional Scholar Director serves as an information hub for faculty, staff and students; works with N.C. A&T faculty to enhance classroom experiences; and partners with local community organizations to increase students’ awareness of career options.
The PPSP engages more than 400 students (current and post-graduate) each year through an annual Student Professional Development Conference, serves as advisors to four campus student organizations ( MAPS , NBLSA , PAD and USNDA ), and hosts entrance examination preparation classes including the MCAT , DAT , LSAT and GRE .
Students apply to various programs including, but not limited to medical, veterinary, dental, physical therapy, physician assistant, nursing, pharmacy and other health professions schools, law school; and graduate school.
The PPO also works with numerous stakeholders including faculty, local, national, and international degree-granting institutions, and professionals to develop and maintain unique partnerships and pathway programs to provide early access to, and preparedness for professional and graduate school and the workforce.
The PPSP staff manages 12 formal pathway programs (3 medical, 1 dental, 2 law, 1 graduate, and 5 allied health), 3 formal mentoring programs, and 1 summer program.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Pre-Professional Scholars Program ( PPSP ) is to serve as a comprehensive, institutionally supported unit that enhances the educational and professional development of undergraduates, graduate students and post-graduates interested in all areas of Healthcare, Veterinary Medicine, Law and Research.
The overarching goals of PPSP are (1) to create pathways to professional and graduate schools through collaborations with local, national, and international partners, and (2) to provide impactful opportunities that increase students’ awareness and access to the professions, and facilitate successful transition into higher education and the workforce.
Requirements:
● Associate or Full professor; PhD
● 5 years of experience in academic administration or a related setting.
● 5 years of experience in pre-health, pre-law, or pre-graduate advising.
● Demonstrated expertise in program development and mentoring.
● Experience in grant writing and attaining funding.
Preferred:
● Experience working with a diverse population of learners.
● Excellent written and oral communication skills.
● Demonstrated strong management skills.
● Successful track record of establishing credibility and trust.
● Fluency with desktop applications including databases, word processing, presentation, and cloud-based computing.
Special Instructions:
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 State University permanent employees include the following and more:
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
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
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.
Job Closing Date: 06/25/2024
