Graduation Specialist

Department Hiring Range The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

EEO-1 Category

EEO-1 Category Professionals

SOC Code

SOC Code 21-1012 - Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors

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Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU , your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU , where your purpose can take flight.

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Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 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.

The Office of the Provost is responsible for all matters pertaining to academic programs. This includes oversight of academic program planning, the quality and delivery of instruction, strategic budgetary planning and collaborative research initiatives. The Officeo f the Provost is also responsible for all recruitment initiatives and matters associated with enrollment management. Additionally, this office fosters opportunities for high-quality and appropriate academic advising, monitoring, mentoring, nurturing and coaching to ensure the academic and personal success of students.

The primary purpose of the Graduation Specialist position at North Carolina Central University is to advise junior- and senior-level students on their academic plans, progress, and academic and career goals while helping them make informed educational decisions and successfully meet graduation requirements. The position requires a strong understanding of undergraduate academic programs, academic advising best practices, university policies and procedures, and available student support services.

Graduation Specialists are responsible for providing individualized guidance, monitoring students’ academic progress, identifying potential barriers to graduation, and helping students develop plans to remain on track toward degree completion. Because the position involves extensive interaction with students, strong written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a student-centered approach are essential. The Graduation Specialist must also be able to interpret individual student needs, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate across academic programs and university offices to address student concerns and connect students with appropriate resources.

Reporting to the Coordinator of Upper Division Professional Academic Advising, the position will support an academic department, college, or central advising office. NCCU is seeking Graduation Specialists who can serve across its various colleges and schools and effectively bridge…