Director of EOC
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, University Professor
Position Number
Position Number
-924
Classification Title
Classification Title Director of Educational Opportunity Center (OC) TRIO
Working Title
Working Title Director of EOC
Division
Department/Unit
Section
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development. The Division aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students’ educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off campus aspects of student life at ECSU , including student engagement and leadership, career services, student disability services, residential life, student activities, community standards, special programs and services, student health and wellness, and counseling services.
The objective of the Educational Opportunity Center at Elizabeth City State University is to increase the number of low-income, first-generation adults who enroll in postsecondary institutions within seven counties in Northeastern North Carolina. These seven counties include Beaufort, Chowan, Hyde, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrell, and Washington.
Description of Work
The Director of EOC provides leadership and vision in administering a comprehensive range of services related to carrying out the goals and objectives of EOC Services funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The director reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Proven fiscal management skills and budgetary experience;
Familiarity with college admissions and financial aid requirements;
Public relations skills and advocate for disadvantaged students;
Proven ability to gain the respect of the low-income and external constituent community.
Minimum Training and Experience
Master’s degree required in Education, Public School Administration, Social Services, Guidance and Counseling, Education Administration, or related fields, and work experiences;
Two years of experience as an administrator of federal grant funded or related programs, and experience designing, managing and implementing similar programs;
Knowledge of and two years’ experience working with low-income, first generation students from diverse backgrounds;
Knowledge and/or experience working in a collegiate environment;
Proven fiscal management skills and budgetary experience;
Familiarity with college admissions and financial aid requirements;
Public relations skills and advocate for disadvantaged students;
Proven ability to gain the respect of the low-income and external constituent community;
Preference given to individuals who have overcome similar academic, economic and cultural obstacles as the target population.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Preference given to individuals who have overcome similar academic, economic and cultural obstacles as the target population.
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Position Category Staff
Position Status
Position Status Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Posting Number
Posting Number EHRA
00622P
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 10/01/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affir…
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
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Human Resources
Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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