Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs

Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position | The Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs supports the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of programs that assist new students and their families in successfully transitioning to North Carolina A&T State University. The position coordinates key operational and programmatic components of new student orientation, transition programming, student‑leader recruitment and development, family engagement, and related first‑year initiatives.

The Coordinator assists with orientation registration and communications, program logistics, student‑leader training, campus partner coordination, and data collection. The position works collaboratively with the Director of Orientation and New Student Programs, departmental staff, student leaders, and university partners to deliver organized, engaging, and student‑centered transition experiences.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The Office of New Student Programs is housed in the Division of Enrollment Management. New Student Programs strives to help new students make their transition to the university by familiarizing them with the campus and its resources, assisting in the development of skills necessary to make the adjustment to campus life and the Aggie community, increasing their confidence in their abilities to succeed, and instilling a positive outlook on their future as a student.

In addition, New Student Programs works with parents (and families) to foster an environment of community support for students.

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.

Classification Type | EHRA

Working Title | Coordinator of Orientation and Transition Programs

Position Number | 000404

Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA | Exempt

Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track | No

FTE |

Organizational Division | New Student Programs

Organizational Location | Assoc VP for Enrollment Mgmt

Organizational Unit | New Student Programs

Remote Work Arrangement | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office)

Posting Number | EPA
3210

Open Date | 09/16/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled |

Open Until Filled | Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Posts:
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 | 11/30/2026

Date Position Available | 10/1/2026

Minimum Requirements | Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional experience in orientation, student activities, student leadership, enrollment management, student success, higher education administration, event coordination, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, education, public administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating new student orientation, transition, retention, or first-year programs.
• Experience recruiting, training, advising, or supervising student leaders.
• Experience coordinating large-scale programs or events.
• Experience…