Next Step Adviser (2026 - 2027 Cohort

Essential Job Duties

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.

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Position Number: 24KJ247
Posting Number: PG195655TM
Position Type: Temporary

Ameri Corps Next Step Advisers serve in a partner high school to increase the post‑secondary enrollment among all students.

• Provide one‑on‑one admissions and financial aid advising to any student or family seeking assistance.
• Organize group events that encourage students and their families to consider, plan for, and apply to post‑secondary opportunities.
• Establish productive and strategic relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers within the partner school.
• Enhance visibility of the role through school and community outreach.
• Document and analyze student interactions to assist in the assessment and long‑term sustainability of the program.
• Maintain expertise in admissions and financial aid advising.

• Report to NC State‑based program staff, as well as a high school‑based onsite supervisor.
• Participate in paid training during the summer and ongoing position‑related training throughout the program year.
• Participate in ongoing personal professional development throughout the program year.
• Commit to one academic year (11 months) of service with a preferred two‑year commitment if mutually agreed upon by the program staff and the Next Step Adviser.
• Must be able to relocate to the service area and be involved in the surrounding community.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees.
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses.
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.
• Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Ameri Corps Next Step advisers serve in rural NC high schools located in Bladen, Chowan, Duplin, Franklin, Granville, Martin, Moore, Northampton, Pasquotank, Pitt, Pender, Perquimans, Washington, and Wayne counties in North Carolina.

Minimum Experience/

Education:

Earned or will earn an associate’s degree between May 2019 and June 2026; candidates must have received an associate’s degree within seven years of applying.

• Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills.
• Work well with youth and diverse populations.
• Collaborate effectively with others.
• Initiative, tact, and diplomacy.
• Serve independently and take initiative.
• Strong commitment to service.
• Navigate Google and Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree; previous work with youth or coursework around youth and education; previous work with diverse populations;
Spanish language proficiency; previous leadership positions; previous involvement in a committed volunteer partnership.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $35,000 - $41,000 Salary (exact living allowance dependent on grantor).

Job Open Date: 12/18/2025.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age,…