NCSSM-Morganton — Be a part of our new chapter
The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics has become a model of cutting-edge STEM education since its inception in 1980. The first school of its kind, NCSSM has a strong record of attracting faculty, staff and students who value the experience of learning in a vibrant, innovative community. In 2022, NCSSM opened its second campus – NCSSM-Morganton – in Western NC.
We are thrilled to continue this new chapter in Morganton, and the call is out for the faculty and staff who will help us expand our community of passionate leaders dedicated to creating a world-class educational experience for North Carolina’s academically talented students. We invite you to join us in writing this new chapter of NCSSM’s proud history by applying for open positions on our Morganton campus. For more information, check out our page for prospective employees.
NCSSM fosters an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and supports community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract equally diverse applicant pools for all positions. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
How to Apply
In order to be considered for permanent employment, all candidates must submit an electronic application via http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/. Applicants will create an account, search for the position vacancy, and submit the online application.
For additional information or questions, please contact hr@ncssm.edu.
SHRA Career Opportunities — Morganton
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Student Services Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Student Services
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton
POSITION NUMBER: 65035032
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 5 p.m.
POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 11 months, SHRA, FLSA Non-exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY: $33,000
Community Coordinators are provided with a furnished apartment. In addition, utilities (electric, water, and local phone), internet access, and access to fitness facilities are complimentary along with one meal a day in the school cafeteria.
NCSSM and Student Services in the Division of Student Life foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
This 11-month, SHRA position is a full-time, live-in position reporting to the Dean of Students or designee. Community Coordinators are provided with a furnished apartment. In addition, utilities (electric, water, and local phone), internet access, and access to fitness facilities are complimentary along with one meal a day in the school cafeteria (while school is in session).
Duties and responsibilities include hall management and supervision, desk and on-call duties, emergency response and incident management, community and wellness programming, student support and discipline and committee work and community policy writing. Community Coordinators serve as front-line responders for student and residence hall emergencies.
Community Coordinators serve “in loco parentis” for each student residing at NCSSM and, along with counselors, academic advisors, and parents/guardians, are an integral member of the student support team. In addition, Community Coordinators are the primary point of contact for students’ families and work closely with faculty and staff members across campus to support students. Community Coordinators are responsible for building community within their designated residence hall and serving as a primary resource for their residents. Community Coordinators predominantly work non-traditional hours either directly with students or on a rotating duty shift; evening and weekend work are required. Community Coordinators are considered mandatory employees for the following events: emergency closings; adverse weather; and public health emergencies.
Remote Options: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Managing Work Processes: Ability to identify, document, draft and provide input to proposed changes to work standards, processes, and procedures. Ability to assist in the development of learning activities designed to implement these changes.
- Decision Making: Ability to recommend approaches to solving routine problems relating to programmatic requirements or standards.
- Program Management: Ability to address and resolve routine service matters, referring to higher authority for issues outside standard operating procedures. Ability to collect, research, and provide preliminary data analysis. Ability to proactively participate in promoting student learning and leadership involvement initiatives in meeting program goals and services. Ability to prioritize workload.
- Client/Customer Service: Ability to develop good, efficient customer relations within the program area. Ability to answer routine requests, referring non-standard issues to higher authority levels.
- Managing Work and Performance: Ability to monitor work of student workers and staff, closely and ongoing, to assess and problem-solve. Ability to review performance on a daily basis and provide suggestions and give instructions for improving work.
- Information/Record Administration: Adheres to school, state, and federal confidentiality regulations. Assists with program improvements and documentation.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience in residence life, education, recreational programming, wellness, as well as experience working with high school age populations.
Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with no serious driving-related convictions.
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-campus Parking
Vacation: SHRA employees earn from 14 days to 26 days per year based on years of state service. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12 month employees are pro-rated. Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12 month employees are pro-rated.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Personal Observance Day, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Benefits: The University System offers eligible employees a flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to University-provided group life insurance, various retirement savings options, group health plan coverage, dental, vision, critical illness, cancer, flexible spending accounts, accident, disability coverage, educational assistance, and more. These programs can help employees achieve retirement savings and career goals, as well as assistance with meeting everyday health and educational needs. The benefits programs are designed for employees to tailor a benefits package that best meets their needs.
Health Insurance: Employee only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees that work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long term disability (eligible after 5 year of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12 month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions.
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition free (at any of UNC 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
About NCSSM:
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.
Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.
The new NCSSM-Morganton campus opened in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term. NCSSM-Morganton focuses on the booming fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.
Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field — over three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, please read the NCSSM strategic plan and visit ncssm.edu.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via this link: Community Coordinator – Morganton.
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM 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.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24 hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Chadwick Bartee at chadwick.bartee@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
EHRA Non-Faculty Career Opportunities — Morganton
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Chief Campus Annual Giving Administrator
DEPARTMENT: NCSSM Foundation
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC or Morganton, NC
POSITION NUMBER: 65040185
POSTING DATE: Thursday, October 3, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, October 24, 2024 5 p.m.
POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 12 Months, EHRA, Exempt Professional Staff (EPS), FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $58,083 – $70,000
Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.
NCSSM and the NCSSM Foundation foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse application pool for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
The Director of Annual Giving is responsible for co-developing and executing a comprehensive annual giving program that maximizes annual gifts from alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and other friends of NCSSM. This role involves strategic planning, donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to enhance and grow annual fundraising efforts. This position supports the development team by taking on various tasks and projects as needed. Be flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities and new responsibilities as directed by leadership.
Strategic Planning and Implementation: Develop and carry out comprehensive strategic plans (detailed, long-term goals and actions) to meet annual fundraising targets. Ensure these plans align with the organization’s overall objectives. Regularly monitor and assess the success of fundraising strategies, making changes as needed to improve results.
Donor Cultivation and Solicitation: Identify potential donors and build strong relationships to secure funding. Create personalized approaches to ask for donations and effectively communicate the organization’s mission (its core purpose and values) to inspire support.
Stewardship and Donor Relations: Keep in regular contact with donors, showing appreciation for their contributions and highlighting the impact of their donations. Implement stewardship programs (activities that recognize and retain donors) to build long-term relationships and encourage future gifts.
Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with foundation staff to align fundraising efforts with the organization’s broader goals. Coordinate joint initiatives and ensure that fundraising messages and branding are consistent across all activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
This job requires a strong foundation in strategic thinking, including the ability to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.
Candidates must have the capacity to analyze donor data and giving trends to inform decision-making and strategy adjustments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, with the ability to craft compelling messages and appeals that resonate with diverse audiences, as well as proficiency in public speaking and presenting to various stakeholders such as board members, donors, and volunteers. Building and maintaining strong relationships is key, requiring interpersonal skills that engage and inspire donors through personalized cultivation and stewardship efforts. Candidates should also possess exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects, campaigns, and initiatives simultaneously, effectively setting priorities and managing resources to meet deadlines. Leadership is another crucial element, as candidates must have the ability to guide and mentor staff, volunteers, and others involved in fundraising efforts, while working collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on annual giving programs.
- Proven track record of achieving fundraising goals and growing annual fund revenue.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling messages.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in using fundraising software and CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, NXT experience a plus).
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-campus Parking
Vacation: EHRA EPS (Exempt Professional Staff) employees receive 24 days per year. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12 month employees are pro-rated. Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12 month employees are pro-rated.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Personal Observance Day, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Benefits: The University System offers eligible employees a flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to University-provided group life insurance, various retirement savings options, group health plan coverage, dental, vision, critical illness, cancer, flexible spending accounts, accident, disability coverage, educational assistance, and more. These programs can help employees achieve retirement savings and career goals, as well as assistance with meeting everyday health and educational needs. The benefits programs are designed for employees to tailor a benefits package that best meets their needs.
Health Insurance: Employee only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees that work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long term disability (eligible after 5 year of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12 month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions.
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition free (at any of UNC 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
About NCSSM:
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.
Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.
The new NCSSM-Morganton campus opened in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term. NCSSM-Morganton focuses on the booming fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.
Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field — over three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, please read the NCSSM strategic plan and visit ncssm.edu.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via this link:Director of Annual Giving
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM 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.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24 hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Tracy Fullgraf at fullgraf@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
Faculty Career Opportunities — Morganton
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Guidance Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Counseling Services
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton Campus
POSITION NUMBER: 65037153
POSTING DATE: Friday, August 30, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled – priority consideration to applications received prior to Monday, September 16, 2024 5 p.m.
POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 11 Months, EHRA Faculty, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with education and experience
NCSSM and the Student Life division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse application pool for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
The position reports to the Morganton Director of Counseling and Wellness and is responsible for providing counseling services.
- Provide personal counseling to students utilizing a variety of best-practice, evidence-based theories, techniques, skills, and strategies;
- Provide crisis intervention to students with acute needs and chronic mental health needs;
- Assess students in crisis for possible harm to self or others, providing necessary follow-up with family/guardian and NCSSM community; as well as collaborate and refer to mental health providers;
- Sharing after-hours, on-call responses with Protocall services and other counseling team members for students experiencing significant mental health-related needs and concerns;
- Develop individualized support plans to meet the emotional, personal, and academic needs of students and assist in the implementation of those plans;
- Develop safety plans with students;
- Support families in identifying and accessing mental health providers;
- Collaborate with mental health providers to address student needs;
- Facilitate parent/guardian-student meetings;
- Facilitate group counseling sessions with students;
- Collaborate and facilitate communication with students, parents, teachers, faculty, staff, medical personnel, administrators, and mental health professionals to ensure that students’ emotional, residential, academic, and other needs are supported;
- Develop and provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff in support of student wellness;
- Provide academic counseling;
- Participate in residential school programs including social events and activities;
- This position is required to work on-site.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
● Knowledge and understanding of individual and group counseling theories, skills, techniques, and strategies that promote and benefit mental health and well-being as well as personal and social growth;
● Individual and group counseling skills, techniques, and strategies that address and support personal and academic success;
● College application process;
● Human development and growth mindset;
● American School Counselor Association, National Association of Social Workers, or other Professional Association, Ethical Standards for Professional Counselors;
● Legal, ethical, and professional issues related to minors, students, and school settings;
● Mandatory reporting laws.
Skilled in:
● Providing personal counseling to students utilizing a variety of best-practice, evidence-based theories, techniques, skills, and strategies;
● Providing crisis intervention to students with acute needs and chronic mental health needs;
● Assessing students in crisis for possible harm to self or others, providing necessary follow-up with family/guardian and NCSSM community; as well as collaborating and referring to support student;
● On-call response to students experiencing significant mental health-related concerns;
● Develop individualized support plans to meet the emotional, personal, and academic needs of students and assist in the implementation of those plans;
● Develop safety plans;
● Supporting families in identifying and accessing mental health providers;
● Collaborating with mental health providers to address student needs;
● Facilitating parent/guardian-student meetings;
● Facilitating group counseling sessions with student;
● Collaborating and facilitating communication with students, parents, teachers, faculty, staff, medical personnel, administrators, mental health professionals, and college representatives to ensure that students’ emotional, residential, academic, and college needs are supported;
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
● Developing and providing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff in support of student wellness;
● Providing academic counseling.
Ability to:
● Function as an integral member of a professional and diverse team;
● Present to students, parents, and the NCSSM Community;
● Write counselor letters of recommendation for students;
● Support students by actively participating in and attending student events and activities;
● Utilize technology and other resources to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of practices and procedures;
● Utilize technology effectively and assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of the NCSSM school counseling program and support student needs;
● Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability;
● Interact positively with diverse constituents including students, faculty, staff, and the public while upholding the intent and integrity of NCSSM policies and procedures;
● Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with internal and external constituents and build relationships to deliver a high level of service;
● Assess and report abuse and neglect cases to the Department of Health and Human Services and/or law enforcement when required;
● Inform, instruct, and educate students, parents, and staff about NCSSM policies and procedures regarding students with disabilities, including identification, eligibility, accommodations, counseling services, referrals, and appeals;
● Cross-train in Academic Accessibility Services and Individualized Accommodation Plan (IAP) and Individual Support Plan (ISP) process, including eligibility determination, plan development, implementation, and progress monitoring of IAP and ISP students and plans;
● Assist students with accommodation requests for the SAT and ACT;
● Create, coordinate, and implement wellness programming and initiatives;
● Take initiative;
● Meet deadlines;
● Be flexible to meet the needs of the student.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Education and Experience Required:
Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling, Counselor Education, Social Work, or a related human services field.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Licensed clinical mental health professional or working toward licensure, i.e. LCMHC, LCSW, or other equivalent NC clinical licensure.
- Minimum of two years of experience working with students in an educational setting at the secondary or college level.
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-campus Parking
Vacation: EHRA Faculty earn from 14 days to 26 days per year based on years of state service. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12-month employees are pro-rated. Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year. Leave accruals for part-time and less than 12-month employees are pro-rated.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Personal Observance Day, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Benefits: The University System offers eligible employees a flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to University-provided group life insurance, various retirement savings options, group health plan coverage, dental, vision, critical illness, cancer, flexible spending accounts, accident, disability coverage, educational assistance, and more. These programs can help employees achieve retirement savings and career goals, as well as assist with meeting everyday health and educational needs. The benefits programs are designed for employees to tailor a benefits package that best meets their needs.
Health Insurance: Employee-only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees who work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long long-term disability (eligible after 5 years of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12-month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions.
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition-free (at any of UNC’s 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
About NCSSM:
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition-free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.
Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.
The new NCSSM-Morganton campus opened in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term. NCSSM-Morganton focuses on the booming fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.
Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field — over three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, please read the NCSSM strategic plan and visit ncssm.edu.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via this link: Wellness Counselor, Morganton Campus.
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM 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.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24 hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Tracy Fullgraf at fullgraf@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
Temporary Employment Opportunities — Morganton
WORKING TITLE: Head Swimming Coach
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton
POSTING DATE: 5/30/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary part-time, Exempt
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,800 Stipend
NCSSM and the Athletics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Coaches are responsible for organizing and maintaining an Interscholastic team. Coaches are expected to create an atmosphere which will promote group and individual growth both in athletic skills and the concepts of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Coaches should have a thorough knowledge of all NCSSM and NCHSAA athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation for their team. Coaches work with the NCSSM athletics department to communicate expectations and information to student athletes on their teams. Coaches are required to be CPR certified and to complete NFHS coursework as required by the NCHSAA. Coaches will be required to drive school vehicles so they must have a clean driving record. CDL preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of swimming, understanding of fundamentals and techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practices and skill building.
Minimum Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalency
How to Apply:Please send resume and cover letter to NCSSM-Morganton Assistant Athletic Director Ian McMichael at ian.mcmichael@ncssm.edu
WORKING TITLE: Head Women’s Basketball Coach
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton
POSTING DATE: 5/30/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary part-time, Exempt
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,800 Stipend
NCSSM and the Athletics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Coaches are responsible for organizing and maintaining an Interscholastic team. Coaches are expected to create an atmosphere which will promote group and individual growth both in athletic skills and the concepts of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Coaches should have a thorough knowledge of all NCSSM and NCHSAA athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation for their team. Coaches work with the NCSSM athletics department to communicate expectations and information to student athletes on their teams. Coaches are required to be CPR certified and to complete NFHS coursework as required by the NCHSAA. Coaches will be required to drive school vehicles so they must have a clean driving record. CDL preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of women’s basketball, understanding of fundamentals and techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practices.
Minimum Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalency
How to Apply:Please send resume and cover letter to NCSSM-Morganton Assistant Athletic Director Ian McMichael at ian.mcmichael@ncssm.edu
WORKING TITLE: Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton
POSTING DATE: 5/30/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary part-time, Exempt
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $5,600 Stipend ($2,800 per season)
NCSSM and the Athletics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Coaches are responsible for organizing and maintaining an Interscholastic team. Coaches are expected to create an atmosphere which will promote group and individual growth both in athletic skills and the concepts of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Coaches should have a thorough knowledge of all NCSSM and NCHSAA athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation for their team. Coaches work with the NCSSM athletics department to communicate expectations and information to student athletes on their teams. Coaches are required to be CPR certified and to complete NFHS coursework as required by the NCHSAA. Coaches will be required to drive school vehicles so they must have a clean driving record. CDL preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of golf, understanding of fundamentals and techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practices and skill building.
Minimum Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalency.
How to Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to NCSSM-Morganton Assistant Athletic Director Ian McMichael at ian.mcmichael@ncssm.edu
About NCSSM
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.
Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.
The new NCSSM-Morganton campus is opening in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term and will focus on the booming fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.
Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field — over three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, please read the NCSSM strategic plan and visit ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer