Academic Advisor College of Nursing

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Job Title Academic Advisor College of Nursing Position Number 000820 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH CON Nursing Support Services Department Homepage https://nursing.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department NURSING-COLLEGE OF Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Academic Advisor Working Title Academic Advisor Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $41,379 - $60,000 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Professional Be a Pirate!

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the college is to serve as a national model for transforming the health of rural underserved regions through excellence and innovation in nursing education, leadership, research, scholarship and practice. The mission of the college is to serve as a national model for transforming the health of rural underserved regions through excellence and innovation in nursing education, leadership, research, scholarship and practice.

The College of Nursing Department of Student Services provides enrollment and student support services for both undergraduate and graduate students. The Department of Student Services provides oversight of a wide array of initiatives to facilitate enrollment, retention, and graduation initiatives of the college. Areas housed within Student Services include: marketing, recruitment, academic advising, pre-licensure and accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing application review and admission, student success, clinical placement and compliance as well as licensure and certification of graduations and alumni.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Academic Advisor will provide advising services on a full-time basis for the College of Nursing's undergraduate accelerated 2nd degree and pre-licensure intended and declared BSN students, guide students in the development of decision-making skills, develop and implement programming to support student success, evaluate admission applications, provide referrals to campus support services as needed, participate in college and university events related to recruitment, retention and graduation, collaborate with others as part of a team of student support personnel, and teach COAD 1000.

The academic advisor duties and responsibilities of this position will include the following:

• Provide academic advising and application assistance to undergraduate students pursing a degree in nursing. (70%)
• Participate and contribute to retention strategies that will enhance student satisfaction, engagement and success. (15%)
• Teach COED 1000 (10%)
• Perform other duties as assigned (i.e, committees, professional development, retention and graduation. (5%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

This position requires a master's degree received from an appropriately accredited institution and conferred by the time of hire. Teaching, advising, and/or counseling experience in higher education is needed for this position.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Extensive knowledge of the requirements for the degree program in the College of Nursing. Knowledge of degree requirements for related programs in other areas.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the following required applicant documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest
• List of Three References (noting contact information)

At the time of employment, two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected as the candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time. This position is contingent upon availability of funds.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date 09/21/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 10/05/2026 Rank Level Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97051 Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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Supplemental Questions

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• • Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

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• • Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.

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• Indeed

• ECU Website

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Additional Document #1