Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Director, Goodnight Scholars Program (Programming)

Anticipated Hiring Range

$64,000 - $66,000

Work Schedule

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday; with occasional evening or weekend work required.

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

The Goodnight Scholars Program

About The Department

The Goodnight Scholars Program began in 2008 with 25 scholars. Since that time, it has grown from a partial scholarship into a comprehensive, full-ride scholarship program designed to develop scholars into leaders within the STEM and Education fields. The program currently serves up to 300 undergraduates and is growing to 400 by 2028. The program is housed within the Goodnight Scholarships office along with the Goodnight Transfer Scholars Program.

The Goodnight Scholars Program team is responsible for the selection of freshmen scholars and management of their progress from enrollment and matriculation through graduation. This includes financial aid and scholarship requirements, participation, academic eligibility and program completion. The Goodnight Scholars Program team is also responsible for developing and offering a wide variety of program activities for the scholars, including annual retreats for freshmen and seniors, a first- and second-year seminar, multiple professional, service and social events each week, and fall and spring break trips. We also coordinate outreach activities with a variety of campus, K-12, nonprofit and industry partners.

Wolfpack Perks And Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here,



and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

- Medical , Dental , and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Goodnight Scholars Program is a comprehensive, full-ride scholarship program designed to develop scholars into leaders within the STEM and Education fields. The program currently serves up to 300 undergraduates and is growing to 400 by 2028. As part of this growth, the Goodnight Scholars Program is seeking a student-focused qualified who is passionate about creating meaningful experiences that support student development, academic success,



and community engagement.

In this role, you will help shape the scholar experience through engaging programs, educational travel, leadership opportunities, and signature events. You will also advise students, mentor student leaders, and contribute to outreach and recruitment efforts that strengthen the program and support incoming scholars.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, coordinate, and implement student development programs, educational activities, and major program events that enrich the scholar experience.
- Lead and plan the annual retreat for approximately 100 incoming scholars, supervising the retreat leader and assistant team in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Outreach and Selection. Support summer onboarding and first-year selection activities, including interview day.
- Advise students in the Goodnight Scholars Program and co-select, train, and mentor more than 20 student Program Ambassadors who support program activities and student engagement initiatives.
- Develop and lead educational travel opportunities that expand scholars’ learning experiences and complement their academic and personal development.
- Assist with teaching a first- or second-year seminar and support student learning through related educational programming.
- Help manage the program’s registration system in Slate and coordinate the organization, maintenance, and upkeep of the student lounge.
- Support program outreach, recruitment, and student selection efforts to engage prospective scholars and strengthen the incoming student experience.
- Represent the Goo

📌 Assistant Director, Goodnight Scholars Program (Raleigh)
🏢 North Carolina State University
📍 Raleigh