Position Details

Position Information

Vacancy Type Temporary Is Internal Transfer Only No Working Title Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP) Camp Counselor Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range Please see Primary Purpose of Position. Position Number 18MCW04 Work Schedule See Primary Purpose of Position Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Department 182301 - Academic Programs Department Job City & State Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties

The Wilson College of Textiles Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP) is a six-day residential academic enrichment program offered 5 different weeks throughout the summer and located on NC State University’s campus. This program is designed for rising high school seniors who have a strong interest in pursuing a degree at the Wilson College. Students chosen will:

•Experience university campus life
•Complete a project related to a Wilson College degree program
•Visit a local textile company
•Participate in college preparation activities

To assist with facilitating this program, the Wilson College is currently seeking 3 energetic, motivated and outgoing college students to serve as STEP Counselors. Counselors will be full-time including overnight stays in the residence hall to supervise the students. Counselors will also help to facilitate different sessions and activities throughout the day with a 4-hour break in the afternoon. The 5 weeks of STEP are:

•June 16-21
•June 23-28
•July 7-12
•July 14-19
•July 21-26

STEP Counselors will reside on campus in an assigned dorm room to supervise a group of approximately 16 students ages 15-17. Counselors will be required to assist with camp check-in and departures, planning and implementing a variety of social and recreational activities, ensuring that campers respect University property, ensuring campers follow rules for living in a residence hall and acting as a representative of NC State University and the Wilson College.

Proposed Work Schedule: Counselors will be full-time including overnight stays in the residence hall to supervise students. Counselors will also help to facilitate different sessions and activities throughout the day with a 4-hour break in the afternoon. At the beginning of May, counselors will be required to attend training in preparation for the program.

Proposed Hiring Range: $2,000 for the entire duration of the 5-week program. Housing and some meals will be included as well.

If you have questions about the STEP program or to learn more about this opportunity, email Shannon Tart at sdtart2@ncsu.edu.

Other Work/Responsibilities Minimum Experience/Education

Counselors must have experience supervising students in a group setting.

Departmental Required Skills

Counselors will need to be able to lead, take directions, be responsible and collaborate with peers. They need to be enthusiastic, have initiative and have a passion for textiles.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

While it is not required, we would highly prefer that the counselors are currently enrolled in a Wilson College of Textiles undergraduate program.

Required License or Certification

•Driver’s license required by start date of program.
•CPR Certification and First Aid is highly preferred but no required.

Special Instructions

Please upload a cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 references.

Job Open Date 02/06/2019 Must Be Open Until

Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time. 02/14/2019 Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date 05/01/2019 AA/EOE

NC State University 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, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date.

NC State University 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to your start date?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Are you currently enrolled in a College of Textiles undergraduate program?
   • Yes
   • No

Application Materials Required Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Contact Information for References