Job Details

Posting Number: PG194733EP

Working Title: Employment Coordinator for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $70,000

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: IPSE

About the Department

Elevate, NC State’s inclusive postsecondary education program, accepted its first cohort of students in Spring 2025. ... The program focuses on five pillars of success: academics, employment, personal development, independent living and social engagement.

Essential Job Duties

The Employment Coordinator will support the Elevate program’s mission by managing and coordinating internships and work experiences for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). ...

• Internship & Employment Coordination
• Person-Centered Planning
• Employer Support Advocacy
• Student Advocacy & Monitoring
• Workshops & Career Readiness Training
• Collaborative Networking

Minimum Education and Experience

Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Other Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of effective career preparation and employment strategies for individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of strategies that support the development of self-determination skills.
• Knowledge of instructional and support strategies for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, families, employers, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, or a related field. Experience with employment placement for individuals with IDD.