Program Coordinator, Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement

Position Location (City) Greenville

Position Type Non-Faculty

Job Category Non-Faculty Professional

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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 Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement.

The Department of Student Engagement is a portfolio of offices, centers, and programs focused on helping students connect to the campus community and fostering student success in college. Each unit provides students with opportunities to get involved, attend events and programs, establish a support network, and enhance their college experience. The Department of Student Engagement includes seven areas: the Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement, the Ledonia Wright Cultural Center, the Military & Veterans Resource Center, the Women & Gender Center, the Dr. Jesse R. Peel LGBTQ Center, Fraternity & Sorority Life, and Student Activities & Organizations.

The Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement supports the mission, vision, and values of the Division of Student Affairs. Supporting Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Williams-Ross Purple Pantry is a free food pantry for all enrolled ECU students in need and is overseen by the Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of the Program Coordinator for the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry is to provide leadership for the day-to-day operations of the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry locations, which includes the main pantry in the Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement suite, mini-pantries, the Health Sciences Student Center, and the Lil' Pirate Pantry. Operations include volunteer and inventory management, donor and campus relations, marketing and outreach to the campus community, and educational programming related to food insecurity.

This position will supervise and coordinate the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry Leadership Team, a group of committed volunteers that will help advise and carry out the mission of the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry. As a partner pantry of the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for monthly reporting to the Food Bank and coordinating all donation drives to the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry.

This is a professional position with responsibilities having a direct impact on the quality of students' educational experiences and interaction with their peers, as well as the campus community at large. In the performance of duties, this position uses knowledge of student development, leadership education, and community engagement. Problem-solving skills, independent decision-making, and critical thinking skills are also used. This position may require the ability/willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Master's degree or bachelor's degree with two years related experience required.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience in higher education setting
• Experience working with students
• Experience working with basic needs or related services
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and the willingness to communicate and work effectively with all students.
• Commitment to teamwork, student affairs best practices, and collaboration.
• Non-profit and volunteer management experience.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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 08/07/2026

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 08/21/2026

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96169

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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To apply, visit https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96169