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Assistant Director for Interpersonal Violence Prevention Education and Training

North Carolina State University

$50,000 - $55,000

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 20, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194607EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant Director for Interpersonal Violence Prevention Education and Training
Anticipated Hiring Range	$50,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. (nature of position and work requires participation in events and activities beyond normal business hours)
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Women's Center
About the Department	The Division of Academic & Student Affairs ( DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College. NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here ( You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student. Student success is at the core of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs, as outlined in our mission and strategic plan. The units within the Student Success portfolio are specifically designed to support all students by providing individual support as well as fostering community and a sense of belonging across various groups and throughout the campus. We define student success as follows: "We achieve student success when members of our Pack graduate as well-educated, career-ready, world-ready, and socially responsible individuals who maintain a long-standing attachment to the university. Successful students have a clear sense of purpose and the confidence to tackle the grand challenges of society on local, national, and global scales. Through our courses, curricula, programs, and services, these students embark on a challenging journey that fosters personal identity, appreciation of intersectionality, and a commitment to lifelong learning and exploration."
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	Join NC State's Women's Center as an Assistant Director and play a key role in fostering a culture of belonging, prevention, and support for all students. In this role, you'll help shape a campus community grounded in respect and care leading initiatives that prevent interpersonal violence ( IPV) and empower students, faculty, and staff through education, collaboration, and advocacy. The schedule will vary and will regularly include nights and weekends. What You'll Do Lead Impactful Programs & Strategic Initiatives You'll design and deliver innovative, evidence-informed programs focused on preventing interpersonal violence, including sexual violence, dating and domestic violence, stalking, and harassment. This includes: Leading signature IPV prevention programs and educational initiatives Building strong campus and community partnerships Using research, campus data, and student feedback to guide your work Managing projects from concept to evaluation with a focus on impact and accessibility Supporting strategic planning, assessment, and reporting efforts Support & Develop Student Leaders You'll mentor and supervise a team of student peer educators and interns, helping them grow as leaders and advocates. You will: Recruit, hire, train, and coach student staff Assign and monitor student hours based on available budget Provide meaningful professional development opportunities Offer ongoing feedback and performance evaluations Ensure students are equipped with knowledge of resources, reporting processes, and best practices Build Community & Foster Belonging Collaboration is central to this role. You'll work with campus partners to create supportive spaces and programs that meet varied student needs. You will: Partner with faculty, staff, and campus units to deliver relevant programming Ensure initiatives are intersectional, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed Provide survivor-centered support, resources, and referrals as needed Facilitate educational workshops and presentations for students, faculty, and staff via programs such as New Student Orientation, the Pack Survivor Support Alliance and other requested engagement opportunities Drive Outreach & Communication You'll help amplify IPV prevention efforts through thoughtful outreach and messaging: Develop and manage media and general marketing and communication strategies for IPV initiatives and programs Contribute to newsletters, campaigns, and campus publications Support outreach efforts that engage a wide range of student populations Contribute as a Team Member As part of the Women's Center team, you'll play an active role in shaping programs and operations: Participate in planning, budgeting, data collection, and assessment efforts Assist with hiring professional and student staff Support broader center initiatives and priorities What We're Looking For A successful candidate brings: Knowledge of best practices and emerging trends in IPV prevention Experience applying theory to practice in higher education or related settings Strong collaboration, communication, and program management skills The ability to deliver engaging, tailored education to varied audiences
Other Responsibilities	Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master's degree in higher education, social work, women's studies, counselor education, or a related area of study. At least two years of relevant experience within higher education or related setting; Content-area knowledge including a thorough understanding of IPV prevention education, support, and ability to work with survivors of all genders, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. An understanding of intersectionality within women's center spaces.
Other Required Qualifications	Application of intersectionality, as well as women's and gender issues in program planning and implementation. Demonstrated work or volunteer history of commitment to student development, student success, and knowledge of best practices for advising student leaders and student organizations. Demonstrated success in program assessment, preferably in a higher education setting. Experience with strategic planning. Experience in creating program-level spending plans and adhering to best fiscal practices and procedures. Demonstrated ability to support identity-based concerns. Supervision, advising, and/or volunteer management experience of student staff. Experience, individually and collaboratively, in developing, facilitating, assessing/evaluating training, workshops, or presentations.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with implementing outcome based student success programming within a higher education setting including working within a women's identity based organization within a university is strongly preferred. An advanced application of intersectional frameworks and a trauma-informed approach/practice. Demonstrate practical familiarity with discourse and theories about student success, well being, and other relevant concepts. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining current and relevant knowledge of best practices in supporting students in an academic setting.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	04/20/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00065502
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	240410 - Women's Center
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. 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.