VITALS Program Coordinator (Time-Limited)

Benefits of Working at UNCW:
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range: Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Vacancy Number: E1543
Competency Level:
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: CHHS - Dean's Office - 31500
Division: Academic Affairs - 30 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The VITALS program within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a comprehensive nursing pipeline and workforce development initiative designed to strengthen the regional healthcare workforce. In partnership with Novant Health and local education and community partners, VITALS provides intentional recruitment, academic preparation, coaching, scholarship support, and career readiness experiences for students pursuing nursing and healthcare careers.

The purpose of VITALS is to build sustainable pathways into nursing education, support student persistence through key transition points, and retain local talent within Southeastern North Carolina's healthcare systems after graduation. Through early exposure, academic advising, immersive summer experiences, employer engagement, and longitudinal support, VITALS prepares students to successfully enter, complete, and thrive in nursing programs while directly contributing to the long-term workforce needs of the region.Vitals is supported by a 2.5 million dollar gift provided by Novant Health.

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University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
Description of Work

• Development of goals, objectives, policies, and processes for the VITALS program.
• Conduct needs assessments, plan program development, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Actively recruits and retains students to the VITALS program for the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Office of Admissions.
• Develop strong working relationships with UNCW faculty, New Hanover County local healthcare employers, and Novant Health.
• Develop nursing and allied health competent programs that meet the needs of participants while forming connections to the local community.
• Participate in developing, administrating, and overseeing the program budget; monitors program expenditures to ensure compliance with university and grant funding requirements.
• Develop and standardize procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of VITALS.
• Complete all grant-required reporting and assessment.
• Other duties as assigned related to VITALS.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment, or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to organize and present information to support guidance, counseling, students, and new professionals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student population.
• Experience working with community partners.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree in education, social work, psychology, nursing, workforce development, conflict management & resolution, public health, or another related field.
• Three or more years of professional experience planning and implementing programming and workshops for college students or adult learners.
• Minimum of two years in areas of fiscal management, program development, career and professional development of others, and evaluation.
• Experience working with early career healthcare professionals or college students.

Required Certifications or Licensures:
N/A


FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days:
Work Hours:
Type of Position: Time-limited
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited: 12/31/2027
Position Number: E1543
Job Posting Date: 05/19/2026
Posting Close Date: 5/31/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is time-limited with the possibility of continuation pending availability of funds and department need.

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39385

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.







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