University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Transition & Life Planning Coordinator
University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Position Number
998006
Functional Title
Transition & Life Planning Coordinator
Position Type
Research
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
UNC Greensboro supports students with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) program while enrolled in Integrative Community Studies, a four‑year certificate that emphasizes autonomy & agency, life planning, and career development. Students completing requirements for graduation receive a certificate in Integrative Community Studies, awarded by the Office of the Provost at UNCG.
Position Summary
The Transition & Life Planning Coordinator is an instructor for core courses for the IC S program of study. This position oversees services provided to students enrolled in the IC S Program by working directly with students and their person‑centered plans, and HOPS Intervention Research. This position will also informally supervise volunteers, interns, and PT temporary student employees who provide 1:1 support for students (generally in the 1st and 2nd‑years) of the Integrative Community Studies (ICS) Certificate Program.
Minimum Qualifications Masters in a human services related field, or a Bachelors with minimum 5 years of experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
2 years of experience in postsecondary education.
Preferred Qualifications Supervisory experience.
Instructional experience.
Experience or working knowledge of Person‑Centered‑Planning principles/processes.
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
Org #‑Department
Comp Trans and Post‑Sec Edu - 11514
Job Open Date
01/06/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Percentage Of Time
5%
Key Responsibility
Supervision
Essential Tasks Supervise PT student employees, volunteers, and interns.
Percentage Of Time
75%
Key Responsibility
Departmental Support and Classroom Instruction
Essential Tasks Teach core courses for the IC S department. Responsible for oversight of classes for all 1st & 2nd year students. Will teach group classes and individual classes for 12-15 students.
Implement transition related programming (for incoming and existing students) – Including HOPS Research
Participate in regular team meetings. Assist with departmental documentation and action plan development as needed.
Participate in UNCG SOAR orientation for new and transfer students.
Participate in Summer Transition programming for new incoming students.
Emergency Management first line representative who will facilitate communication with campus partners and external partners. This position will be backed up by the Assistant Director.
Percentage Of Time
15%
Key Responsibility
Coordination of services and supports
Essential Tasks Oversee student “Person Centered Plans” (PCP). Collaboration with instructors around the creation of PCP’s (for a caseload of 12-15 students)
Support Services – identify potential go-to people for various aspects of the action steps in each PCP (should range from natural support systems to paid support systems).
Assist with identifying campus and community resources and connecting to them.
Oversight and assistance with scheduling (support coordination).
Responsible for maintaining accurate departmental records and providing guidance and coordination of support time for PT student employees, interns and volunteers.
Provide family support focused on transition related areas through departmental & university programming. Communicate with families based on concerns that may arise.
Ensure student satisfaction by handling student concerns, requests and complaints of a routine manner. Involve the Assistant Director, Associate Director, and or Director with non‑routine or unresolved matters.
Percentage Of Time
5%
Key Responsibility
Other Duties
Essential Tasks Other duties as assigned.
Physical Effort
Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Lifting-30-60 lbs.
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998006
Functional Title
Transition & Life Planning Coordinator
Position Type
Research
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
UNC Greensboro supports students with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) program while enrolled in Integrative Community Studies, a four‑year certificate that emphasizes autonomy & agency, life planning, and career development. Students completing requirements for graduation receive a certificate in Integrative Community Studies, awarded by the Office of the Provost at UNCG.
Position Summary
The Transition & Life Planning Coordinator is an instructor for core courses for the IC S program of study. This position oversees services provided to students enrolled in the IC S Program by working directly with students and their person‑centered plans, and HOPS Intervention Research. This position will also informally supervise volunteers, interns, and PT temporary student employees who provide 1:1 support for students (generally in the 1st and 2nd‑years) of the Integrative Community Studies (ICS) Certificate Program.
Minimum Qualifications Masters in a human services related field, or a Bachelors with minimum 5 years of experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
2 years of experience in postsecondary education.
Preferred Qualifications Supervisory experience.
Instructional experience.
Experience or working knowledge of Person‑Centered‑Planning principles/processes.
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
Org #‑Department
Comp Trans and Post‑Sec Edu - 11514
Job Open Date
01/06/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Percentage Of Time
5%
Key Responsibility
Supervision
Essential Tasks Supervise PT student employees, volunteers, and interns.
Percentage Of Time
75%
Key Responsibility
Departmental Support and Classroom Instruction
Essential Tasks Teach core courses for the IC S department. Responsible for oversight of classes for all 1st & 2nd year students. Will teach group classes and individual classes for 12-15 students.
Implement transition related programming (for incoming and existing students) – Including HOPS Research
Participate in regular team meetings. Assist with departmental documentation and action plan development as needed.
Participate in UNCG SOAR orientation for new and transfer students.
Participate in Summer Transition programming for new incoming students.
Emergency Management first line representative who will facilitate communication with campus partners and external partners. This position will be backed up by the Assistant Director.
Percentage Of Time
15%
Key Responsibility
Coordination of services and supports
Essential Tasks Oversee student “Person Centered Plans” (PCP). Collaboration with instructors around the creation of PCP’s (for a caseload of 12-15 students)
Support Services – identify potential go-to people for various aspects of the action steps in each PCP (should range from natural support systems to paid support systems).
Assist with identifying campus and community resources and connecting to them.
Oversight and assistance with scheduling (support coordination).
Responsible for maintaining accurate departmental records and providing guidance and coordination of support time for PT student employees, interns and volunteers.
Provide family support focused on transition related areas through departmental & university programming. Communicate with families based on concerns that may arise.
Ensure student satisfaction by handling student concerns, requests and complaints of a routine manner. Involve the Assistant Director, Associate Director, and or Director with non‑routine or unresolved matters.
Percentage Of Time
5%
Key Responsibility
Other Duties
Essential Tasks Other duties as assigned.
Physical Effort
Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Lifting-30-60 lbs.
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