"Assistant Director, Academic Engagement- 3303"

Employer

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Location

Pembroke, North Carolina (US)

Salary

Commensurate upon Education and Experience

Date posted

Dec 5, 2025

Position Type

Administrative, Student Affairs, Academic Advising & Academic Support Services

Employment Level

Mid-Level

Employment Type

Full Time

Institution Type

Public Four-Year Institutions

Job Details

The Assistant Director for Academic Engagement is responsible for the coordination of academic and student engagement initiatives that support student success. This position will provide leadership for the execution of academic success initiatives related to tutoring, academic probation and suspension, student mentoring with a supportive and dynamic learning environment.

The Assistant Director for Academic Engagement will serve as a member of leadership for the Center for Student Success with primary responsibilities including oversight of data-driven academic intervention programs, contributing to student success efforts across the University.

This role will lead strategic initiatives in academic support, academic probation, academic early alert systems, and data analytics, including program assessment, intervention strategies, and outcomes tracking, while serving as key leadership support to the Executive Director for Student Success.

The position involves direct supervision of large staff that includes four full-time professional staff (three Coordinators and a grant-funded GEAR-Up Success Coach, indirectly supervising a team of temporary staff (Academic Success Coaches) and approximately 55 student staff.

The Assistant Director will drive continuous improvement of academic support systems, focusing on innovative approaches to identify and support students through data-informed strategies and interdepartmental partnerships.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:  Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Student Development or related field required with at least 4 years of professional experience in academic advising, student success, student development, or related areas. Demonstrated ability to successfully collaborate with faculty, staff, community members, and students as part of an effective team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Evidence of strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; demonstrated ability to take initiative. Ability to thoroughly understand and abide by federal and university guidelines regarding student confidentiality requirements. Proficient use of computers and knowledge of various software programs. Must be able to work effectively in a very detailed, dynamic, fast-paced, team oriented atmosphere.

Management Preferences:

• Experience with working with college students – including students with at-risk factors.
• Experience in program development for students on academic probation.
• Demonstrated understanding of specific development needs of first year students.

Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.  

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.