Assistant Director

Job Details

Department: Admissions-541000

Career Area: Student Services

Posting Open Date: 06/08/2026

Application Deadline: 06/22/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title: Assistant Director

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number: 01001430

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent

FTE: 1

Hours per week: 40

Hiring Range: $52,000 - $57,000

Proposed Start Date: 08/03/2026

Position Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a creative, committed, and collaborative professional to serve as Assistant Director in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This admissions officer will counsel students, parents, and school and community colleagues about how students may explore whether Carolina will be a good match for their talents and aspirations, apply for admission and student aid, and thrive once enrolled. In addition to representing the University at on- and off-campus events, the assistant director will collaborate with colleagues in admissions and other campus departments to develop and implement innovative methods of recruiting students whose talent, temperament, and perspective of thought and experience will contribute to the education of everyone in the UNC community and help the University achieve its mission.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills. Requires critical thinking, sound judgment, creativity, and a passion to help students overcome obstacles and realize their college-going potential. Strong writing, public speaking, and presentation skills. Ability to work with both students and adults in a professional and courteous manner. An interest in engaging in both admissions review and recruitment activities within their respective seasons, understanding there are months focused heavily on travel and months focused heavily on application review.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

One to two years of experience in admissions, recruitment, student aid, college access, education, or a related field are preferred. Proficiency in a second language, especially Spanish or Mandarin, is preferred.