Assistant Director of Admissions & Recruitment

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

At UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It's not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Assistant Director of Admissions & Recruitment (AD) is responsible for the strategy and implementation of campus visit, community outreach, and yield programming efforts. In partnership with UNC Admissions, the AD will manage, and host regular campus visit programming, and support the development of new and innovative recruitment efforts to better promote Kenan-Flagler across the state.

The AD will also partner with Kenan-Flagler Marketing and Communications to oversee admissions and recruitment-related collateral, including website, social media, presentation, and print materials.

In addition to recruitment, the AD will serve as an admissions counselor for both current and future UNC Pre-Business prospective students and reader for the various review cycles within the Undergraduate Business Program ( UBP).

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.

A prominent level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required, as well as a high level of comfort with Customer Relationship Management tools and social media. Ability to attend and/or manage events in the evening hours and some weekends during peak recruiting periods (August-November and January-April), and a willingness to travel a minimum of 5% to represent UNC Kenan-Flagler at national and international conferences and/or recruitment activities.

Candidates should demonstrate a professional demeanor, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility and a collaborative spirit are essential, along with the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to operational effectiveness, creativity, and innovation is crucial, as is a growth mindset for critical thinking and data analysis.

Candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling them to connect effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders, including parents, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and admissions professionals. Enthusiasm for promoting UNC and Kenan-Flagler and serving as a resource for prospective students.

One (1) or more years of experience in admissions, higher education, business development, recruiting, scholarship management and/or a minimum of three (3) years of related business experience in a relevant field.

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 document form upon hire.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.