Position Summary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an innovative, hard-working, caring, and collaborative professional to serve as an Assistant Director for Community Outreach and Admissions for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The position will be an active member of the community and surrounding counties; collaborate with local districts, schools, counties, the Carolina College Advising Corps, and community-based organizations; participate in school and local events; counsel military families and their dependents, and high school counselors about financial aid and admission to Carolina; and collaborate with others to develop and implement innovative methods of recruiting, evaluating, and enrolling talented and diverse students from the local area. The individual will read admissions applications and serve as a voting member of the admissions committee. This position will support the University’s mission of enriching the lives of the people of North Carolina, with a specific emphasis on communities that serve military families and their dependents. The successful candidate will demonstrate an outstanding ability to plan, lead, and collaborate with others; think critically and strategically; care for students, families, and other constituents; identify and assess opportunities to recruit and form partnerships that focus on recruitment and service to military families and their dependents; and speak and write clearly and persuasively. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a strong commitment to Carolina’s mission, a keen interest in the identification and recruitment of a diverse and exceptionally talented student body, and an ability to work effectively with colleagues who have diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

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.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Experience working with military families, familiarity with the counties served, and proficiency in a second language, especially Spanish, are preferred. 1 to 2 years of experience in admissions, recruitment, student aid, college access, education, or a related field are preferred.