Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Number |
013151 |
| Functional Title |
Assistant Director for Career Development |
| Position Type |
Staff |
| 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 |
The mission of the Career and Professional Development (
CPD) is to provide professional guidance and resources to undergraduate and graduate students and alumni for their lifelong career development. Programs and services are designed to educate, counsel, and involve students and alumni in career planning and decision-making, experimental learning, continuing education, and/or employment search activities. To provide these programs and services, the Career Services Center establishes mutually beneficial relationships with students, alumni, employers, faculty, staff, and the community. |
| Position Summary |
The Assistant Director for Career Development plays a key role in helping students become career-ready and prepared for their next steps after graduation. This position provides career coaching to students in undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as recent graduates, to maximize their career development and readiness, with an increasing focus on proactive programming and scalable career readiness resources and initiatives . In addition to career coaching, this role conducts career development workshops and seminars on topics including self-assessment, resume development, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
This role is ideal for a strategic problem-solver who approaches career development with creativity, innovation, and a consultant mindset, seeking to understand student needs, identify gaps, and develop impactful career initiatives. Someone who is curious, adaptable, and student-centered, with a passion for equipping students with the skills and confidence to navigate their careers.
The Assistant Director works closely with the Associate Director and a team of professionals on all planning and future initiatives. Reports directly to Associate Director for Career Development. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- Master's degree in Higher Education, Human Resources, Counseling, Business, or a closely related field; or bachelor's plus equivalent and relevant industry-based experience depending on the length and depth of the experience.
- At least 1 year of experience in career services, counseling, outplacement, recruiting, HR, higher education environment, or relevant field.
- Knowledge of career development principles and effective coaching strategies.
- Ability to design and deliver career programming, workshops, and events that scale support for students to enhance career readiness.
- Proven record of problem-solving with the ability to assess challenges, propose creative solutions, and innovation skills.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to engage students, campus partners and faculty, the public, and other staff members to accomplish office goals.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance short-term needs and long-term goals.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and sensitive information.
- Proficiency with relevant computer programs and database entry and management.
- Ability to work some evening and/or weekend hours as required.
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| Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- 1-3 years of experience in career services, counseling, outplacement, recruiting, HR, higher education environment, or relevant field.
- Experience providing one-on-one and group-based career coaching to students at various stages of career development and readiness.
- Knowledge of leadership, work style, and personality tests and assessments.
- Knowledge and understanding of employment trends, job market insights, and career development best practices.
- Experience or working knowledge of career platforms (e.g., Handshake, LinkedIn, Vmock, Big Interview, etc.) and virtual engagement tools for coaching and programming.
- Experience designing and delivering presentations with the ability to adjust based on audience needs.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Recruitment Range |
$55,000 - $57,000 |
| Org #-Department |
Career & Professional Dev. - 44603 |
| Job Open Date |
05/23/2025 |
| For Best Consideration Date |
06/16/2025 |
| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| FTE |
1.000 |
| Type of Appointment |
Permanent |
| If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. |
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| Number of Months per Year |
12 |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
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The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
$55,000 - $57,000
May 24, 2025