Posting Information

Department

School of Law-360001

Career Area

Student Services

Posting Open Date

08/21/2026

Application Deadline

09/03/2026

Open Until Filled

Position Type

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title

Assistant Director of Recruitment and Engagement

Appointment Type

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number

00031928

Vacancy ID

NF0009974

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time Permanent

FTE

Hours per week

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$55,000 - $75,000

Proposed Start Date

09/14/2026

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

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.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

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.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The University of North Carolina, School of Law aspires to be a great public law school. Toward this end, it pursues a fourfold mission: to prepare outstanding lawyers and leaders for the bar, the bench, all public and private law settings, and public service; to make nationally and internationally significant legal and policy contributions through an ambitious agenda of research and scholarship; to instill lifelong ethical values, dedication to the cause of justice and a lasting commitment to pro bono and public service; and, to serve the legal profession, the people and institutions of North Carolina, the nation and the world.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Recruitment and Engagement serves as the initial point of contact for prospective applicants/students who call, email, or visit the School of Law. They are responsible for counseling prospective students; implementing and running in-person visit programs; coordinating and managing two admitted student days; reviewing application files and making admission recommendations; coordinating registration and shipping materials for recruitment events; traveling nationally for recruitment events; serving as secondary database (UNITE and SLATE) processor and manager; and directing the Carolina Law Ambassadors program. The Assistant Director reports to the Assistant Dean for Admissions and works closely with them on the overall efforts to recruit, admit, and enroll students to the School of Law who help us pursue and meet our mission.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. The position requires the ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as to work within a team when necessary; the maturity, confidence, and discretion in handling confidential materials and information as well as in interacting with prospective students, current law students, faculty, staff, alumni, and high-profile guests of the School of Law; the ability to manage work processes and shift priorities to meet the needs of the office on a day-to-day basis; the ability to make decisions on the fly according to policy and procedural guidelines; the ability to coordinate operations and manage work performance of staff in the absence of the manager; the ability to give good client/customer service; and the ability to run reports and analyze data to ensure the proper maintenance of information/records and programming events.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Experience in law school admissions. Experience using Aces2, Unite, or other comparable enrollment management databases.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to lift/carry roughly 30lbs and travel frequently

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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