Director of Enrollment Initiatives & Partnerships #000215 University of North Carolina Asheville

• 4.0 Asheville, NC Job Details Full-time $70,000
• $75,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Project reporting Academic institution experience Student performance data analysis Employee relationship building Data summary reports Admissions and enrollment management Experience at colleges/universities University experience Full Job Description Director of Enrollment Initiatives & Partnerships #000215 Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system.

UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville's commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. To be considered, application must be made online. Attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of professional references (including complete contact information with name, title, address, email, and phone) to complete the application. For questions and additional information, please contact Meghan Harte Weyant at Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Posting Details Position Information UNC Asheville Overview Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community. In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025. Research.com

• #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC US News & World Report
• #9 in Top Public Schools Princeton Reviews
• #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans
• eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.

Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. Position Type EHRA Staff Title Director of Enrollment Initiatives & Partnerships #000215 Position Number 000215 Recruitment Range $70,000

• 75,000 Work Schedule and Hours Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.

m. to 5:00 p.m., but extended afternoon, evening, and weekend work is required to be successful in this position. Travel is required for advancing recruitment efforts. Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, the Director of Enrollment Initiatives & Partnerships holds primary responsibility for operationalizing and cross-campus coordination of the division's enrollment management initiative and partnerships. This position plays a lead role in driving institutional management around growth and retention, translating University-level planning into operational project management and coordinated action. The Director bridges divisional programming, institutional data, and cross-campus collaboration to produce measurable improvements in enrollment, persistence, and graduation. This position holds decision making authority within the VCSA space and SEM initiatives. The Director ensures initiatives are planned, tracked, assessed and communicated with fidelity. The Director oversees the design of collaborative plans and onboarding pathways serving prospective and returning students across the admissions, enrollment, financial aid, and broader college life cycle, directing the staff and partner offices. This position serves as a primary point of contact for students and families, providing personalized guidance to help students navigate challenges and barriers to enrollment and retention. The Director maintains command of institutional, UNC System, state, and federal regulations governing enrollment, holds the division accountable for compliance, and represents the University on relevant committees and in cross-institutional forums, bringing strategic recommendations directly to University leadership. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills A master's degree in higher education administration, public administration, project management, or a directly related field is required. Experience in higher education in a role directly related to enrollment management, retention, student success, or project/program coordination is required. Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support student success goals is required. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills Master's degree. Demonstrated experience managing institutional projects or initiatives from planning through assessment. Demonstrated success in working with a team. Experience developing strong teams fostered by a collaborative culture. A commitment to fostering collaborative culture. Familiarity with Slate (Technolutions) and the UNC System is a plus. Possess strong critical thinking skills, curiosity, administrative acumen, experience in budget management, a commitment to staff development, and a passion for empowering students through the college admission process. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams, meet deadlines, and communicate progress clearly. Demonstrated ability to identify, collect, analyze, and present student success data in written and verbal form for varied audiences. Excellent analytical skills in interpreting both quantitative and qualitative data. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; able to work effectively across divisions with administrators, faculty, and students. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); working knowledge of data visualization and reporting tools. Working knowledge of Banner, EAB Navigate (E4U), Degree Works, Canvas, and related student success platforms strongly preferred. Understanding of enrollment management strategy, student retention models, and student success frameworks in higher education. Experience working with diverse student populations in a higher education setting. Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Posting Detail Information Special Instructions to the Applicant To be considered, application must be made online. Attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of professional references (including complete contact information with name, title, address, email, and phone) to complete the application. For questions and additional information, please contact Meghan Harte Weyant at Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Posting Number E0589 Posting date 09/04/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Background/E-Verify UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. University Safety The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report . For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at (828) 232-5658 or email . The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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