Assistant Director of Data & Assessment

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department SA UNC Career Center-643001 Career Area Student Services Posting Open Date 05/27/2026 Application Deadline 06/17/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Assistant Director of Data & Assessment Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 20010013 Vacancy ID NF0009789 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $54,249 - $70,000 Proposed Start Date 07/13/2026

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

UNC Career Center provides personalized and innovative career education to empower student success and transformation. Our vision is for all UNC-Chapel Hill students to create lives of purpose and prosperity in alignment with their personal goals. Our services include individual career advising, internship and employment search assistance, workshops on career readiness, on-campus interviewing, graduate school preparation, internship and job listings, and occupational information.

Position Summary

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.

Under the direction of Associate Director of Marketing & Analytics, the Assistant Director of Data & Assessment plays a pivotal role in the UNC Career Center by leading data-informed decision-making, continuous improvements efforts, and measuring outcomes. This position is responsible for designing and implementing assessment strategies, managing data collection and analysis, developing clear data visualization tools, and providing actionable insights to enhance the effectiveness of the UNC Career Centers programs, services, and initiatives. The Assistant Director will collaborate with all UNC Career Center staff, partner with distributed career teams across UNC, employers, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to ensure UNC Career Center activities align with institutional goals and respond effectively to the needs of students, employers, and alumni.

The Assistant Director will oversee the UNC Career Center assessment efforts, survey construction, and reporting efforts. This role will also lead the Universitys First Destination Survey (FDS) efforts which includes collaborating with campus stakeholders (e.g., Registrar, Office of Institutional Research, etc.), partnering with career colleagues across campus, ensuring the comprehensive collection of career outcomes, developing data visualizations of student & employer data, upholding data security and data governance procedures, and assisting with storytelling efforts.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelors degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Analytical mind and problem solver with ability to think strategically.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of and experience with program assessment.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to use discretion and professional judgement.
• Ability to establish rapport and relate well to students, faculty, employers, alumni, donors, and staff.
• Ability to collaborate and foster a spirit of engagement.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Willingness to learn and use new and emerging technologies including social media and online resources.
• Knowledge of program evaluation and assessment techniques.
• Experience with survey design and data analysis.
• Proficiency in data collection, data analytics, and data visualization tools (e.g., Qualtrics, Excel, Tableau, Power Bi etc.)
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively create and deliver presentations and workshops to large audiences.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Masters degree in data research, data analytics, data science, data research, business administration, higher education, or other related fields.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in data analysis, assessment, or related roles, preferably within higher education or a career services environment.
• Advanced experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R), and database management.
• Demonstrated leadership in building relationships and networks.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with campus leaders, faculty, staff, and students across a variety of units and divisions.
• Experience with assessment and reporting for accreditation purposes.
• Computer proficiency (specifically Microsoft Office Suite and industry standard career management systems, Handshake).
• Experience working in a career services or student affairs environment.
• Understanding of career education, career readiness, work-based learning, and/or emerging trends within experiential learning.
• Understanding of business development, relationship development/management, corporate relations, alumni relations, and/or fundraising.
• Valid NC Drivers License or eligibility to hold a valid NC Drivers License.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/319587

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Teresa Holt, Help Desk Agent Department Contact Telephone or Email tlholt@email.unc.edu Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Certification/licenses

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or mostly closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.
• Bachelors degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
• Bachelor's degree in any field/discipline
• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline
• None of the above