Assistant Director of Admissions Communications

The University of North Carolina; Barnard (VT); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina in Charlotte, NC seeks an Assistant Director of Admissions Communications to support Undergraduate Admissions and its partners, focusing on email development, site updates, and enrollment communications. The role blends content creation with data-informed strategy.

The position requires collaboration with EPC and admissions teams, occasional evening/weekend hours, and potential telework after onboarding. A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with recruitment communications and email platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with email strategy execution for Admissions and its partners.
• Supports website content updates using content management systems.
• Uses basic analytics to inform communications strategy and reports.
• Collaborates with EPC team and Admissions partners on routine tasks.
• Participates in EPC, Enrollment Management, and University committees as assigned.
• May train and supervise student staff and contribute to projects and events.

Skills

Email strategy

Content updates

Analytics

Committee participation

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Slate

WordPress

Google Analytics

Salesforce

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Assistant Director of Admissions Communications

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to All Candidates

Employment Type Permanent - Full-time

If time-limited, note appointment end date

Hours per week 40

Months per year 12

Position Number 000060

NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC13

Classification Title Public Communications Specialist - Journey

Working Title Assistant Director of Admissions Communications

Salary Range $50,586 - $55,000

Anticipate Hiring Range $50,586 - $55,000

FLSA Status Non Exempt

Division Academic Affairs

Work Unit Office of Enrollment Communications

Work Schedule 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into the position is complete and with supervisor approval.

Primary Purpose of Position This position serves as the Assistant Director of Admissions Communications, with responsibility for supporting communication efforts for Undergraduate Admissions and its strategic partners (e.g., Honors College), including assisting with email development and distribution; website content updates; and communications execution specific to the enrollment funnel, with a primary focus on admissions operations. This position may support additional Admissions-focused projects and initiatives as assigned and participate in training, projects, and committees as directed.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

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

Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an ‘equivalent combination of education and experience.’ If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists with email strategy execution for Admissions and its partners, including crafting, editing, and sending assigned messages.
• Supports website content updates for Admissions and its assigned partners. Uses bulk email platforms (e.g., Slate), content management systems (e.g., WordPress), and basic analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Assists in utilizing data to inform Admissions communications strategy, including compiling basic reports.
• Works with EPC team and Admissions partners on routine tasks requiring attention to detail and follow-through.
• Participates in EPC, Enrollment Management, and University committees as assigned.
• May be involved with the training and supervision of student staff and participates in various projects and committees as directed.
• Provides support for EPC programs and events as needed/requested.

Other Work Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Experience working in communications, marketing, graphic design, or a similar area.
• Familiarity with communications and design tools such as Slate, Salesforce, or Adobe Creative Cloud is a plus.
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Basic understanding of communication techniques relevant to recruitment, including web and email.
• Experience writing and editing content; higher education admissions or recruitment experience a plus.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

Work Location

Posting date 10/12/2026

Closing date 10/19/2026

Proposed Hire Date 12/01/2026

Contact Information

9201 University City BlvdCharlotte, NC 28223