Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Programs
University of North Carolina Wilmington
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Job summary
University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks an Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Programs to plan and implement co-curricular programs that enhance the student experience. The role oversees two Coordinators and advises ACE and campus programming boards while serving as curator for the Ann Flack Boseman Art Gallery with 4-6 yearly exhibits.
The position also leads Campus Life marketing, overseeing social media, website content, copy and design editing, and video editing.
Qualifications
- Master's degree required.
- 3+ years of professional experience in programming or student affairs.
- Experience with program development and evaluation.
- Experience using assessment data to inform programming and business practices.
- Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate students.
- Experience developing program marketing and using social media platforms.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement co-curricular programs to enhance student experience and engagement.
- Hire, train, and supervise two Coordinators to develop ACE and campus programming boards.
- Curate the Ann Flack Boseman Art Gallery with 4-6 exhibits yearly.
- Lead Campus Life marketing including social media, website, copy/editing, and video editing.
- Apply student development theory and best practices to supervision, advising, and program development.
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At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.
Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life-creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.
As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.
Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Programs
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40864
E1620
7622
Main UNCW Campus
Arts & Programs - 40131
Student Affairs - 40 Division
The Assistant Director is responsible for planning and implementing co-curricular programs that enhance the student experience and support retention and engagement of all students. The position hires, trains, and supervises two professional Coordinators to develop and advise the Association of Campus Entertainment (ACE), and the campus-wide programming board. As the Ann Flack Boseman Art Gallery's curator, this position also curates 4-6 exhibits yearly. The Assistant Director hires, trains, and supervises the Campus Life marketing team and is responsible for departmental marketing initiatives, including, but not limited to social media account management, website content, copy and design editing, video editing and more. The Assistant Director will incorporate student development theory and best practices in student affairs, high-impact practices, and applied learning into supervision, advising, and program development.
- Master's degree and 3 or more years of professional experience is required.
- Successful programming experience to a diverse audiences.
- Knowledge and experience in program development and evaluation.
- Experience utilizing assessment data to inform programming and business practices.
- Experience supervising and advising undergraduate and graduate students.
- Experience developing program marketing and use of social media platforms.
- Knowledge of performance contract processes, preferably in a higher education setting.
- Knowledge of basic budgeting principles.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent writing and editing abilities and experience.
- Experience with social media and design platforms (i.e., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
- Experience with Engage (Anthology) or other student engagement and student organization management platforms.
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The Division of Student Affairs consists of 13 functional departments, each of which is responsible for providing a variety of student support, service, and educational programs which are accessible to all members of the university community. The staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom. We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.
The Campus Life department supports and gives direction to out-of-classroom learning. Based on the philosophy that learning is not confined to the classroom but is constant and on-going, the mission of the department is to facilitate the educational process by providing a laboratory experience for student growth, and an arena for the development of cultural, social, leadership, and engagement awareness. This is accomplished through the administration of the Fisher Student Center, University Union, Burney Center and Warwick Center and their programs and services, by providing guidance and resources to student leaders and organizations and serving as the campus' central point of reference regarding leadership development, student activities and organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and community engagement.
Campus Life also serves as the first point of contact for conference and event planning and assumes the space scheduling coordination function for all campus space (except for academic course scheduling) and works with campus space stewards in various departments throughout campus to ensure timely, coordinated service for all customers.
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. UNCW is distinguished by its commitment to putting students first, supporting world-class faculty and staff, delivering transformative learning experiences, and leveraging its unique proximity to the ocean. Recognized nationally for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and reflects emerging industries and interdisciplinary innovation.
A public institution with nearly20,000students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's first bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Founded as Wilmington College in 1947, UNCW moved to its present location in the heart of New Hanover County in 1961. The 660‑acre campus is only minutes from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington and features Georgian architecture and designated conservation areas. Wilmington International Airport (ILM) provides commercial air service to cities both domestic and abroad and is just six miles from the UNCW campus.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Single Incumbent
12 Months
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Permanent
09/23/2026
10/19/2026
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