Associate Director of Masters’ Programs and Academic Initiatives

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Associate Director of Masters’ programs and academic initiatives to advance strategic academic projects, program evaluation, and alumni engagement.

The role supports curriculum development, works with faculty directors, and collaborates to enhance student professional development and enrollment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with faculty, instructors, and students.
• Subject matter knowledge in public health, healthcare administration, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and lead high-quality programs.

Responsibilities

• Support development and management of strategic academic initiatives.
• Support faculty directors in program evaluation and operations.
• In partnership with Alumni Affairs, support alumni engagement and student professional development.

Skills

Collaboration with faculty

Public health knowledge

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Strategic & organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Post-Baccalaureate degree or foreign equivalent

Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department:

Health Policy and Management-461001

Career Area :

Academic Administration

Posting Open Date:

09/15/2026

Application Deadline:

09/29/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Associate Director of Masters’ Programs and Academic Initiatives

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20040911

Vacancy ID:

NF0010023

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$75,000.00 - $100,000.00 (commensurate with experience)

Proposed Start Date:

10/05/2026

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:

Our top-ranked Department of Health Policy and Management trains the next generation of leaders in management, policy making and research to address the complex challenges of health care delivery and produce cutting-edge research. We prepare our students to improve population health both domestically and globally. We are committed to ensuring that all people – irrespective of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, geographic origin, religion or economic resources – have access to high-quality health care services.

Position Summary:

The Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM), Gillings School of Global Public Health at The University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill offers residential and executive Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), and residential Masters of Science in Public Health (MSPH – currently paused for market alignment updates) degree programs. HPM is engaged in significant strategic planning work to increase enrollment, diversify course and program offerings, engage alumni, connect with employers and other external stakeholders, and position HPM’s programs in a competitive higher educational environment. Thus, the department is seeking a professional, non-faculty, Associate Director of Masters’ programs who will: 1) support development and management of strategic academic initiatives to ensure that HPM’s curriculum prepares students for current career options and provides opportunities for life-long learning; 2) Support the faculty directors of Masters’ programs in program evaluation and operations; and 3) in partnership with the HPM Associate Chair for Alumni Affairs, support alumni engagement and student professional development.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to the development or administration of academic standards or curricula, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Experience collaborating and working effectively with faculty, instructors, and students.
• Subject matter knowledge in public health, healthcare administration, healthcare policy, management, or other related fields.
• Demonstrated experience independently planning, implementing, and leading high-quality programs and events.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong strategic and organizational skills; able to plan and meet tight deadlines, in addition to pivoting directions.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office. Must be comfortable and experienced in using technology.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a workplace environment in which people from different backgrounds and perspectives feel welcome and valued.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Experience with online learning, web conferencing, learning management systems (specifically Canvas), or online learning communities is strongly desired.
• Experience with curriculum design, academic product development, or non-traditional educational product development is desired.
• Experience preparing materials for and participating in degree program accreditation and self-study processes is preferred.
• Experience with outreach, graphic design, market research, and marketing is desired.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

Position requires flexible hours including occasional evenings and/or weekends. May occasionally require travel to relevant conferences, alumni events, and employers.

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.

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.