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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 is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Director for Student Engagement is a member of the Highsmith Student Union team. The mission of Highsmith Student Union is to provide a dynamic and inclusive experience where quality facilities and services meet engaging programs and activities centered on helping students excel well beyond graduation. The Assistant Director reports directly to the Associate Director of Programming.

Student Programming Board
The Assistant Director is responsible for coordinating, advising, and supervising the student programming board, Asheville Campus Entertainment (ACE) in collaboration with the Highsmith Student Marketing team ACE is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing quality social, cultural, and educational programming for the university community, including, but not limited to, commuter student programs, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming, and Lawn Party. This person is responsible for strategic program planning, marketing, execution, assessment, and student growth and development to engage students out of the classroom. Other responsibilities include managing the budgets for ACE programming, Weeks of Welcome, and student payroll, as well as developing and maintaining a consistent print and online media presence and additional administrative functions related to programmatic efforts of the Department and University.

Fraternity & Sorority Life
This person is responsible for coordinating, advising, and supporting the growth of fraternities and sororities at UNC Asheville. The position will advise, coordinate, and guide the Fraternity & Sorority Life program consisting of three organizations and provide oversight to the Inter-Greek Council and the Order of Omega. This person will be expected to develop and implement a plan for expanding the Fraternity & Sorority Community through the appropriate advisement of chapters that meet the student need on campus.

Student Marketing Team
Supervise the Highsmith Student Marketing Team which includes graphic designers, videographers, photographers, and the Marketing Manager. The Marketing Team is responsible for developing, designing, distributing, and promoting content for various programs and resources specific to Highsmith Student Union including but not limited to the Asheville Campus Entertainment student programming board, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming, and more. This position is responsible for managing the digital signage in Highsmith Student Union.

This position requires a Master's degree in Student Personnel, Student Development, Higher Education, or a related field. Candidates in the final semester of completing a degree in these fields may also be considered.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working in a higher education setting. The ideal candidate will also have strong organizational skills and written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of and/or experience working with development identity issues of today's college student is desired.