Director, Asian American Center

About the job

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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

The Asian American Center advances the University’s educational mission through academic inquiry, student engagement, public programming, and community partnerships. The Center creates opportunities for members of the Carolina community to deepen their understanding of histories, cultures, and communities; supports interdisciplinary learning and leadership development; and connects campus expertise with communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through programs, partnerships, and public service, the Center contributes to a welcoming learning environment and expands access to educational and engagement opportunities for students and the broader University community.

Position Summary

The Director provides strategic and administrative leadership for the Asian American Center within the Division of Student Success. The Director is responsible for the Center’s programs, operations, financial stewardship, fundraising, external relations, and day-to-day administration. As the Center’s primary staff member, the Director directly plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs and engagement activities while establishing priorities, managing the budget, maintaining effective administrative processes, and ensuring alignment with University policies and divisional goals. The Director builds productive relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, community partners, and University colleagues to advance academic inquiry, student engagement, belonging, public service, and access. The Director also leads resource development in partnership with University Development and works collaboratively with advisory and volunteer groups that support the Center’s mission.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Demonstrated ability to lead a mission-driven cultural, academic, or community-engagement organization.
• Progressively responsible experience in organizational leadership, program administration, fiscal management, fundraising or resource development, and partnership building.
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs and public-facing activities; manage multiple priorities and deadlines; develop and administer budgets; establish effective administrative processes; and work within institutional policies and procedures.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, community organizations, and University leaders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and demonstrated capacity to represent an organization in campus and external settings.
• Knowledge of the Center’s subject matter, mission, and communities, or the demonstrated ability to develop that knowledge and apply it thoughtfully in program and partnership development.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in higher education, preferably at a public research university.
• Experience with donor cultivation, grant development, alumni engagement, advisory or volunteer groups, outcomes assessment, and the administration of cultural, academic, or community-engagement programs.

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.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.