Job Details

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Director of Interdisciplinary Studies - 3403

Position Number: 6087799
Location: Pembroke, NC
Position Type: Academic Advising

Director of Interdisciplinary Studies - 3403

Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Interdisciplinary Studies
Working Title: Director of Interdisciplinary Studies - 3403
Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements:

Terminal degree in a higher-education leadership, or a discipline related to the subject areas represented within the program.
A minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
A minimum of three years prior administrative, advising, or teaching experience in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and administrators.
Evidence of excellent planning, organizational, customer service, and leadership skills.
Experience with data analysis, predictive analytics, educational research methodology, online learning, and a demonstrated ability to work independently and think creatively.
Experience with strategic planning and the demonstrated ability to set and achieve measurable goals.
Demonstrated ability to implement and assess student success initiatives.
Strong communication skills including active listening, conflict management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and excellence in verbal and written communication.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position #: 3403
FLSA Status: Exempt
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
The Interdisciplinary Studies Program in the College of Arts and Sciences serves over five hundred students across various areas of the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree. The program is led by a Director overseeing two Academic Support Coordinators, providing academic advising to non-traditional learners in a largely online, asynchronous format. The program collaborates with faculty teaching in the discipline who are housed in other departments, and reports to the Associate Dean for Student Success in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Director of Interdisciplinary Studies provides leadership and vision, and is responsible for the overall administration of the program. The position supervises two direct reporting staff and collaborates with department chairs regarding additional faculty teaching in the program.

Job Description:
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Success and Curriculum in the College of Arts and Sciences, the Director is responsible for providing administrative oversight for the Interdisciplinary Studies program. This EHRA non-teaching position provides data-driven solutions targeting student recruitment and retention, maintains a caseload of assigned advisees, and manages two Academic Support Coordinators. Depending on qualifications, the Director may also choose to teach occasional Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) courses through an additional contract. Duties include managing outreach initiatives, providing curriculum oversight and development, data analysis, and strategic planning. The Director works to encourage departmental collaboration and establish programmatic assessment procedures.

Review of applicants will begin on April 15, 2025, and continue until filled. Successful candidates will be required to submit official academic transcripts.

This is an on-site, in-person position located in Pembroke, North Carolina

Management Preference:
Familiarity with southeastern NC, experience working with diverse populations, including non- traditional and adult learners, through programs delivered via multimodalities.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation:

Job Opening Date: 03/18/2025
Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Category: Managerial/Non-Faculty Professional
Posting Number: EPA01010

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12191