Assistant Dean of UGE and Director of University Advising Center

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: about 7 hours ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 08 Feb 2026

Position Information
General Information


Position Number 005005
Vacancy Open to UNC Charlotte Employees Only
Working Title Assistant Dean of UGE and Director of University Advising Center
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Academic Affairs
Department University College (Adm)
Work Location Colvard
Salary Range $95,000 - $98,532
Primary Purpose of Department
The University College Academic Advising Office supports students exploring or transitioning between majors. Utilizing a developmental advising model, the unit empowers students to navigate academic policies, connect with campus resources, and build the accountability necessary for academic and co-curricular success.
Primary Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Advising & Experiential Learning, the Assistant Dean/Director provides strategic vision and operational leadership for the University College’s academic advising functions. This role oversees student-centered advising practices, manages academic policy decisions (including appeals and petitions), and fosters a collaborative culture of retention and engagement. The Assistant Dean/Director serves as a primary liaison to university partners to ensure advising services are integrated with institutional goals and student success initiatives.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Personnel Management | 30%
  • Visionary Leadership: Align advising practices with the university’s mission and strategic priorities; develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan for the department.
  • Staff Supervision: Direct recruitment, training, and performance evaluation for a team of 13 advising and administrative staff which includes five direct reports. Foster a culture of professional excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Budget & Resource Management: Strategically allocate departmental resources and manage the advising office budget in coordination with University College leadership.
  • Policy Oversight: Establish criteria and provide final oversight for suspension appeals, readmission applications, and academic petitions.


2. Student Success Operations & Policy | 25%
  • Advising Excellence: Oversee the delivery of developmental, student-centered advising that leverages innovative strategies and technology (e.g., virtual tools, student information systems) to enhance accessibility.
  • Retention Initiatives: Design and implement interventions for at-risk students, including those facing academic crises or barriers to graduation.
  • Policy Advocacy: Interpret, uphold, and initiate changes to university academic policies to improve institutional efficiency and student progress.
  • Direct Support: Maintain a limited student caseload and support students/families in resolving complex academic issues.
  • Exploring Majors/Careers Services Integration: Collaborate strategically with the Senior Program Director of career education in the University Career Center to co-develop and operationalize integrated academic advising and career coaching models that guide exploring students and students in major transition.


3. Campus Collaboration & Outreach | 20%
  • Liaison & Partnership: Foster strong partnerships with Enrollment Management, The Peer Hub, Admissions, Career Center, and other academic units to ensure a seamless student transition and integrated support.
  • University Committees: Represent the department on university-wide committees related to student success, orientation, and academic standards.
  • Integrated Programming: Coordinate presence at admissions events, orientation, and welcome week; collaborate on co-curricular initiatives like study abroad and experiential learning.


4. Data Analysis & Program Assessment | 15%
  • Evidence-based Strategy: Transform complex institutional data (e.g., retention trends, course demand, and sequencing) into actionable insights for UGE leadership.
  • Quality Assurance & Benchmarking: Lead rigorous program reviews and benchmarking against peer institutions to measure the impact of advising interventions.
  • Progression Analysis: Identify and recommend solutions for barriers such as “hidden” prerequisites or major-change bottlenecks.
  • Data Fluency: Build capacity within the staff to use data tools for proactive outreach and caseload management.


5. Instruction & Direct Service | 10%
  • Teaching Requirement: Instruct one University College course per academic year in a field relevant to University College or student success.
  • Professional Engagement: Maintain active involvement in local, regional, and national professional organizations (e.g., NACADA) to stay current on industry trends.
  • Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Masters degree required.
  • At least 6 years of experience in higher education; majority working in an advising setting.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Terminal degree in higher education or related field.
  • Demonstrated experience providing leadership and supervision within an academic advising, student success, or higher education student services environment, including staff supervision, performance management, and professional development. Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic plans, programs, or initiatives that support student success, retention, progression, or graduation.
  • Demonstrated experience collecting, analyzing, and using student success, retention, or advising data to inform decision-making, assess program effectiveness, and support continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with campus partners and partners across academic and administrative units to advance student success initiatives, advising practices, and institutional goals.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist​.
  • If there is a document, you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application you may upload it to the “Other Documents” section of the Applicant Documents.
Posting Open Date 01/26/2026
Posting Close Date 02/08/2026
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 07/01/2026
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