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Chancellor's Fellow

Employer
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
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Education, Educational Administration & Leadership
Position Type
Postdoc
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Department:

Office of the Chancellor-200100

Career Area :

Academic Administration

Posting Open Date:

12/16/2024

Application Deadline:

01/31/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Chancellor's Fellow

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

01004836

Vacancy ID:

NF0008755

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1 (filling 3 positions - 01004836, 20045863, 20035846)

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$43,000

Proposed Start Date:

06/09/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

Renowned as a global leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill stands as one of the nation’s top public universities. Beyond its accolades for a stunning campus, world-class medical care, and commitment to the arts, Carolina boasts a vibrant culture of interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration. This unique atmosphere extends beyond the classroom and into the very structure of the university and its interactions with other organizations. From top-tier athletic programs to its prestigious academic environment, Carolina offers an ideal setting for both work and learning, where synergy of diverse disciplines thrives.The Chancellor’s Office is committed to providing fellows with a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth and skill development. Whether fellows aspire to continuing in higher education or pursue careers in other industries, the fellowship provides fellows with many opportunities to explore and expand their skillset. Additionally, UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance, all of which are accessible to fellows during their time here.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Chancellor’s Office is responsible for carrying out policies of two governing boards: the UNC System’s Board of Governors and the University’s Board of Trustees. This office also makes recommendations to the president regarding academic program development, personnel matters (subject to policies of the Governors and Trustees), and budget development. The Chancellor’s Office maintains wide discretion in decision-making with regard to student affairs (subject to policies of the governing boards) and other aspects of the administration of the University, as provided under the General Statutes of North Carolina and the UNC Code.

Position Summary:

Chancellor’s Fellows will be selected from the UNC-Chapel Hill graduating class of 2025 to serve a one-year appointment (June 9, 2025-May 31, 2026). Fellows have the opportunity to explore the policies, practices and operations of a large research university and interact regularly with senior leaders. Recent graduates interested in higher education administration and public service are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be self-motivated and detail-oriented, with demonstrated academic excellence and a history of engagement at Carolina in areas such as service and student leadership.

This fellowship is a project-based program.
* Fellows complete a year-long project and then a range of projects during summer, fall, and spring on pan-university initiatives.
* Past projects have included supporting the Tar Heel Bus Tour, implementing the School of Data Science and Society, writing digital communications for Campus Health, establishing a mentorship program for Carolina students and alumni, conducting quantitative and qualitative research for the Graduate Student Experience, and making policy recommendations for senior leadership.
* The Chancellor’s Fellows work collaboratively supporting various functions and special projects in the Office of the Chancellor and Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost.

Work and Life Skills
* Candidates must exhibit skills in project management, critical thinking, research, and business communications. While Fellows will be assigned specific projects, selected candidates should be flexible to take on additional projects as they may arise.
* Selected candidates will be expected to handle confidential, sensitive information; exercise excellent professional judgement and discretion; and interact appropriately with Carolina constituencies including senior officers, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members.
* Candidates are expected to be available to work on-site, regularly staffing the Chancellor at various events around campus, and working with others on the Chancellor’s Office staff to coordinate and execute events, including set-up, break-down, and day-of needs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Graduate with a bachelor’s degree or higher from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the most recent graduating class (Dec. 2024 or May 2025).

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Exhibit exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
* Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a professional setting (including willingness to work occasional nights and weekends)
* Strong ability to plan and prioritize work
* Ability to work independently and as a productive team member
* Committed to serving the diverse needs of our Carolina community
* Experience in Microsoft Office, and visual representation of data (charts, infographics etc.)
* Strong writing, research, analytical, and project management skills
* Passion for higher education and public service
* Ability to assist with the execution of events, including being physically present at functions coordinated by the Chancellor’s and Provost’s Offices

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Applicants should be motivated and detail-oriented, with demonstrated academic excellence and a history of engagement at Carolina in areas such as service and student leadership.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and move items up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to see and respond to situations quickly and efficiently, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

  • We will be looking to fill three (3) positions (01004836, 20045863, 20035846)
  • Submit a cover letter and resume which demonstrate the skills you bring to this role and your interest in the position.
  • Submit a short video (link here: https://forms.office.com/r/BZBFy64NaR ) summarizing one of the following in 90 seconds or less:
  1. Tell us about a project or initiative you led during your time at Carolina and what you learned from that experience.
  2. Choose a current issue facing American higher education and share how it has impacted the Carolina Community.
If you need accommodations to complete the video, please contact the University’s Equal Opportunity and Compliance Office (EOC) at accommodations@unc.edu; please reference this posting and identify the needed accommodation when you email.

Applications will only be considered if your CV/resume, cover letter, and the video response are received before the application deadline.

Organization

The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.

Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.


Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894

Total Student Enrollment: 30,011

Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States

Type of Institution: Public, four-year

Undergraduate Admission: 15,961

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039

Total Student Enrollment: 26,000

Faculty: 3,000

Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent

Faculty/student ratio: 1/14

Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.

Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.

Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400

Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.

Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!

Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu

Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu

Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.

Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career

Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.

Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.

Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci

The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad

The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors

Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.

UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.

UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.

Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.

Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm

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