Department: SOP-Experiential Prog-450203
Career Area : Student Services
Posting Open Date: 04/10/2024
Application Deadline: 04/24/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Director of Experiential Programs
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: ********
Vacancy ID: NF0008034
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: $78,000 - $90,000
Proposed Start Date: 05/13/2024
Be a Tar Heel!: A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.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 UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy ( is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (
Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service. Position Summary: Experiential education, specifically early, continual, and immersive clinical learning, is a hallmark and guiding principle for the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. The Office of Experiential Programs complements the School's academic mission and is responsible for (1) building and sustaining strategic partnerships for the delivery of the experiential education program; (2) creating the vision and learning outcomes for these experiences in collaboration with our experiential partners and the School; (3) forming the practice site teams needed to fully execute on implementing these experiences; (4) increasing engagement of preceptors in contemporary preceptor training and development programs; (5) collaborating with our student affairs office to provide support to our students and practice sites; (6) overseeing operations to maintain 2400 student months of experiential training annually at over 400 sites with more than 800 preceptors, working with over 550 students; and (7) assessing and sharing the results of our experiential program internally and externally.
The Office of Experiential Programs is comprised of a number of experiential programs faculty and professional staff, each with specified areas of responsibility. The Office of Experiential Programs functions as a cohesive unit where teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are encouraged and celebrated. The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is recruiting for a Director of Experiential Programs to evaluate, lead, and develop daily operations of the experiential team such as clinical placement, systems management, faculty/preceptor training and financial management support services to enhance the off-campus practical learning experiences for students and development and education of faculty/preceptors. The Director of Experiential Programs reports to the Senior Director of Experiential Programs and leads a team of employees in reaching the goals of the unit. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: * Minimum of one-year supervisory experience
* Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent organization and communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams
* Superior interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with a wide variety of constituents
* Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: * Familiarity with clinical education programs and database management
* 5 years of professional experience preferred
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.
