Associate Director of Admissions - Morganton

Agency North Carolina School of Science , Math Division VC for Academic Programs Job Classification Title Student Admissions, Assoc Director (NS) Position Number  Grade FLATRATE

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free.

Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu.

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CLASSIFICATION

TITLE:

Admissions Counselor

WORKING TITLE:

Associate Director of Admissions DEPARTMENT:
Office of Admissions POSITION NUMBER:

POSITION LOCATION:

Morganton Campus POSTING DATE:
October 9, 2026 CLOSING DATE:
October 24, 2026
** This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed. POSITION TYPE: EPS, 1.0 FTE HIRING SALARY RANGE: $76,352.00 Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.

NCSSM and the Office of Admissions foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Associate Director, NCSSM-Morganton will be responsible for recruiting, identifying, and selecting middle and high school students who are highly talented in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) from across the state of North Carolina. Additionally, this position will serve as the lead communications coordinator that will play a key role in monitoring the best trends in the Admissions/Enrollment industry to determine necessary adjustments.

The individual will serve as the liaison with the NCSSM Communications department in writing, developing, marketing, promoting, and executing all admissions communications for distribution to prospective students, families, and constituents. This position possesses the skills to write, review and analyze all correspondence to ensure accuracy and appropriate language. Additionally, this position will serve as the liaison for the Financial Assistance Program (FAP) on the NCSSM-Morganton campus, which includes the ability to analyze and assess credentials/documents to make accurate determinations for families participating in the FAP.

The Associate Director will also be responsible for the oversight of the Student Ambassador program on the NCSSM-Morganton campus.

Collaborate with the Associate Director for Recruitment (Durham) to utilize data and other instruments for scheduling and conducting NCSSM admissions presentations in targeted areas focusing on areas where NCSSM presence is needed; research student, alumni, and parent contacts that possibly yield presentations and webinars; coordinate day, evening, and weekend presentations to promote the distinctive programs (Online, Residential, Summer Ventures, NCSSM Connect) offered at NCSSM;

ensure that recruitment strategies align with the set goals for the UNC System and NCSSM; and at all times, execute a high level of customer service when communicating with prospective students, families, and constituents.

The position will collaborate with the Office of Admissions leadership and the NCSSM Communications team to design and market materials and content that highlight the…