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Assistant Director of Outreach

University of North Texas - Denton
United States, Texas, Denton
1155 Union Circle (Show on map)
Nov 26, 2025
Title: Assistant Director of Outreach Employee Classification: Asst Dir Enrollment Mgmt Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Enrollment Management SubDivision-Department: UNT-Enrollment Management -Gen Department: UNT-Student Money Mgmt Center-161520 Job Location: Denton Salary: Commensurate with Experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Department Summary The primary purpose of the UNT OneStop is to provide a progressive and simplified student experience across the areas of financial aid, student accounting, money management/financial literacy & wellness, registrar, and admissions. Central to the UNT One Stop model is to promote a culture that supports customer service, student satisfaction, retention, and student success. Position Overview The Assistant Director serves as a key leader within the Student Money Management Center, overseeing the strategy, coordination, and delivery of student financial education outreach and student employment programs. This role provides subject-matter leadership on financial education content and ensures alignment and coordination with Enrollment Communications and other division marketing partners for all externally facing materials, campaigns, and messaging. The Assistant Director also provides strategic support for the center's financial coaching services, assessment efforts, and emergency assistance programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and student success outcomes. The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Student Money Management and serves as an integral member of the center's leadership team, contributing to organizational planning, operational effectiveness, and continuous service improvement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field and four years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Exceptional passion to serve students. Program management and supervision knowledge. Knowledge to address personal financial student situations. Facilitation and presentation skills. Problem solving and critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations in oral and written formats. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to conceptualize, design, plan and realize multiple programs and marketing activities simultaneously. Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgement, tact, and resourcefulness. Aptitude to build collaborative relationships within the team and across the University community. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of financial education topics and principles. Project management skills. Experience in marketing and communications. Experience in leading teams and creating program collaborations/partnerships. Required License/Registration/Certifications Required to be obtained within six months of hire: A valid and accredited certification in financial education or counseling, obtained from a recognized institution or certifying body. The certification must be current and in good standing at the time of application or attained within six months of hire. Job Duties Lead the development and coordination of a comprehensive student financial education outreach program, collaborations, and events that promote and expand financial literacy learning opportunities for students, in collaboration with the Director of Student Financial Literacy & Outreach, Senior Director-UNT One Stop, and executive leadership. Manage the SMMC's student employment program, including scheduling coordination and project assignments, and support the hiring, training, professional development, and performance evaluation processes. Partner with the Division's communications team to provide subject-matter expertise on financial education content and ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across digital and physical communication channels, in collaboration with the Director of Student Financial Literacy & Outreach and executive leadership. Conduct financial coaching with students through one-on-one in-person and virtual sessions, assessing financial circumstances, recommending resources or solutions, and supporting students in taking meaningful financial action. Assist with program-specific assessment activities, including data collection, analysis, and reporting to support continuous improvement and institutional accountability. Collaborates closely with the Director, Senior Director, AVP, and Director of Strategy to ensure assessment is in line with department and division strategic goals and priorities. Participate in tracking and reporting responsibilities for assigned grant-related programming in coordination with the Director of Student Financial Literacy & Outreach, Senior Director-UNT One Stop, and AVP. Support the supervision and guidance of graduate assistants and undergraduate outreach mentors, reinforcing coaching principles, accuracy of information, and student-centered service. Serve as a primary coordinator for incoming event requests from campus and community partners, facilitating communication, logistics, and alignment with departmental priorities, in collaboration with the Director of Student Financial Literacy & Outreach, Senior Director-UNT One Stop, and executive leadership. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule M-F 8a-5p with additional overtime as needed to support departmental priorities Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.