Director, Academic Resources & Business Operations -

The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA). The Director of Academic Resources and Business Operations will report directly to the Provost and will be the Provost's designee for academic budgeting and staffing initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Oversight, coordination, development and evaluation of multiple business operations for the division, including staffing (EHRA Faculty) and budgeting. Analysis, evaluation, and creation of policies/procedures to improve management functions throughout the division. Signature authority for the Provost for academic budget and staffing initiatives. Oversight, guidance and support to deans and other academic leadership regarding staffing (hiring of EHRA faculty positions) and budgeting Strategic and visionary budget planning Serving as liaison between Academic Affairs and the Division of Administration and Finance. Specific initiatives as assigned by the Provost. Creation of monthly and ad hoc budget reports and review of these reports with the Provost. Provision of training and professional development for division's budget/finance staff to include respective college budget officers. This position is a key member of the Provost's executive team. Minimum Qualifications Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment sponsorship. Bachelor's degree in business field, including accounting or closely related discipline with at least three (3) years' experience in the field Strong analytical, accounting and budgeting skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) Preferred Qualifications Master of Accounting, Master of Public Administration, or Master of Business Administration Experience working in Higher Education Experience with Banner Finance, Banner HR, and SharePoint Experience in data analysis and visualization Superior oral and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Superior interpersonal skills Position Type Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Posting Text Open Date 04/13/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Morgan Burnett, Search Committee Chair, at cmburnett@email.wcu.edu Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.