Assistant Director of Facilities Finance & Administration

Assistant Director of Facilities Finance & Administration - #000007

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must apply online. A cover letter, resume, and list of references (to include their complete contact information) are required attachments.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities / Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

SHRA1484P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https : / / jobs.wcu.edu / postings / 29030

Classification Title

Business Officer

Competency Level

Journey

Working Title

Assistant Director of Facilities Finance & Administration - #000007

Department

Facilities Management

About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including :

• 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work / life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The position is responsible for assisting and supporting the financial and business management of the Facilities Management department. In the performance of this task, this position supports the Director and Associate Vice Chancellor in activities relating to operating budget and finance, strategic planning, personnel, office procedures management, accounts payable, billing, motor pool transportation service, warehouse management and computer systems.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Considerable knowledge of the principles of public and business administration; Substantial knowledge of personnel administration, purchasing, and accounting practices and procedures; Demonstrated ability to assist in the planning and direction of fiscal and business services; Demonstrated ability to select, train, and supervise employees in administrative / business operations; Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Knowledge of computer systems and the use of information technology, including demonstrated ability to communicate with computer users to solve problems; and the ability to work independently.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Optional Guidelines :

Contributing : Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area; or Associate's degree and two years of administrative, business, or financial management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Journey : Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area and two years of administrative management or business management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Advanced : Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area and three years of administrative management or business management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range

60,320 - $64,375

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours per Week

Number of Months per Year

Salary Band Range

45,026 - $128,013

Salary Grade

For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this Journey level posiiton is considered a Salary Grade 73

Posting Text

Open Date

02 / 11 / 2025

Close Date

03 / 09 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must apply online. A cover letter, resume, and list of references (to include their complete contact information) are required attachments.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities / Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

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.

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.

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Salary : $45,026 - $128,013