Director of Business Services
Charlotte, NC 
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Job Description
Director of Business Services
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
Position Information
General Information

Position Number 010530
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Director of Business Services
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Student Affairs
Department Housing and Residence Life (Adm)
Work Location Housing and Residence Life (HRL) building
Salary Range $88, 200 - $102,000
Primary Purpose of Department
Within the Division of Student Affairs, the mission of Housing and Residence Life is to create communities in partnership with residential students that are inclusive, safe, well-maintained and intentionally developed to facilitate their academic, personal, and professional growth.

This department is comprised of four (4) sub-departments: Business Services; Facilities Operations; Administration and Assessment; and Residence Life.

The Business Services unit is responsible for managing the department's budget and financial affairs, purchasing activities, and providing general HR support for employees and management. Additionally, this unit provides oversight of the residence hall Security Services.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director for Business Services serves as the chief/lead financial, business and human resources officer for the Department of Housing and Residence Life. This position may be delegated to complete tasks assigned to the Chief Housing and Residence Life Officer in the absence of the Associate Vice Chancellor and is currently a member of the department's unit director and central management teams with primary responsibility for providing leadership, management, and fiscal accountability for one of the largest auxiliary operations on the UNC Charlotte campus. The Director is responsible for developing and managing a unified departmental budget (over $56 million) by determining housing income, managing expenditures, and overseeing the financial planning for ongoing capital renovation and refurbishment projects estimated at over $60 million. Supervises Financial, Human Resources and Security Guard personnel in Housing and Residence Life. Provides leadership in department-level strategic planning and team development initiatives. Represents the department in financial and personnel matters that interface with other functional areas.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
The Director of Business Services independently manages a broad range of business functions for Housing and Residence Life overseeing all financial activities. The Director shares in the responsibility for department-level strategic planning and is expected to provide expertise regarding the department's financial health, long-term staffing and professional development needs, cost-reduction opportunities and collaborative business partnerships that add value to the department's programs and services.
Minimum Education/Experience
Masters degree with 5+ years experience (at least 1+ years supervisory experience); Bachelors and at least 2+ years supervisory experience and 7+ years of relevant experience; or combination of equivalent education/experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Manager with Masters and at least 10 years of supervisory and relevant experience within higher education housing or auxiliary service operations
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
Posting Open Date 05/13/2024
Posting Close Date 06/13/2024
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 08/01/2024
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
Contact Information
General questions about UNC Charlotte or the application process can be directed to Human Resources at: employment@charlotte.edu or call: (704) 687-0669 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (EST), Monday-Friday.
Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
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    • Personal Referral
    • Other
  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

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  3. * Please describe your experience managing business operations for a housing or auxiliary service operation within higher education. If you don't have direct experience, please describe how your current skills and experience have prepared you for the Director of Business Services role.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References
Optional Documents

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.


 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
40
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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