Assistant Director Cunanan Center for Professional Success, College of Business

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Job Title Assistant Director Cunanan Center for Professional Success, College of Business Position Number 931113 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH COB Career Center Department Homepage https://business.ecu.edu/careers/ Advertising Department COLLEGE OF BUSINESS/CAREER SERVICES Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Assistant Director Working Title Assistant Director Cunanan Center for Professional Success, College of Business Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $47,379 - $51,000 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Professional Be a Pirate!

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The College of Business Cunanan Center for Professional Success serves as the distinguished unit established to provide career development, career counseling, professional development and job & internship search assistance to graduate and undergraduate students in the College of Business.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Assistant Director of the College of Business Cunanan Center for Professional Success reports directly to Director of the Cunanan Center for Professional Success. The primary responsibility of this position is to lead, develop and deliver comprehensive student career development services including, counseling and student employment engagement services in support of students' educational, occupational, and career / professional growth.

The Assistant Director is responsible for:

40%- Programming

• Assist in planning and delivery of career programing such as career information & development events, employer information events for students, career fairs, and programs to engage alumni and employer partners
• Support BUSI programming (resume approvals / presentations, practice interviews, etc.)

40%- Career Counseling

• Provide leadership and direction in the areas of individual assessment, educational choices/career planning and development, and placement strategies for all College of Business students
• Provide engaging career and job search coaching to students based upon an understanding of current trends in recruiting, career counseling, organizational hiring, and student development
• Collaborate with faculty to provide career readiness and professional development initiatives
• Deliver information and guidance concerning COB undergraduate concentrations supported by career assessments and experiential opportunities
• Coach students regarding career decision-making, career options, goal setting, career research, the job search process, and applying to graduate/professional school
• Communicate job, internship, and other Career Center opportunities to graduate and undergraduate students.

10%-Operations

• Assist in collecting data to assess program offerings to identify developmental needs and opportunities for growth to align with university and college strategic plan and learning outcomes; facilitate implementing changes as directed
• Utilize career management system(s) and other relevant technologies that support students and employers while documenting ongoing communications

10%-Other

• Serve on various campus and college committees and groups as requested
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Cunanan Center for Professional Success

The normal work schedule of the position is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some after-hours and weekend work is required. This position serves on College of Business and University committees as appropriate. Some evening and weekend duties and responsibilities accompany this position as directed by the Director. Some travel may be required.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

The Assistant Director must have a Post-Baccalaureate degree related to disciplines such as, but not limited to, human resources, vocational or academic counseling, adult education, educational leadership, business administration, public administration, psychology, or higher education administration) from an appropriately accredited institution. Experience and proficiency with incorporating career oriented technology to deliver career services. Will accept an undergraduate degree and 2 years relevant experience in substitution.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Demonstrated knowledge of career development issues, employer recruiting strategies, job market trends, occupational, data collection and career/employment information sources are preferred. Experience delivering and evaluating comprehensive career and professional development services to constituents in an academic environment is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Mr. Kevin Williams, Chair of Search Committee, College of Business, East Carolina University, Bate 3406, Mail Stop 503, Greenville, NC 27858 (email: williamske@ecu.edu). An original transcript of highest earned degrees for selected candidate will be required prior to employment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date 06/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 07/23/2026 Initial Screening Begins 07/24/2026 Rank Level Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/94542 Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

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• • Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.

• LinkedIn

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• CareerBuilder

• Greenville Daily Reflector

• Raleigh News & Observer

• HigherEdJobs.com

• InsideHigherEd.com

• Monster.com

• Indeed

• ECU Website

• Other

• • Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Transcripts