Assistant Director of Business Honors Program

Position Information

General Information

Position Number 001654 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Working Title Assistant Director of Business Honors Program Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per Year 12 Work Schedule

8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week 40 FLSA Status Exempt Division Academic Affairs Department College of Business (Col) Work Location Friday Building / Hybrid Salary Range $58,000 - $62,130 Primary Purpose of Department

The Niblock Student Center is a comprehensive student services office that provides advising, coaching, programming, and events to facilitate academic planning, career development, and professional growth for undergraduate business students. The professional development (PD) team is one of two teams housed within the Center. The PD team promotes skill development through experiential learning, creates and delivers professional development courses and programming, and engages students with industry. The Niblock Student Center operates within Undergraduate Programs in the Belk College of Business. Accredited by AACSB International, the Belk College of Business at UNC Charlotte offers outstanding business education programs in a variety of disciplines. The college has over 5,000 undergraduate students and over 90 full-time faculty members. The Belk College is one of the largest business programs in the Carolinas.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Assistant Director of the Business Honors Program implements career and professional development programming and educational strategies to advance honors education in the Belk College of Business. The Business Honors Program is a special educational and professional development program supported by the Niblock Student Center in collaboration with the Director of the Business Honors Program, the Associate Director of Professional Development, and other Honors College faculty and staff. The Assistant Director of the Business Honors Program will coordinate program admissions efforts, create and implement student programming suitable for an "honors experience," and instruct Honors courses in the Belk College of Business, including sections of BUSN 1101 and 1701.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of the Business Honors Program manages admissions, participant records, communications, and selection processes while serving as a liaison to key campus partners. The role provides instruction for designated business honors course sections, advises student leaders, and coordinates program events and engagement opportunities. The Assistant Director also mentors students and cultivates connections that support their academic, professional, and personal development.

Minimum Education/Experience

A Master's degree in career counseling, student development, higher education, or business is required along with 1-2 years of experience in business or student counseling at an academic institution.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• One to three years' experience working in an academic institution of higher education is preferred.
• Academic advising and career coaching of undergraduate level business students is highly desirable, and direct knowledge of professional development for business students and a background in business administration is preferred.
• Experience with career development programming, career readiness, and honors college students is preferred.
• Direct knowledge of the business industry and understanding of desired competencies for business occupations is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Slate or a Higher Education CRM is preferred.
• The ideal candidate will possess polished interpersonal communication skills and training and counseling skills. The candidate should demonstrate a professional demeanor that establishes credibility quickly, inspires confidence, and builds positive relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and maintain a high level of confidentiality, are required.
• Outstanding presentation skills enabling effective, influential communication with a varied group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and business community is vital to this position. Attention to detail, task orientation, and ability to work collaboratively as well as independently to achieve institutional goals and objectives are expected. Proficiency with various computer applications, Microsoft Office, and web technology is an essential skill.
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses Preferred Certifications/Licenses Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Open Date 08/31/2026 Posting Close Date 09/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Proposed Hire Date If time-limited please indicate appointment end date Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UNC Charlotte Website

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• Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have at least a Master's degree in career counseling. Student development, higher education, or business along with at least 1-2 years of experience in business or student counseling at an academic institution.
• Yes - I have at least Master Degree in the required field listed and at least one (1) years of required listed experience
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents