Overview

Director Jobs in Charlotte, NC at UNC Charlotte

Full Job Description

SBTDC’s mission is to support economic development in the State of North Carolina by providing assistance in the start-up, successful operation and expansion of small businesses and by facilitating technology development and transfer within the state’s small business community.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position provides senior management oversight and leadership for the SBTDC’s Regional Service Center at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. The SBTDC Director will be responsible for Client Counseling and Technical Assistance, Center Management and Administration, Marketing and Outreach, Training, and Performance Evaluations and Professional Development for a Regional Service Center with full-time employees reporting to the Director.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

The SBTDC Director will be responsible for:

Planning and coordination of programs and activities of the Regional Center consistent with the overall goals and objectives of the SBTDC Strategic Plan.

Supervising and mentoring Regional Center personnel

Managing the Regional Center’s operational budget

Maintaining working relationships with key regional partners/resources, including NC DOC, EDPNC, Chambers of Commerce, EDCs, banks, and other debt and equity funding sources

Developing program marketing plans and implementing these plans.

Delivery of appropriate training to meet annual work plan deliverables

Participating in training events as an instructor or moderator as appropriate

Develop annual performance plan and professional development plan for self and each employee based at the Center

Providing direct client service, advice, and technical assistance

Other duties as assigned or outlined in the position description

Minimum Education/Experience

Master’s degree with five (5) years of relevant experience in business management/consulting, or

Bachelor’s Degree with seven (7) years of relevant experience.

An MBA degree is strongly preferred.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Board general knowledge of business principles and practices and excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required.

Ability to develop and manage multiple projects and proven ability to work effectively with both the academic and business communities.

Small business ownership or management experience is strongly preferred. Consulting experience, particularly in a small business setting.

Ability to develop, strengthen, and lead strong programs/ initiatives; establish and maintain strong partnership relationships; and manage/ mentor professional staff/ build a team.

Must be able to navigate the university environment, work autonomously, manage multiple projects, and communicate well both verbally and in writing.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

Special Notes to Applicants

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.

Posting Open Date

02/10/2025

Posting Close Date

06/18/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Proposed Hire Date

04/01/2025

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

Title: Director

Company: UNC Charlotte

Location: Charlotte, NC

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