Posting Details
Posting Information Posting Number EHRA1032P Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32887 Classification Title Facilities Superintendent III Working Title Assistant Director of Maintenance - 240980 Department Facilities Management
Anticipated Hiring Range Based on qualifications, experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions.
About WCU Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers lists each year. Including:
• 2025 - Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'Americas Best Employers by State list. • 2024 - Ranked in the top 8.5 on Forbes 'Americas 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 'Americas 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 'Americas Best Employers by State list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC systems 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. • 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. This position is designated as being exempt from the State Human Resources Act, EHRA.
The Assistant Director of Maintenance oversees and manages the operations of various maintenance shops, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, paint, and lock-access control. This role involves:
• Leading and supervising a team • Establishing goals and priorities • Oversight of the work order management system • Managing communication with both internal staff and external contractors
Additionally, the Assistant Director is responsible for:
• Project planning and management • Infrastructure assessment and planning • Financial management • Training and development of personnel • Safety oversight • Emergency management • Decision-making in the absence of higher-level management
Overall, the role ensures the efficient and effective functioning of maintenance operations while prioritizing safety compliance and long-term infrastructure planning within the university campus.
Minimum Qualifications
Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any other immigration-related assistance.
• Bachelors degree and two years of experience in general facilities work or equivalent combination of training and experience. • All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours Per Week: 40 Number of Months Per Year: 12 Posting Text Open Date: 02/09/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, you must apply online. Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three professional references, including complete contact information for each.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jason Turner at jsturner@email.wcu.edu.
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.
EEO
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 jobsemail.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.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
• Cover Letter • Letter of Application • Resume • List of references
Optional Documents:
• Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.