Associate Director for the Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success

Position Information

General Information

Position Number 001382 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Working Title Associate Director for the Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success 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 Academic Affairs (Adm) Work Location Colvard Salary Range $62,115 - $82,496 Primary Purpose of Department

Housed as a unit within Academic Affairs, the UNC Charlotte Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success (CAFS) has a mission to promote faculty success through research and programming on recruitment, re-appointment, promotion and tenure practices, mentoring, leadership, career development, and well-being. CAFS reports to the Provost's Office. The Provost is the chief academic officer under the Chancellor and is responsible for review and approval of all academic programs and policies, and the appointment, promotion, and compensation of the faculty. CAFS has a specific alignment to the University Strategic Plan.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Associate Director for Faculty Success plays a crucial role within the Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success, serving as a primary architect and central coordinator for program operations. Working in close partnership with the Assistant Provost for Faculty Success, this individual will design, implement, and evaluate a robust set of programs, resources, and strategic initiatives designed to enhance the development, progression, well-being, and holistic success of all faculty across their entire career lifecycles. The Associate Director works collaboratively with academic units, Academic Affairs HR, Business Affairs HR, the office of Legal Affairs, the Urban Institute, and other university units to elevate and expand the impact of the office. The Associate Director will also manage special projects and other relevant duties as assigned by the Associate Provost of Faculty Affairs.

Note on Scope: This is a purely administrative and programming leadership position; it does not carry teaching responsibilities or requirements for independent research.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

1. Professional Development & Signature Programming (40%)

• Program Design, Delivery, and Evaluation: Research, design, implement, and continuously improve professional development opportunities that support the success, leadership development, engagement, and well-being of faculty and administrators.

• Core Initiatives: Through evidence-based programming and systematic assessment, these initiatives build individual faculty capacity, foster supportive academic environments, and contribute to institutional effectiveness and excellence. Coordinate and enhance critical program activities across the lifetime of the scholar, including:

• Recruitment to ensure units understand best practices for recruiting and hiring.

• New Faculty Orientation (NFO) and New Administrator Orientation (NAO).

• Mentoring Programming to ensure clear career pathways and programmatic mentoring structures for faculty across all career stages.

• Mid-Career Programming to support ongoing progression and vitality.

• Leadership Programming to support current and future leaders by cultivating the knowledge and skills needed for effective leadership.

• Chair and Director Programming to elevate department-level administrative skills in setting a supportive climate to foster faculty success and well-being

• University Strategic Alignment: Direct training and development frameworks are meticulously built to empower academic leadership, bolstering supervisory and administrative excellence across the institution (Action D1.1.4). Expands comprehensive mentorship to support evidence-based teaching and collaborative research (Action D1.2.1); and extends mentorship networks to dismantle silos (Action D1.3.1).

2. Community Building & Faculty Well-being (30%)

• Community Cultivation: Support Assistant Provost in building cross-unit communities and strategic partnerships across university departments, divisions and offices to effectively eliminate institutional silos and foster interdisciplinary collaboration to support faculty.
• Holistic Well-being Support: Develop and implement CAFS faculty well-being initiatives, including programming, resources, and partnerships with campus wellness units. Develop proactive programming and communication to ensure faculty are aware of and can access resources before a crisis arises. Routinely identify faculty needs to inform the development of targeted well-being programs and community-building initiatives focused on promoting a supportive environment.
• University Strategic Alignment: Focuses on embedding faculty well-being directly into the fabric of daily university practices (Action D1.1.2);

3. Communication (15%)

• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on working constructively, decisively, and collegially across academic colleges and units.
• Strategic Messaging: Develop clear, effective communications for various target audiences through email, web, social media, and internal/external channels to promote CAFS professional development and wellness programming.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a responsive, supportive resource for faculty by employing clear, constructive, and collegial communication strategies.

4. Program Assessment, Surveys, & Operations (15%)

• Data-Driven Planning: Lead the development, execution, and analysis of comprehensive surveys evaluating faculty needs and satisfaction to inform and improve future programming.
• Operational Execution: Exercise strong organizational judgment and proactive initiative to manage multiple project timelines simultaneously, delivering programming consistently and professionally.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Education: An earned Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Experience working with faculty or in academic contexts in a way that has led to the development of a deep knowledge of the faculty experience, academic culture, and promotion/tenure structures.
• Strong record of designing, implementing, and assessing programs that support faculty success and well-being.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Faculty member in a university setting
• Innovative Thinking: A successful candidate will display innovative thinking, a willingness to share ideas, and a commitment to continuous learning, self-reflection, and personal and professional growth.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Must demonstrate an ability to work constructively, decisively, and collegially with diverse interdisciplinary teams.
• Project Leadership: Proven independence, initiative, and proactive self-starting capabilities with strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic executive environment.
• Proven Independence and Initiative: We value individuals who can work independently and are proactive self-starters with strong project leadership skills.

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 11/05/2026 Posting Close Date 11/19/2026 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)

• • This position requires an earned Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution; experience working with faculty or in academic context in a way that has led to the development of a deep knowledge of the faculty experience, academic culture, and promotion/tenure structures; and a strong record of designing, implementing and assessing programs that support faculty success and well-being. Do you meet these requirements?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents