Assistant Director of Business Operations

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act.

The Assistant Director of Business Operations is a member of the Campus Recreation & Wellness (CRW) management team and reports to the Senior Associate Director. The position is responsible for front-end business and membership operations, budget administration, purchasing, travel coordination, records management, and student staff supervision and training. Key duties include managing payroll deduction memberships, maintaining membership databases through Fusion, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, processing deposits, invoices, reimbursements, and budget transfers, reconciling budgets, and preparing financial reports. The role also serves as a primary contact for membership and access-related questions, coordinates with campus partners and external vendors, supports feedback and communication processes, assists Club Sport Officers with financial transactions, and helps with facility reservations and other departmental operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without requiring employment sponsorship for immigration purposes.
• Bachelors degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Previous demonstrated cash-handling experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats, as demonstrated by previous roles or assessments.
• Demonstrated experience in managing challenging situations with professionalism, as evidenced by specific examples or feedback from past positions.
• Track record of independently identifying problems and implementing effective solutions, supported by documented outcomes or performance reviews.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with additional office software, as shown by certifications or relevant work experience.