Top 48 Director of events Jobs in Cullowhee, Nc

Associate Director for Student Programs -
Western Carolina University —Cullowhee, NC
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- University
Clay Art Educator
The Bascom :: A Center for the Visual Arts —Highlands, NC
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Hotel Front Desk Clerk
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort —Cherokee, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Business Development Representative - Behavioral Health
La Amistad Behavioral Health Services —North Carolina
- Full-time
- Psychiatry
- Marketing
- Military
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Food Truck - Supervisor - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
Sous Chef - Courtyard - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- $25 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Brown Lodge - Sous Chef - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
Regional Development Officer
Pisgah Legal Services —Highlands, NC
- $49,471 - $86,890 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Institutional Research and Planning Associate
Southwestern Community College —Sylva, NC
- From $45,431 a year
- Overtime
- Google Workspace
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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RECREATION INSTRUCTOR (PT) - MOUNTAIN BIKING
Haywood County North Carolina —Haywood County, NC
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Courtyard Food Court - Supervisor - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
Catering Sous Chef - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
COACH HEAD ATHLETIC-CROSS COUNTRY
Haywood County Schools —Waynesville, NC
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Recruiting
Papa John's - Supervisor - Western Carolina University
Aramark —Cullowhee, NC
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
Chef de Cuisine
Trailborn Highlands —Highlands, NC
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Extended hours
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor - Adjunct
Southwestern Community College —Sylva, NC
- From $33.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Mid-level
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MS Head Wrestling Coach
Swain County Schools —Bryson City, NC
- Part-time
- Management
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Golf Outside Services Staff
MOUNTAINTOP GOLF AND LAKE CLUB INC —Cashiers, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Quick Apply
2d
Athletic Coaching Positions
Swain County Schools —Bryson City, NC
- Part-time
- Management
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
FT Admissions & Nursing Enrollment Officer
Haywood Community College —Clyde, NC
- $32,500 - $36,300 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- University
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Associate Director for Student Programs -

Western Carolina University -
Cullowhee, NC

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision
Academic institution experience
Master's degree
Experience at colleges/universities
University experience

Full Job Description

The primary location of this position is the Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).

The Associate Director for Student Programs & Activities reports to the Director of Campus Activities and leads the Student Activities unit at Western Carolina University. This role is responsible for creating meaningful opportunities for student engagement, leadership development, and campus involvement that enrich the student experience outside the classroom.

The Associate Director provides strategic leadership for student programming and leadership initiatives, ensuring alignment with departmental and divisional goals. This position oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of more than 100 programs each year that serve over 11,000 students.

This role supervises two full-time professional staff members and fosters a collaborative, high-performing team committed to student development, campus traditions, and building a vibrant campus community.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction for student programming and leadership initiatives
Oversee the planning and execution of large-scale campus events and institutional traditions
Support and guide the student programming board and student organization operations
Manage contracts for artists, speakers, and external vendors
Serve as a member of the Student Government Association advising team
Oversee unit’s departmental budgets and ensure responsible financial management
Direct assessment efforts, including Continuous Improvement Reporting (CIR), to support institutional effectiveness and accreditation
Serve on the departmental leadership team
Provide on-site event support, including risk assessment and crowd management

The Associate Director plays a critical role in shaping campus life by creating inclusive, engaging experiences that foster connection, belonging, and student success.

Minimum Qualifications

Interested candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require any immigration sponsorship or support.
Master’s Degree and 3-5 years’ experience in a Student Affairs or Higher Education setting and supervision of professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supervising full-time and master’s level staff, managing budgets, negotiating and reviewing performance contracts, and coordinating large scale campus programs and departmental assessment.

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week

Number of Months Per Year

Posting Text

Open Date

06/09/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Jeff Hughes, Director for the Department of Campus Activities, at 828-227-3620.

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.

EOE

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 [email protected].

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). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

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