Business Services Coordinator

Department: Jewish Studies-312400 Career Area: Administrative/Clerical Support Is this an internal only recruitment?: No Posting Open Date : 06/19/2026 Application Deadline: 07/02/2026 Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title: Business Services Coordinator - Advanced Salary Grade Equivalent: NC11 / GN09 Working Title: Business Services Coordinator Position Number: 00056310 Vacancy ID: P021124 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: $57,000-$60,000 Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: Established in 2003, the Carolina Center for Jewish Studies, an interdisciplinary academic program in the College of Arts and Sciences, promotes a deeper understanding of Jewish history, culture and thought through its teaching, research and community outreach initiatives. Position Summary: The Department Manager of the Carolina Center for Jewish Studies (CCJS) provides comprehensive operational, strategic, and programmatic leadership in support of the Center’s mission in research, teaching, and community engagement. Reporting to the Faculty Director, this position serves as the primary administrative and operational contact for CCJS and provides independent counsel on initiatives of varying scope and complexity. The role integrates administrative, financial, programming, and external-facing responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all financial operations, including budget development and monitoring, forecasting, and management of multiple funding sources; include full oversight of vendor and independent contractor processes, invoice and payment administration, and preparation of financial reports; advise the Director on budget planning and account status. Manage core administrative functions as liaison with college and university business and HR offices to ensure policy compliance and operational efficiency; include office management, event logistics, and occasional after-hours support for programs and events. Lead recruitment, hiring, and management for CCJS student interns, graduate student employees, postdoctoral fellows and visiting scholars. Provide senior-level leadership for CCJS programming, outreach, and partnerships; identify opportunities for growth and expansion; oversee and project-manage all events including lectures, seminars, performances, and conferences; coordinate co-sponsorships that engage faculty, students, alumni, and the broader community. Direct the Center’s marketing and communications strategy, including website oversight, social media, publications, branding, and development of marketing and media materials. Oversee fellowships and grant programs, managing budgets, application and review processes, and full‑cycle administration. Support advancement efforts through fundraising strategy, donor engagement and stewardship, annual fund initiatives, Giving Day activities, and preparation of materials for donors and advisory boards. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s 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. Management Preferences: Previous experience in journalism/communications Business/event management or humanities/social sciences appropriate to the mission of Jewish Studies Previous experience in marketing/branding, event management and fund raising Budget Management/Accounting experience Ability to partner with UNC/CCJS alumni and the community Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr