HERC of the Carolinas

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 - Ranking 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. Also offered are 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.

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 (EHRA).

Under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Auxiliary Enterprises, the Director of Parking and Transportation Services provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and operational direction for the universitys comprehensive parking and transportation programs. The position is responsible for planning, developing, and managing parking operations, enforcement services, and campus transit to ensure safe, accessible, and efficient movement throughout the campus environment.

The Director serves as the universitys subject matter expert on campus mobility, parking management, and transportation systems, leveraging data analytics, technology solutions, and industry best practices to improve operational effectiveness, customer experience, sustainability efforts, and campus accessibility. The position plays a key role in emergency planning, special event management, and long-range infrastructure development related to transportation and parking assets.

The Director establishes and implements policies, financial strategies, and service delivery models that support institutional priorities, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability. This role collaborates across campus and with external partners to align transportation initiatives with the universitys master planning efforts, enhance the campus experience, and support the evolving needs of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

To be considered, you must apply online.

Attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of professional references (including complete contact information with name, title, address, email, and phone) to complete the application.

For questions and additional information, please contact Ami Stephenson at amistephenson@email.wcu.edu