Director of Leadership (Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research)

The Director of Leadership provides strategic leadership and oversight within the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the Belk Center leadership team, this position leads the development, implementation, and management of high-impact leadership development programs, executive learning initiatives, and statewide partnerships that support North Carolina’s community college system. The Director serves as the primary liaison to key partner organizations, including the North Carolina Association of Community College Presidents (NCACCP), North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), grant partners, and other external constituents.

In this role, you will help shape the future of leadership across North Carolina’s community college system. Working at the intersection of leadership development, applied research, and statewide collaboration, you will influence how leaders are prepared to meet the evolving needs of their institutions, students, and communities. Your work will extend the Belk Center’s reach and strengthen its role as a trusted partner and recognized leader in community college leadership and student success.

Key Responsibilities fall within the following functional areas:

If you are a collaborative leader who understands the unique role of community colleges, brings a passion for developing leaders and advancing the field, and thrives at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and statewide partnership, we encourage you to apply.