Primary Purpose of Department
The Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC) is dedicated to educating and training highly skilled engineers to meet the energy industry’s demands and support applied research sustainably. As a university-industry partnership, EPIC addresses the education and research needs essential for a safe, reliable, and sustainable energy future. Through workforce development, EPIC prepares the next generation of energy professionals to create innovative solutions for the energy sector.
EPIC strengthens the technical workforce, advances technological development, and fosters strategic industry-university collaborations for the global energy industry while also bolstering the economic and energy security of the Carolinas.
Primary Purpose of Position
The purpose of this position is to direct the day-to-day implementation of EPIC’s workforce development initiatives. This includes the following programs: the Steps4Growth project funded by the EDA through North Carolina A&T, EPIC’s efforts for external and internal outreach, and the EPIC Affiliates program.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
Support the acting EPIC Executive Director in implementing and leading EPIC’s workforce development programs.
Minimum Education/Experience
MS in STEM field and 5 years experience is required
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Preference will be given to applicants who posses the following:
Experience in workforce development or education,
Curriculum development for primary and secondary school, and/or community college level,
Experience working in or with the energy industry.
Supervisory experience.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver’s License
Special Notes to Applicants
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits

The finalist may be subject to a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle report.

The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist​.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your resume.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

This is a time-limited position that is scheduled to expire. Additional funding for this position is anticipated but not guaranteed. If the funding is received then the position will continue until approved funding has been exhausted. If the funding is not received then the position will expire on 09/30/2026.