Technical Director Jobs in North Carolina
Technical Director jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with consistent hiring concentrated in technology, media production, live entertainment, and the state's robust life sciences sector, covering roles from emerging technical leads through senior directors overseeing large engineering or production organizations. The busiest hiring metros are Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham, where employers like Red Hat, Lenovo, and Duke Health maintain deep technical leadership teams. The most sought-after specialties include software infrastructure, AV and broadcast production, and clinical technology management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Open roles9
Top employerExyte
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Cities hiring6
Work type50% Hybrid
Top credentialMaster's degree
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Director of Technical Services - 1317
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University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Director of Technical Services - 1317
Pembroke, North Carolina
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Director, Engineering, Technical Expert Sterile Fill
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AbbVie
Director, Engineering, Technical Expert Sterile Fill
Durham, North Carolina
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Technical Director, Flight Test Engineering
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American Honda Motor
Technical Director, Flight Test Engineering
Greensboro, North Carolina
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Western Carolina University
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Cullowhee, North Carolina
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Director, Technical Accounting
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Xylem
Director, Technical Accounting
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Director of Technical Services - 1317
University of North Carolina at Pembroke·Pembroke, North Carolina
Job functions:
Master's degree in library science
201-500 employees
Job Description
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Position Details
Position Information
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Library Services
Working Title
Director of Technical Services/Assistant Dean
Vacancy Type
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Min T/E Requirements
MLS from a School of Library and Information Science accredited by the American Library Association.
FTE
1
Recruitment Range
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Position #
1317
FLSA Status
Exempt
Months per year
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)
N/A
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
Director of Technical Services provides leadership over the operations and management of the technical services functions and oversight. The Technical Services unit supports the library’s acquisition, management, budget allocation, organization, discovery, licensing, and ongoing access to print and electronic resources
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director of Technical Services provides leadership over the areas of Technical Services: Collection Development and Acquisitions, Cataloguing, Library Systems, and Special Collections and Archives.
Job Description
- The Director of Technical Services provides leadership for the effective operation, workflow, strategic and operational planning, and budgetary oversight of the Technical Services unit. The position provides collaborative leadership for collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, systems, special collections, and electronic resources and works across the library and university to ensure that library resources are effectively acquired, managed, discoverable, accessible, and aligned with the university’s teaching, learning, and research needs.
- Provides primary leadership for the Technical Services unit, including collection development and acquisitions, cataloging, systems, electronic resources, and special collections. Directly supervises two librarians, four technicians, student workers, and interns.
- Oversees human resource functions for the unit, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, daily supervision, performance management, employee development, and continuing professional development. Establishes clear expectations and priorities and conducts regular meetings to communicate work assignments, performance expectations, and strategic priorities.
- Manages the lifecycle of the library’s physical and electronic collections, including acquisition, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, inventory, discovery, accessibility, and withdrawal of resources. This includes government documents and special collections. Applies current knowledge of digital collections, collection management tools, content management systems, integrated library systems, and electronic resource platforms. Maintains expertise in Ex Libris Alma and related supporting products and systems.
- Provides leadership in acquisitions and collection management practices in support of accreditation standards, academic program development, and the university’s instructional and research needs. Develops data-driven collection analysis and reporting for accreditation, IPEDS, ACRL surveys, FDLP reporting, annual reports, funding requests, and other institutional needs.
- Develops and implements an annual acquisitions plan and monitors expenditures, encumbrances, and budget activity throughout the fiscal year. Manages grant expenditures, special allocations, and additional funding projects as assigned.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates policies, procedures, workflows, and training materials to support effective and consistent Technical Services operations.
- Maintains formal liaison relationships with academic divisions to support collection development and ongoing collection assessment. Meets annually with campus stakeholders to communicate collection needs, solicit faculty input, and evaluate resource priorities. Participates in campus committees, prepares reports, and undertakes special projects in support of library and university priorities.
- Provides leadership in the management of electronic resources, including databases, e-books, streaming media, electronic journals, and other digital resources. Monitors resource access and discoverability and collaborates with appropriate library and campus personnel to troubleshoot authentication, proxy, access, and technical issues.
- Monitors and evaluates publisher and vendor products, services, pricing, and performance. Leads or participates in contract negotiations, licensing agreements, renewals, and procurement processes; coordinates contract review with the appropriate university offices, including Legal Affairs, and follows established institutional signature and approval protocols.
- Maintains current knowledge of copyright law, licensing requirements, and intellectual property considerations affecting library collections and electronic and media resources.
- Maintains an active role in state and regional library consortia to support collaborative purchasing, pricing negotiations, renewals, resource evaluation, and shared collection initiatives.
- Participates in regional and state initiatives of the University Library Advisory Council (ULAC) of the UNC System, including shared catalog and shared collections projects.
- Participates in donor relationship development and collaborates with University Advancement regarding potential library resource donors and related initiatives.
- Provides occasional evening and weekend coverage as needed to support library operations.
Management Preference
Five years academic library experience with a minimum of three years in a supervisory role. Experience with data analysis, report writing, outreach and promotion of resources, staff development, budget management, and resource sharing.
Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation
N/A
Posting Information
Job Opening Date
10/30/2026
Job Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Posting Category
Professional
Posting Number
EPA01188
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- C V/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Document
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Director of Technical Services - 1317
Pembroke, North Carolina
Added 3d ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
Master's degree in library science
Job Description
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Position Details
Position Information
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Library Services
Working Title
Director of Technical Services/Assistant Dean
Vacancy Type
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Min T/E Requirements
MLS from a School of Library and Information Science accredited by the American Library Association.
FTE
1
Recruitment Range
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Position #
1317
FLSA Status
Exempt
Months per year
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)
N/A
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
Director of Technical Services provides leadership over the operations and management of the technical services functions and oversight. The Technical Services unit supports the library’s acquisition, management, budget allocation, organization, discovery, licensing, and ongoing access to print and electronic resources
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director of Technical Services provides leadership over the areas of Technical Services: Collection Development and Acquisitions, Cataloguing, Library Systems, and Special Collections and Archives.
Job Description
- The Director of Technical Services provides leadership for the effective operation, workflow, strategic and operational planning, and budgetary oversight of the Technical Services unit. The position provides collaborative leadership for collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, systems, special collections, and electronic resources and works across the library and university to ensure that library resources are effectively acquired, managed, discoverable, accessible, and aligned with the university’s teaching, learning, and research needs.
- Provides primary leadership for the Technical Services unit, including collection development and acquisitions, cataloging, systems, electronic resources, and special collections. Directly supervises two librarians, four technicians, student workers, and interns.
- Oversees human resource functions for the unit, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, daily supervision, performance management, employee development, and continuing professional development. Establishes clear expectations and priorities and conducts regular meetings to communicate work assignments, performance expectations, and strategic priorities.
- Manages the lifecycle of the library’s physical and electronic collections, including acquisition, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, inventory, discovery, accessibility, and withdrawal of resources. This includes government documents and special collections. Applies current knowledge of digital collections, collection management tools, content management systems, integrated library systems, and electronic resource platforms. Maintains expertise in Ex Libris Alma and related supporting products and systems.
- Provides leadership in acquisitions and collection management practices in support of accreditation standards, academic program development, and the university’s instructional and research needs. Develops data-driven collection analysis and reporting for accreditation, IPEDS, ACRL surveys, FDLP reporting, annual reports, funding requests, and other institutional needs.
- Develops and implements an annual acquisitions plan and monitors expenditures, encumbrances, and budget activity throughout the fiscal year. Manages grant expenditures, special allocations, and additional funding projects as assigned.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates policies, procedures, workflows, and training materials to support effective and consistent Technical Services operations.
- Maintains formal liaison relationships with academic divisions to support collection development and ongoing collection assessment. Meets annually with campus stakeholders to communicate collection needs, solicit faculty input, and evaluate resource priorities. Participates in campus committees, prepares reports, and undertakes special projects in support of library and university priorities.
- Provides leadership in the management of electronic resources, including databases, e-books, streaming media, electronic journals, and other digital resources. Monitors resource access and discoverability and collaborates with appropriate library and campus personnel to troubleshoot authentication, proxy, access, and technical issues.
- Monitors and evaluates publisher and vendor products, services, pricing, and performance. Leads or participates in contract negotiations, licensing agreements, renewals, and procurement processes; coordinates contract review with the appropriate university offices, including Legal Affairs, and follows established institutional signature and approval protocols.
- Maintains current knowledge of copyright law, licensing requirements, and intellectual property considerations affecting library collections and electronic and media resources.
- Maintains an active role in state and regional library consortia to support collaborative purchasing, pricing negotiations, renewals, resource evaluation, and shared collection initiatives.
- Participates in regional and state initiatives of the University Library Advisory Council (ULAC) of the UNC System, including shared catalog and shared collections projects.
- Participates in donor relationship development and collaborates with University Advancement regarding potential library resource donors and related initiatives.
- Provides occasional evening and weekend coverage as needed to support library operations.
Management Preference
Five years academic library experience with a minimum of three years in a supervisory role. Experience with data analysis, report writing, outreach and promotion of resources, staff development, budget management, and resource sharing.
Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation
N/A
Posting Information
Job Opening Date
10/30/2026
Job Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Posting Category
Professional
Posting Number
EPA01188
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- C V/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Document
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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Who's Hiring
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical director jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field required
- Seven or more years of progressive technical experience with at least three in a leadership role
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering or production teams in a matrixed organization
- Experience managing full project lifecycle from architecture decisions through deployment or delivery
- Proficiency with the technology stack, platform, or production systems central to the employer's business
- Strong communication skills for translating technical strategy to executive and non-technical stakeholders
Technical Director Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical director in North Carolina?
Most technical directors in North Carolina reach the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and progressive hands-on experience, not a state-issued license. Employers in technology and life sciences typically look for candidates who have moved through senior engineer or lead developer roles. In AV, broadcast, or live entertainment, certifications from AVIXA or ETCP carry meaningful weight with North Carolina production companies and venues.
How much do technical directors make in North Carolina?
Technical directors in North Carolina earn a median of about $63,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,120 for the lowest 10% to over $133,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire technical directors in North Carolina?
Employers hiring technical directors in North Carolina right now include Exyte, Xylem, and AbbVie, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's Research Triangle concentration of technology, pharmaceutical, and university-affiliated employers creates a particularly consistent pipeline of senior technical leadership openings year-round.
Which North Carolina cities have the most technical director jobs?
Raleigh, Durham, and Pembroke account for the largest share of technical director openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's financial technology and engineering services base drives demand there, while Raleigh and Durham benefit from the Research Triangle's dense cluster of software, biotech, and university-connected employers that consistently need senior technical leadership.
Are there remote technical director jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, and more than many senior leadership roles, because technical directors in software and cloud infrastructure can operate effectively without a fixed office. About 75% of technical director openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader trends in the state's technology sector. Roles tied to broadcast production, manufacturing, or clinical systems are almost always on-site.
How can I get hired as a technical director in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building a strong record as a senior individual contributor first, then stepping into a team lead or principal engineer role at one of North Carolina's larger technology employers before pursuing a director title. Companies in the Research Triangle and Charlotte frequently post associate technical lead positions that serve as proving grounds. An AVIXA CTS credential opens doors in North Carolina's active AV and live events industry for those on a production path.
Where can I find and apply to technical director jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to technical director jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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