Assistant Vice Chancellor, DASA Finance
- North Carolina State University
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
- Category: Executive-President and Chancellor
- Posting Date: 05/16/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Posting Number
PG192434EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Assistant Vice Chancellor, DASA FinanceAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experienceWork Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; occasional overtime may be required during periods of heavy workloadsJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Academic and Student Affairs - Business AdministrationAbout the Department
The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State.
DASA Reimagined 2022-2028
Vision – to unlock opportunity through equitable access to supportive, enriching, and transforming higher education experiences for all
Mission – At our core, we promote the success of the whole student. We anticipate and respond to the needs of all NC State students and intentionally co-create an equitable and inclusive campus environment and academic experience that supports students, faculty, and staff in achieving their full potential.
Values – CURIOSITY ~ EMPATHY ~ COLLABORATION ~ EQUITY and ACCESSIBILITY ~ INTEGRITY ~ TRUST
NC State was named a great place to work in the 2022 Forbes annual survey as the best large employer in North Carolina. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for faculty and staff who want to promote the success of the whole student.
Essential Job Duties
Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives, the incumbent will serve as the chief financial officer for Academic and Student Affairs, and will be responsible for providing oversight and managing resources for a complex university division: $133 million in multiple funding sources (state appropriations, student fees, auxiliaries/receipts, gifts, and grants), 600 professional staff and faculty, temporary and over 2,000 student staff. This position will also lead strategic and financial planning initiatives; oversees a team of seven permanent staff.
Primary responsibilities:
- projects and committees to improve division operations; collaborate across all levels of division leadership and staff
- Monitor, assess, and advise on the financial impact of trends in higher education and student affairs to the division, and adjust business practices in accordance with trends.
- Provide continual assessment of effectiveness of internal operations, systems and structures; determine and institute best practices within university, peer institutions, higher education; recommend and implement changes as necessary
- Ensure that the division’s business systems and structure align with the division’s strategic plan and values
- Provide continual assessment of internal processes and controls to evaluate efficiency and effectiveness; provide regular, ongoing audit of business practices
- Develop and implement division-wide training and regular communications to enhance business organization and support staff
- Advise Vice Chancellor and Dean and Associate Vice Chancellor on optimal allocation of financial and human resources; analyze, assess, present scenarios and recommend changes
- Maintain consistent communication regarding business and financial information and updates, including division-level communications to director level personnel and above
- Serve as liaison with university central offices as appropriate (Provost, Budget, Business and Administration, Human Resources)
- Assess and develop forecasts of alternate budget scenarios budget reductions, expansions, reorganizations, new programs, program reduction and/or elimination
- Perform and/or oversee professional staff delegation of division-level approvals for all applicable actions (budget, financial, additional pay, position recruitment/changes, security access, etc.)
- Pursue professional development and involvement with regional and national organizations to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices; review literature and industry studies/reports relevant to higher education business administration
- Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality and organizational sensitivity in work performed, particularly work that has a broader impact on the division and university
- Other duties as assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a business or public administration related field from an accredited university, plus a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible business and management experience in a higher education or related setting.
Other Required Qualifications
- The successful candidate will possess a wide range of business management knowledge in a large university environment: academic operations, auxiliary operations, management of student fees and other receipts, fund accounting principles, development and fundraising, grants management, human resources and payroll, budget and financial analysis and management, enterprise management systems and other relevant systems and tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- The ability to work both individually and collaboratively in teams, effective management and delegation skills, the willingness and desire to continuously learn about new techniques and trends, and the ability to work at all levels in the organization are preferred attributes.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
03/03/2023Anticipated Close Date
Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Number
00007311Position Type
SAAO Tier IIFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment ID
240130 - Academic and Student Affairs - Business AdministrationAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
