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Position Title:
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Vice President for Business & Finance
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Department:
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Business
& Financial Services |
Position Begins:
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Upon
Hire |
Status:
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Full-time |
Benefits Available:
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Yes |
PVA #
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54561 |
| Description: |
Armstrong Atlantic State University, a four-year
coeducational senior unit in the University
System of Georgia, invites applications
and nominations for the position of Vice
President for Business and Finance. The
Vice President for Business and Finance
provides executive leadership for the
university's business and finance operation.
The Vice President for Business and Finance
plans and directs the effective and efficient
implementation of the university's fiscal
and business systems necessary to support
the university's mission, strategic plan,
goals and purposes. He/she will advise
the president and other senior administrators
on shaping fiscal policies to assure operational
efficiency and the financial strength
of the university.
The Vice President for Business and Finance
reports directly to the President of the
university and is a vital part of the
senior leadership team of the university.
He/she must demonstrate the highest standards
of professional conduct, promote a customer
service orientation, encourage teamwork
and inclusive decision making, and communicate
openly, effectively, efficiently with
fellow administrators, faculty, staff,
students and external constituencies.
The Vice President for Business and Finance
will provide leadership in safeguarding,
developing and maintaining the university's
physical facilities and all monetary and
non-monetary assets. He/she will provide
clear, understandable, and transparent
financial data and budget information
to support decision making and assure
timely and accurate submission of budgets,
financial reports, and performance measures.
He/she must adhere to the Board of Regents
of the University System of Georgia policies
and business procedures manual, and all
applicable federal and state laws.
The Vice President for Business and Finance
will have direct supervisory responsibility
for the following areas: budget, finance,
business services, facilities, human resources
and auxiliary services (student housing,
food service, athletics, recreation center,
student activities, health center and
bookstore), and may include other areas.
In addition, he/she will provide direct
fiscal oversight and supervision for all
institutional grants and contracts. He/She
will serve as an ex-officio member of
all university cooperative organizations.
The Vice President for Business and Finance
represents the university to appropriate
external groups and individuals, including
committees of the University System of
Georgia.
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| Qualifications: |
Required Qualifications
- Earned master's degree (minimum) in a
field related to business and finance
and/or CPA certification
- Leadership skills that encourage teamwork,
participative decision making, and willingness
to collaborate and work effectively with
colleagues, especially fellow senior administrators
- Ability to supervise and manage multiple
projects simultaneously, with attention
to details, timelines, deadlines, and
within a university-wide context
- Evidence of strong understanding of
acceptable standards and practices to
ensure the university audits are problem-free
- Senior level experiences in working
with complex public university budgets
and financial transactions
- Commitment to customer service and understanding
of the importance of fiscal policy on
all aspects of university operations
- Commitment to diversity
- Strong commitment to openness and transparency
in budget and financial matters
- Supervisory experience as it relates
to overseeing and effective and efficient
organization through hiring, development
and motivation of personnel
- Experience in negotiating and consummating
special financial partnerships such as
public-private capital ventures, real
estate acquisition, contracts, etc.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal
communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference will be given to applicants
with at least five years of senior level
administration and management experience
in a higher education business and finance
operation
- Knowledge of and experiences with University
System of Georgia fiscal policies and
procedures
- Familiarity with NACUBO standards.
Employment is contingent upon successful
completion of a background investigation.
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| The University: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University is a four-year coeducational
senior unit in the University System of Georgia
and has an enrollment of more than 6,800 students
and 650 employees (faculty and staff) along
with approximately 500 student workers. The
university's annual payroll is approximately
$36 million. The university's total annual
budget is approximately $74 million with funding
provided by state appropriations, tuition income,
grant activities and auxiliary enterprises.
Armstrong Atlantic State University is located
approximately twelve miles south of the historic
district of the city of Savannah on a modern
268 acre campus. The core mission of the university
is a strong liberal arts education for all
students, and the strategic directions of the
university are applied science and technology,
teacher education, health professions, and
community and economic development. For more
information on the university, visit www.armstrong.edu. |
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| The Community: |
Armstrong is located
in historic Savannah Georgia, a coastal city
located 250 miles southeast of Atlanta, Georgia
and 150 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida.
Savannah has long been known as a charming
city; rich in beauty, cultural diversity, support
for the arts, and opportunities for recreation.
In the last decade the city has capitalized
on its diverse manufacturing base, flourishing
tourist industry, and thriving port to become
the economic motor for the region. With a metropolitan
area population of 296,232 and an adjacent
six-county population of 471,000, Savannah
is well-positioned for future growth. The university
campus is 20 miles from sandy beaches, and
only a mile or so from crabbing, shrimping,
and saltwater fishing. |
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| Salary: |
Competitive and commensurate
with education and experience. Excellent benefits
package. |
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| Application
Process: |
Application materials must include (1) a
letter of interest, which addresses the
applicant's qualifications for, and interest
in, the position, including a discussion
of appropriate experiences and qualifications
as related to the above identified required
and preferred qualifications; (2) a current
vita; and (3) the names, email addresses,
and home and business telephone numbers
of at least four references. Electronic
submission of materials is strongly encouraged.
Appointment will begin on or before
July 1, 2008.
Letters of nomination and applications should
be directed to:
Dr. Ellen V. Whitford, Chair
Vice President for Business and Finance
Search Committee
Office for the President
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, Georgia 31419-1997
Phone: 912-927-5258
E-mail: VPBFSearch@armstrong.edu
Confidential review of materials will
begin immediately and continue until the
appointment is made. It is preferred,
however, that all nominations and applications
be submitted prior to March 14, 2008.
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Armstrong Atlantic State University is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.
Georgia is an Open Records Law
state.
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