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Vice President for Finance & Administration
Celebrating over 40 years of serving students, Yavapai College, in central Arizona, encompasses lands as diverse as the red rocks of Sedona, to the cool pines and mountain lakes of Prescott.
The college serves over 11,000 students, from high school age to seniors, in an 8,100 square mile service area and on six campuses.
If you are looking for safe communities, outdoor recreational opportunities, exciting cultural events and a high quality of life-come work with us.
Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President will serve as the Chief Financial Officer for the District, and will be responsible for the strategic financial planning of the District. The Vice President will oversee and direct the Business and Finance Office, Information Technology, Facilities Management, Human Resources, and Performance Hall.
Responsibilities
Develop annual operating and capital budgets for the District
Develop long range financial projections to ensure the District’s long term financial stability and to ensure compliance with expenditure limitation laws
Coordinate and participate in long range technology strategies for the District
Develop and maintain a five year Capital Improvement Plan
Foster a fair and competitive allocation of District Resources in relation to strategic initiatives
Oversee the development and implementation of a replacement plan for critical equipment
Research and secure alternative funding resources to support the District Master Plan and other aspects of the strategic plans
Develop operational financial and business policies for the College, using accepted standards and regulations
Oversight responsibility for the conversion to Banner Version 8
Represent the College in professional associations and public functions
Attend District Governing Board meetings, and provide necessary information and conduct presentations for the Board
Serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Yavapai College Foundation, and may sit on various Foundation committees
Oversight responsibility of Business Services, Facilities, Human Resources, ITS, and Performance Hall
- Department / Location - President's Office, Prescott Campus
- Grade / Salary - Grade: 22, Commensurate with experience
- Posted Date - October 5, 2009
- Closing Date - For full consideration application material must be received by ACCT (see below)by November 6, 2009.
Minimum Expectations & Requirements:
- B.S. or B.A. in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field
- The successful candidate will have a minimum of ten years of senior managerial and financial experience
- Successful candidate will have demonstrated strong leadership, business judgment, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills, Abilities & Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree
- Experience in higher education
- Experience with Banner Financial Systems
To apply:
Nominations and application documents will be received until the position is filled. We encourage applicants to submit a complete packet of application documents prior to November 6, 2009.
Please email electronic copies of the application documents listed below to searches@acct.org:
- A letter of application that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you to serve as the Vice President of Finance and Administration.
- A current resume including an e-mail address and cellular telephone number.
- A reference list with the names, home and business telephone numbers, and e-mail address of eight references: three supervisors, two direct-reports, and other colleagues from current or former institutions.
In addition, paper copies of the application documents must be submitted to:
Yavapai College – Vice President of Finance Search
c/o Narcisa A. Polonio, Ed.D.
Association of Community College Trustees
1233 20th Street NW, Suite 301
Washington, DC 20036
For additional information, confidential nominations, or inquiries please contact:
Dr. Narcisa A. Polonio,
ACCT Vice President, Research, Education and Board Leadership Services,
202 276 1983 (mobile) or email at npolonio@acct.org
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