Vice President for Business Affairs

Job Title: Vice President for Business Affairs

Location: Mayville, ND

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with education, credentials and experience.
Competitive fringe benefit package to include:

• Employer paid full family coverage for health insurance
• TIAA retirement plan
• Tuition waiver benefits
• Additional benefits can be found by clicking here.

Start date: ASAP

Job Description: Mayville State University is seeking applicants to join our campus community as Vice President for Business Affairs. The Vice President for Business Affairs (VPBA) reports directly to the President and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the business and financial affairs of the institution. The VPBA provides collaborative leadership as a member of the President’s Cabinet and, as chief administrative officer, is the university representative on the North Dakota University System Administrative Affairs Council and other campus and system-wide committees. Areas of responsibility include operations within the Business Office, Facilities Services, Physical Plant, Dining Services, Safety and Security, Bookstore and Human Resources.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or accounting;
• Five or more years of significant leadership and managerial experience in an organizational setting;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with peers and subordinates, as well as other internal and external stakeholders;
• Progressively responsible fiscal leadership experience in capital planning, financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, and financial controls;
• Demonstrated effective use of related technology and professional tools;
• Knowledge of facilities and construction management, institutional master planning and strategic planning processes;
• Familiarity with current human resource policies and practices;
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret, implement, explain, and train constituents on policies and procedures.

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials;
• Master’s degree or professional degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field;
• Demonstrated experience in accounting practices and reporting processes for federal and state funding sources;
• Administrative experience in a college or university setting;
• Experience in effective interactions with state agencies;
• Knowledge of grants management;
• Strong background in institutional financial strategic planning and forecasting;
• Experience with PeopleSoft.

Applicants must upload the following materials to be considered fully:

• A letter of application/cover letter
• Copies of certifications (as applicable)
• A current Resume

Review of applications will start on January 9th and continue until the position is filled.
MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran’s preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Human Resources Sarah.Gasevic@mayvillestate.edu

MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran’s preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment. Internal/external candidates eligible to work in the United States.

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