Chief Financial Officer Peninsula Open Space Trust Palo Alto, CA
Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST), one of the premier land trusts in the United States, is soliciting applications and nominations for a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
POST protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay for the benefit of all. Since its founding in 1977, POST has protected more than 90,000 acres of permanent open space, farms, and parkland in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties. Recognized for deep technical understanding of local lands and the expert ability to define and implement complex land protection and restoration projects, POST has been a local and national model for effective conservation. In recent years, POST has grown rapidly and expanded the size and scope of its impact with larger and more complex land transactions as well as long-term transformational conservation projects.
As POST continues its trajectory of growth and takes on even more complex and long-term conservation projects, the next CFO will provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the organization continues to achieve its ambitious goals. Reporting to the President and partnering closely with the executive team and the Board of Directors, the CFO oversees the finance and operations teams and helps define and advance a service-oriented, collaborative culture across the entire organization. Joining POST at this moment represents a unique opportunity to support a successful, well-funded organization in achieving an even greater level of impact in its next chapter.
The expected salary range for the position is $279,990-$311,100. POST offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, retirement account contribution and matching, generous time off, paid maternity/paternity/family medical leave, excellent learning and mental/physical wellness programs, personal mobile/internet usage stipend, commuter benefits, and more.
POST is located in Palo Alto, California. POST currently operates a hybrid workplace. Hybrid work schedules are designed within the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy to suit the unique needs of each position. As an executive leader at POST, the CFO should expect to be in the office several days per week. The successful candidate will be expected to reside within reasonable distance of the office in Palo Alto.
Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and resumes with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website: https://apptrkr.com/6311868. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.
POST is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create and maintain a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We believe diversity and equity is central to our mission to protect open space in our region for the benefit of all. POST is committed to creating an inclusive, values-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.
Full Time
Chief Financial Officer Peninsula Open Space Trust Palo Alto, CA
Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST), one of the premier land trusts in the United States, is soliciting applications and nominations for a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
POST protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay for the benefit of all. Since its founding in 1977, POST has protected more than 90,000 acres of permanent open space, farms, and parkland in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties. Recognized for deep technical understanding of local lands and the expert ability to define and implement complex land protection and restoration projects, POST has been a local and national model for effective conservation. In recent years, POST has grown rapidly and expanded the size and scope of its impact with larger and more complex land transactions as well as long-term transformational conservation projects.
As POST continues its trajectory of growth and takes on even more complex and long-term conservation projects, the next CFO will provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the organization continues to achieve its ambitious goals. Reporting to the President and partnering closely with the executive team and the Board of Directors, the CFO oversees the finance and operations teams and helps define and advance a service-oriented, collaborative culture across the entire organization. Joining POST at this moment represents a unique opportunity to support a successful, well-funded organization in achieving an even greater level of impact in its next chapter.
The expected salary range for the position is $279,990-$311,100. POST offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, retirement account contribution and matching, generous time off, paid maternity/paternity/family medical leave, excellent learning and mental/physical wellness programs, personal mobile/internet usage stipend, commuter benefits, and more.
POST is located in Palo Alto, California. POST currently operates a hybrid workplace. Hybrid work schedules are designed within the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy to suit the unique needs of each position. As an executive leader at POST, the CFO should expect to be in the office several days per week. The successful candidate will be expected to reside within reasonable distance of the office in Palo Alto.
Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and resumes with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website: https://apptrkr.com/6311868. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.
POST is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create and maintain a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We believe diversity and equity is central to our mission to protect open space in our region for the benefit of all. POST is committed to creating an inclusive, values-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington, DC 20566, USA
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $121,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director, Financial Planning & Analysis will be instrumental in establishing efficient and effective financial processes to support the daily operations of the Kennedy Center. The individual will reinforce consistent financial analysis to inform data-driven decisions by providing in-depth financial analysis and reporting to support the Kennedy Center’s annual operations plans to achieve current and future program objectives. The individual will oversee and manage reporting, analysis, and development of the Kennedy Center’s financial plans for operations to include the annual budget and ongoing projection cycles throughout the fiscal year. The Director is responsible for leading, training, and developing staff; project managing and leading the Center through its core financial planning processes; maintaining relationships with Program leads; and liaising with external financial parties to include auditors and other third-party partners. Key Responsibilities Provide financial management and oversight of the Kennedy Center’s Trust budget, including both operating and capital budgets. Oversee dissemination of budget variance reports. Lead the analysis of current year budgets and projections by developing and maintaining complex financial analysis on the entirety of the Kennedy Center’s Trust operations. Establish strong partnerships with other departments to identify areas of concern and make recommendations. Drive core financial planning processes by being a leader in project management. Maintain confidentiality of financial information, or any other tasks assigned by the organization. Develop, build, and maintain financial models, including predictive models that enhance visibility into future performance, by translating complex financial information into concise, actionable reports. Using such models, provide expert advice to the Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, Chief Financial Officer, and other senior leaders on budget/projection development, financial trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead cross-functional performance analyses by developing and leveraging benchmarks and key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance measurement frameworks, improve evaluation accuracy, and support strategic decision-making across teams over the short and long-term. Work with business unit leaders for solutions that drive cross-functional impact. Assist in establishing short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Maintains close communication with internal users and decision-makers to stay abreast of business needs or industry trends, opportunities, and threats. Assist in the implementation and upgrades of financial systems, which includes designing systems and processes, migrating data, testing, training, and administration. Develop and provide training presentations for users across the organization. Lead process improvement initiatives driven by the implementation of new financial systems, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and integration across financial operations. Lead monthly revenue alignment analysis that maps expense projections with restricted revenues so that the Kennedy Center can optimize its use of restricted revenues in a matrixed funding environment. Foster a culture of service and excellence that motivates staff and encourages collaboration in order to provide the best experience for our customers. Empower and mentor team members to advance their professional growth. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce or a related field required. At least ten (10) years of experience in financial management with at least three (3) years of management experience. MBA or CPA is a plus. Proven track record of driving innovation and continuous improvements while championing change. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills that bring a department together to foster teamwork and achieve great results. Expert in quantitative analysis and Microsoft Excel including complex formulas and financial modeling. Power Query is a plus. Strong organizational, conflict management, analytical, and strategic thinking skills Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing environment. Effective communication and follow through that build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite.
Full-time
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $121,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director, Financial Planning & Analysis will be instrumental in establishing efficient and effective financial processes to support the daily operations of the Kennedy Center. The individual will reinforce consistent financial analysis to inform data-driven decisions by providing in-depth financial analysis and reporting to support the Kennedy Center’s annual operations plans to achieve current and future program objectives. The individual will oversee and manage reporting, analysis, and development of the Kennedy Center’s financial plans for operations to include the annual budget and ongoing projection cycles throughout the fiscal year. The Director is responsible for leading, training, and developing staff; project managing and leading the Center through its core financial planning processes; maintaining relationships with Program leads; and liaising with external financial parties to include auditors and other third-party partners. Key Responsibilities Provide financial management and oversight of the Kennedy Center’s Trust budget, including both operating and capital budgets. Oversee dissemination of budget variance reports. Lead the analysis of current year budgets and projections by developing and maintaining complex financial analysis on the entirety of the Kennedy Center’s Trust operations. Establish strong partnerships with other departments to identify areas of concern and make recommendations. Drive core financial planning processes by being a leader in project management. Maintain confidentiality of financial information, or any other tasks assigned by the organization. Develop, build, and maintain financial models, including predictive models that enhance visibility into future performance, by translating complex financial information into concise, actionable reports. Using such models, provide expert advice to the Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, Chief Financial Officer, and other senior leaders on budget/projection development, financial trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead cross-functional performance analyses by developing and leveraging benchmarks and key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance measurement frameworks, improve evaluation accuracy, and support strategic decision-making across teams over the short and long-term. Work with business unit leaders for solutions that drive cross-functional impact. Assist in establishing short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Maintains close communication with internal users and decision-makers to stay abreast of business needs or industry trends, opportunities, and threats. Assist in the implementation and upgrades of financial systems, which includes designing systems and processes, migrating data, testing, training, and administration. Develop and provide training presentations for users across the organization. Lead process improvement initiatives driven by the implementation of new financial systems, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and integration across financial operations. Lead monthly revenue alignment analysis that maps expense projections with restricted revenues so that the Kennedy Center can optimize its use of restricted revenues in a matrixed funding environment. Foster a culture of service and excellence that motivates staff and encourages collaboration in order to provide the best experience for our customers. Empower and mentor team members to advance their professional growth. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce or a related field required. At least ten (10) years of experience in financial management with at least three (3) years of management experience. MBA or CPA is a plus. Proven track record of driving innovation and continuous improvements while championing change. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills that bring a department together to foster teamwork and achieve great results. Expert in quantitative analysis and Microsoft Excel including complex formulas and financial modeling. Power Query is a plus. Strong organizational, conflict management, analytical, and strategic thinking skills Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing environment. Effective communication and follow through that build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite.
Chief Data Officer
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 25390
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Ryan Knutson (406) 994-4061 rknutson@montana.edu.
Classification Title: Executive Director
Working Title: Chief Data Officer
Brief Position Overview
Montana State University is looking for a Chief Data Officer who will be expected to lead the fulfillment of the mission of University Data and Analytics by supporting and coordinating all institutional research, institutional effectiveness, assessment, accreditation, mandatory reporting, business analytics, and other data-focused decision-support activities.
Position Number: 4C2530
Department: University Data & Analytics
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Professional
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type: MUS
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
The Chief Data Officer (CDO) under the guidance of the Vice President for Information Technology provides strategic oversight of the University’s data strategy and data analysis.
The CDO’s primary focus areas are governance, innovation, analytics, and operations. The CDO achieves these goals through the management of University Data and Analytics. The office implements approaches to data analysis, data architecture, data management, and institutional research.
The CDO works closely with university leadership along with other departments and offices and acts as a conduit from leadership and others in the institution to identify appropriate analytics to address institutional questions and communicate results to the President and other audiences.
The CDO oversees UDA staff, including operations analysts and data scientists who: design and conduct complex analyses of the University and other pertinent external data; regularly interact with and communicate analytical outcomes to University decision-makers, including the President, Vice Presidents, Deans, faculty, staff, and students; develop innovative methods for conveying information; disseminate official results to appropriate agencies/audiences.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Leads and guides the University Data and Analytics office. • Responsible for governance structures for data and analysis. • Responsible for developing and continuing a strategic vision for data at MSU. • Direct the collection, analysis, and presentation of institutional and/or comparative data used to support and enhance policy formation and decision-making. • Direct reporting of all institutional data required by Federal, State, and accreditation agencies, the Board of Regents, and by campus administrators and committees. • Champion the integration of data sources and develop increased access to data to drive the mission of the University. • Facilitate the analysis of data as a strategic partner for leadership. • Contribute expertise in supporting student success efforts and initiatives. • Contributes expertise in supporting institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. • Increase the ability for key data stewards/stakeholders to effectively use data including areas such as enrollment management, space management, strategic priority action plans, annual operating budgets, institutional effectiveness and efficiency, faculty and staff effectiveness, and assessment of return on program investments. • Collaborate with the MSU System campuses Chancellors and CEOs related to a four-campus need for data analysis and integration. • Consult on survey design and analysis for campus constituents.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Master’s degree in the social sciences, data science, statistics, higher education, industrial/financial engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Five or more years of work experience in institutional research or analytics-related contexts. 3. Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating data analysis to organizational leaders and in public settings. 4. Progressively responsible project management experience. 5. Progressively responsible experience in managing staff, including retention, coaching, and performance/discipline management. 6. Demonstrated understanding of data management practices. 7. Advanced knowledge of research design. 8. Experience operating in a complex administrative information system. 9. Demonstrated successful experience applying data visualization tools and software (e.g.Tableau, Argos, Power BI) to facilitate user comprehension.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Terminal degree from an accredited university in social sciences, data science, statistics, industrial/financial engineering, social, behavioral, or decision sciences, higher education or related field from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Progressively responsible experience working in a higher education setting. 3. Experience operating in an Ellucian Banner ERP environment. 4. Experience in data warehousing.
The Successful Candidate Will
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various constituencies, including administrators, diverse student body, faculty, and staff. • Aptitude for identifying process inefficiencies, identifying solutions, and successfully implementing changes. • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments. • Excellent written and oral communication, with demonstrated ability to communicate data and analysis to a lay audience. • Process and outcome orientation – the ability to see how outcomes of projects will impact the organization. • Demonstrated service, and inclusive design orientations – ability to collaborate with and view the process and product from the lens of constituents/end users. • The ability to provide decision support generated through data and informed analyses.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim a veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but as a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: Yes
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on July 7, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6270662
Full Time
Chief Data Officer
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 25390
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Ryan Knutson (406) 994-4061 rknutson@montana.edu.
Classification Title: Executive Director
Working Title: Chief Data Officer
Brief Position Overview
Montana State University is looking for a Chief Data Officer who will be expected to lead the fulfillment of the mission of University Data and Analytics by supporting and coordinating all institutional research, institutional effectiveness, assessment, accreditation, mandatory reporting, business analytics, and other data-focused decision-support activities.
Position Number: 4C2530
Department: University Data & Analytics
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Professional
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type: MUS
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
The Chief Data Officer (CDO) under the guidance of the Vice President for Information Technology provides strategic oversight of the University’s data strategy and data analysis.
The CDO’s primary focus areas are governance, innovation, analytics, and operations. The CDO achieves these goals through the management of University Data and Analytics. The office implements approaches to data analysis, data architecture, data management, and institutional research.
The CDO works closely with university leadership along with other departments and offices and acts as a conduit from leadership and others in the institution to identify appropriate analytics to address institutional questions and communicate results to the President and other audiences.
The CDO oversees UDA staff, including operations analysts and data scientists who: design and conduct complex analyses of the University and other pertinent external data; regularly interact with and communicate analytical outcomes to University decision-makers, including the President, Vice Presidents, Deans, faculty, staff, and students; develop innovative methods for conveying information; disseminate official results to appropriate agencies/audiences.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Leads and guides the University Data and Analytics office. • Responsible for governance structures for data and analysis. • Responsible for developing and continuing a strategic vision for data at MSU. • Direct the collection, analysis, and presentation of institutional and/or comparative data used to support and enhance policy formation and decision-making. • Direct reporting of all institutional data required by Federal, State, and accreditation agencies, the Board of Regents, and by campus administrators and committees. • Champion the integration of data sources and develop increased access to data to drive the mission of the University. • Facilitate the analysis of data as a strategic partner for leadership. • Contribute expertise in supporting student success efforts and initiatives. • Contributes expertise in supporting institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. • Increase the ability for key data stewards/stakeholders to effectively use data including areas such as enrollment management, space management, strategic priority action plans, annual operating budgets, institutional effectiveness and efficiency, faculty and staff effectiveness, and assessment of return on program investments. • Collaborate with the MSU System campuses Chancellors and CEOs related to a four-campus need for data analysis and integration. • Consult on survey design and analysis for campus constituents.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Master’s degree in the social sciences, data science, statistics, higher education, industrial/financial engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Five or more years of work experience in institutional research or analytics-related contexts. 3. Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating data analysis to organizational leaders and in public settings. 4. Progressively responsible project management experience. 5. Progressively responsible experience in managing staff, including retention, coaching, and performance/discipline management. 6. Demonstrated understanding of data management practices. 7. Advanced knowledge of research design. 8. Experience operating in a complex administrative information system. 9. Demonstrated successful experience applying data visualization tools and software (e.g.Tableau, Argos, Power BI) to facilitate user comprehension.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Terminal degree from an accredited university in social sciences, data science, statistics, industrial/financial engineering, social, behavioral, or decision sciences, higher education or related field from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Progressively responsible experience working in a higher education setting. 3. Experience operating in an Ellucian Banner ERP environment. 4. Experience in data warehousing.
The Successful Candidate Will
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various constituencies, including administrators, diverse student body, faculty, and staff. • Aptitude for identifying process inefficiencies, identifying solutions, and successfully implementing changes. • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments. • Excellent written and oral communication, with demonstrated ability to communicate data and analysis to a lay audience. • Process and outcome orientation – the ability to see how outcomes of projects will impact the organization. • Demonstrated service, and inclusive design orientations – ability to collaborate with and view the process and product from the lens of constituents/end users. • The ability to provide decision support generated through data and informed analyses.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim a veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but as a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: Yes
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on July 7, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6270662
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington, DC 20566, USA
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $250,000 - $325,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The CIO will lead the development of the Kennedy Center’s strategic technology direction, foster collaboration and community amongst KC’s IT team and oversee the people and services of the KC’s central Information Technology. The CIO will be a thought partner, collaborator, and source of innovative ideas to position technology in support of IT systems across KC locations. He/she/they will provide strong leadership, leverage expertise to help create world-class, strategic, scalable, and sustainable information technology capabilities of value to staff, visiting workers and performers and guests. Services provided include campus-wide networking and support for secure remote access, hosting for the Center’s public-facing website, intranet and self-hosted applications supporting sales and ticketing operations, donor management (Tessitura), financial and human resources management (Lawson), procurement, and parking operations. The Kennedy Center runs redundant, on-premise data centers, as well as hosted application servers in AWS. These environments are predominantly Microsoft based running Windows Servers and PCs, SQL Server databases and .net custom applications running on IIS. The Center also supports a custom Amazon Redshift Data Warehouse that is positioned for machine learning and offers real-time analytics and dashboards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage technology initiatives, maintain existing applications, and develop new technical solutions to identify opportunities for the company to gain a competitive advantage Own and be the technical executive sponsor of Kennedy Center’s ongoing digital transformation efforts that include migration of legacy and proprietary systems to SaaS-based platforms including UKG and Sage Intacct Ensure that adequate and appropriate measures are in place to protect the privacy and security of Kennedy Center assets Implement an AI strategy Create a technology roadmap that supports long-term, organizations-wide priorities ensuring the infrastructure is built to be scalable, flexible, and sustainable Develop and maintain a collaborative and productive relationship with all stakeholders to enable thorough understanding of their business models, needs, challenges and future strategies and partner with them to explore and provide technology solutions that optimize their business or artistic results. Keep abreast of developing technology and advise stakeholders as to features, advantages and costs Understand current technology trends and be able to identify any risk to the business for communication to the senior leadership team Lead the development and implementation for best practices and standards in process, design, architecture, and operations of all aspects of service-oriented information technology delivery Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information of information, use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations Recruit/Retain, develop and manage a competent team of technology staff capable of maintaining and supporting current technology and delivering new solutions as needed. Ensure appropriate standards of performance for systems and staff are set, measured and achieved. In collaboration with stakeholders, prepare and communicate long-term and short-term IT plans to optimize the use of technology by the organization. Prepares and manages capital and operating budgets. Track and measure performance against goals (both solutions and staff) Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 15 years’ experience working in a technical field such as systems engineering, network engineering, software development, IT management. At least 5 years leading a significant IT function, providing and supporting computing services, tools and systems, managing budget, planning and staff Demonstrated ability to manage complex enterprise-wide technical transformation projects Demonstrated ability to analyze system needs, generate and assess options and facilitate the choosing of the best fit solutions. Demonstrated ability to undertake implementation of 3rd party systems, 3rd party customized systems, SaaS solutions and in house developed systems. Knowledge of and comfort with the principles of ITIL, SDLC Knowledge of and comfort with the core elements of data center management and optimization including virtualization, business continuity/disaster recovery planning, IaaS Experience overseeing a helpdesk function Experience overseeing compliance with PCI and other data privacy standards Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and people management skills Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Additional Information Travel up to 15% may be required.
Full-time
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $250,000 - $325,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The CIO will lead the development of the Kennedy Center’s strategic technology direction, foster collaboration and community amongst KC’s IT team and oversee the people and services of the KC’s central Information Technology. The CIO will be a thought partner, collaborator, and source of innovative ideas to position technology in support of IT systems across KC locations. He/she/they will provide strong leadership, leverage expertise to help create world-class, strategic, scalable, and sustainable information technology capabilities of value to staff, visiting workers and performers and guests. Services provided include campus-wide networking and support for secure remote access, hosting for the Center’s public-facing website, intranet and self-hosted applications supporting sales and ticketing operations, donor management (Tessitura), financial and human resources management (Lawson), procurement, and parking operations. The Kennedy Center runs redundant, on-premise data centers, as well as hosted application servers in AWS. These environments are predominantly Microsoft based running Windows Servers and PCs, SQL Server databases and .net custom applications running on IIS. The Center also supports a custom Amazon Redshift Data Warehouse that is positioned for machine learning and offers real-time analytics and dashboards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage technology initiatives, maintain existing applications, and develop new technical solutions to identify opportunities for the company to gain a competitive advantage Own and be the technical executive sponsor of Kennedy Center’s ongoing digital transformation efforts that include migration of legacy and proprietary systems to SaaS-based platforms including UKG and Sage Intacct Ensure that adequate and appropriate measures are in place to protect the privacy and security of Kennedy Center assets Implement an AI strategy Create a technology roadmap that supports long-term, organizations-wide priorities ensuring the infrastructure is built to be scalable, flexible, and sustainable Develop and maintain a collaborative and productive relationship with all stakeholders to enable thorough understanding of their business models, needs, challenges and future strategies and partner with them to explore and provide technology solutions that optimize their business or artistic results. Keep abreast of developing technology and advise stakeholders as to features, advantages and costs Understand current technology trends and be able to identify any risk to the business for communication to the senior leadership team Lead the development and implementation for best practices and standards in process, design, architecture, and operations of all aspects of service-oriented information technology delivery Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information of information, use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations Recruit/Retain, develop and manage a competent team of technology staff capable of maintaining and supporting current technology and delivering new solutions as needed. Ensure appropriate standards of performance for systems and staff are set, measured and achieved. In collaboration with stakeholders, prepare and communicate long-term and short-term IT plans to optimize the use of technology by the organization. Prepares and manages capital and operating budgets. Track and measure performance against goals (both solutions and staff) Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 15 years’ experience working in a technical field such as systems engineering, network engineering, software development, IT management. At least 5 years leading a significant IT function, providing and supporting computing services, tools and systems, managing budget, planning and staff Demonstrated ability to manage complex enterprise-wide technical transformation projects Demonstrated ability to analyze system needs, generate and assess options and facilitate the choosing of the best fit solutions. Demonstrated ability to undertake implementation of 3rd party systems, 3rd party customized systems, SaaS solutions and in house developed systems. Knowledge of and comfort with the principles of ITIL, SDLC Knowledge of and comfort with the core elements of data center management and optimization including virtualization, business continuity/disaster recovery planning, IaaS Experience overseeing a helpdesk function Experience overseeing compliance with PCI and other data privacy standards Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and people management skills Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Additional Information Travel up to 15% may be required.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $250,000 - $325,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The CIO will lead the development of the Kennedy Center’s strategic technology direction, foster collaboration and community amongst KC’s IT team and oversee the people and services of the KC’s central Information Technology. The CIO will be a thought partner, collaborator, and source of innovative ideas to position technology in support of IT systems across KC locations. He/she/they will provide strong leadership, leverage expertise to help create world-class, strategic, scalable, and sustainable information technology capabilities of value to staff, visiting workers and performers and guests. Services provided include campus-wide networking and support for secure remote access, hosting for the Center’s public-facing website, intranet and self-hosted applications supporting sales and ticketing operations, donor management (Tessitura), financial and human resources management (Lawson), procurement, and parking operations. The Kennedy Center runs redundant, on-premise data centers, as well as hosted application servers in AWS. These environments are predominantly Microsoft based running Windows Servers and PCs, SQL Server databases and .net custom applications running on IIS. The Center also supports a custom Amazon Redshift Data Warehouse that is positioned for machine learning and offers real-time analytics and dashboards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage technology initiatives, maintain existing applications, and develop new technical solutions to identify opportunities for the company to gain a competitive advantage Own and be the technical executive sponsor of Kennedy Center’s ongoing digital transformation efforts that include migration of legacy and proprietary systems to SaaS-based platforms including UKG and Sage Intacct Ensure that adequate and appropriate measures are in place to protect the privacy and security of Kennedy Center assets Implement an AI strategy Create a technology roadmap that supports long-term, organizations-wide priorities ensuring the infrastructure is built to be scalable, flexible, and sustainable Develop and maintain a collaborative and productive relationship with all stakeholders to enable thorough understanding of their business models, needs, challenges and future strategies and partner with them to explore and provide technology solutions that optimize their business or artistic results. Keep abreast of developing technology and advise stakeholders as to features, advantages and costs Understand current technology trends and be able to identify any risk to the business for communication to the senior leadership team Lead the development and implementation for best practices and standards in process, design, architecture, and operations of all aspects of service-oriented information technology delivery Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information of information, use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations Recruit/Retain, develop and manage a competent team of technology staff capable of maintaining and supporting current technology and delivering new solutions as needed. Ensure appropriate standards of performance for systems and staff are set, measured and achieved. In collaboration with stakeholders, prepare and communicate long-term and short-term IT plans to optimize the use of technology by the organization. Prepares and manages capital and operating budgets. Track and measure performance against goals (both solutions and staff) Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 15 years’ experience working in a technical field such as systems engineering, network engineering, software development, IT management. At least 5 years leading a significant IT function, providing and supporting computing services, tools and systems, managing budget, planning and staff Demonstrated ability to manage complex enterprise-wide technical transformation projects Demonstrated ability to analyze system needs, generate and assess options and facilitate the choosing of the best fit solutions. Demonstrated ability to undertake implementation of 3rd party systems, 3rd party customized systems, SaaS solutions and in house developed systems. Knowledge of and comfort with the principles of ITIL, SDLC Knowledge of and comfort with the core elements of data center management and optimization including virtualization, business continuity/disaster recovery planning, IaaS Experience overseeing a helpdesk function Experience overseeing compliance with PCI and other data privacy standards Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and people management skills Additional Information Travel up to 15% may be required.
Full Time Regular
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $250,000 - $325,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The CIO will lead the development of the Kennedy Center’s strategic technology direction, foster collaboration and community amongst KC’s IT team and oversee the people and services of the KC’s central Information Technology. The CIO will be a thought partner, collaborator, and source of innovative ideas to position technology in support of IT systems across KC locations. He/she/they will provide strong leadership, leverage expertise to help create world-class, strategic, scalable, and sustainable information technology capabilities of value to staff, visiting workers and performers and guests. Services provided include campus-wide networking and support for secure remote access, hosting for the Center’s public-facing website, intranet and self-hosted applications supporting sales and ticketing operations, donor management (Tessitura), financial and human resources management (Lawson), procurement, and parking operations. The Kennedy Center runs redundant, on-premise data centers, as well as hosted application servers in AWS. These environments are predominantly Microsoft based running Windows Servers and PCs, SQL Server databases and .net custom applications running on IIS. The Center also supports a custom Amazon Redshift Data Warehouse that is positioned for machine learning and offers real-time analytics and dashboards. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage technology initiatives, maintain existing applications, and develop new technical solutions to identify opportunities for the company to gain a competitive advantage Own and be the technical executive sponsor of Kennedy Center’s ongoing digital transformation efforts that include migration of legacy and proprietary systems to SaaS-based platforms including UKG and Sage Intacct Ensure that adequate and appropriate measures are in place to protect the privacy and security of Kennedy Center assets Implement an AI strategy Create a technology roadmap that supports long-term, organizations-wide priorities ensuring the infrastructure is built to be scalable, flexible, and sustainable Develop and maintain a collaborative and productive relationship with all stakeholders to enable thorough understanding of their business models, needs, challenges and future strategies and partner with them to explore and provide technology solutions that optimize their business or artistic results. Keep abreast of developing technology and advise stakeholders as to features, advantages and costs Understand current technology trends and be able to identify any risk to the business for communication to the senior leadership team Lead the development and implementation for best practices and standards in process, design, architecture, and operations of all aspects of service-oriented information technology delivery Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information of information, use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations Recruit/Retain, develop and manage a competent team of technology staff capable of maintaining and supporting current technology and delivering new solutions as needed. Ensure appropriate standards of performance for systems and staff are set, measured and achieved. In collaboration with stakeholders, prepare and communicate long-term and short-term IT plans to optimize the use of technology by the organization. Prepares and manages capital and operating budgets. Track and measure performance against goals (both solutions and staff) Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 15 years’ experience working in a technical field such as systems engineering, network engineering, software development, IT management. At least 5 years leading a significant IT function, providing and supporting computing services, tools and systems, managing budget, planning and staff Demonstrated ability to manage complex enterprise-wide technical transformation projects Demonstrated ability to analyze system needs, generate and assess options and facilitate the choosing of the best fit solutions. Demonstrated ability to undertake implementation of 3rd party systems, 3rd party customized systems, SaaS solutions and in house developed systems. Knowledge of and comfort with the principles of ITIL, SDLC Knowledge of and comfort with the core elements of data center management and optimization including virtualization, business continuity/disaster recovery planning, IaaS Experience overseeing a helpdesk function Experience overseeing compliance with PCI and other data privacy standards Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and people management skills Additional Information Travel up to 15% may be required.
Dean, College of Health
Oregon State University (OSU), Oregon’s land grant institution, seeks a strategic and experienced leader to serve as its next Dean of the https://health.oregonstate.edu/
Oregon State University serves over 38,000 students with more than 5,000 faculty and staff, including the fast-growing OSU Ecampus, which has ranked as a top 10 online program nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 10 consecutive years. With more NSF funding than all other Oregon comprehensive universities combined, OSU is one of only three institutions in the United States to hold land, sea, space, and sun grant designations, and it is Oregon’s only institution to hold both the Carnegie R1 (very research-intensive) designation and the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. OSU is an internationally renowned public research institution that attracts students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Through its Corvallis and Bend campuses, a leading marine science center in Newport, downtown facility in Portland, agricultural research experiment stations, Extension offices, and research forests, OSU has a presence in all 36 Oregon counties.
Central to OSU's mission is its commitment to providing exceptional 21st-century teaching, scholarship, research, discovery, innovation, extension services and public engagement. As Oregon’s largest university, OSU offers more majors, minors, and special programs than any other institution in the state. OSU's research enterprise is distinguished by excellence across various disciplines and a strong upward trajectory, with research expenditures rising 20 of the last 22 years, to a record $422 million in fiscal year 2024.
The next Dean will join Oregon State at an exciting time as the University welcomed Dr. Jayathi Murthy as its 16th president in fall of 2022 and, in 2024, launched its fifth consecutive university strategic plan – https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan Prosperity Widely Shared sets ambitious goals for research, student success, enrollment and public engagement and impact. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the next Dean will join a highly collaborative senior leadership team focused on executing the strategic plan and achieving the university’s ambitions as one of the nation’s top land grant research universities.
To submit a nomination or express personal interest in this position, please see Procedure for Candidacy at the end of this document.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH
The College of Health recently finalized its new strategic plan, https://health.oregonstate.edu/about/strategic-plan. The College trains the next generation of health and human sciences professionals in a world in which an exponential increase of current health graduates is needed to meet the needs of the future. The new Dean will lead a values-driven college in an innovative public land grant research university that prioritizes operating beyond functional silos, spanning disciplinary boundaries, and deeply integrating research, teaching, and public engagement.
The faculty and staff of the College of Health seek solutions to society’s greatest health challenges, using science and community engagement to ensure health and well-being for individuals, families, and communities in Oregon and beyond. In FY 2024, The College of Health faculty received nearly $38 million in sponsored grants and contracts. Two-thirds of its sponsored research is funded by federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the U.S. Department of Education. The funding portfolio also includes awards from the state of Oregon, non-profit organizations and foundations, and industry. Research awards represent the diverse disciplines of the college and reflect the commitment to embrace innovative approaches and methods, conduct both basic and applied research with diverse populations, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration. Findings from these research projects have the potential to improve health and well-being in Oregon and beyond.
In addition to the College’s growth and interdisciplinary focus on health across the lifespan, OSU College of Health is a standout among other schools and colleges of health and human sciences nationally and among land grant universities because of its level of community engagement – through the integrated Extension Family and Community Health program present on campus and throughout the state, and the connection to 4H Youth Development. The College is a national leader in transforming Extension programming to promote health, prioritizing local solutions and committed to authentic partnership with communities across Oregon.
The College of Health offers four main degree programs in Human Development and Family Sciences, Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Public Health. They are offered in Corvallis, with some programs also offered at OSU-Cascades in Bend, including the Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Multiple online degrees, minors, certificates and micro-credentials are taught by College of Health faculty via OSU’s Ecampus to meet the needs of a variety of learners. The College of Health also offers three MS programs, an MPH program, and four PhD programs. The Corvallis campus is home to nearly 1,500 undergraduate and just over 200 graduate students. Approximately 240 students are located at OSU-Cascades and just over 400 students are pursuing their degrees on Ecampus.
Major units in the College of Health include:
School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences
School of Human Development and Family Sciences
School of Nutrition and Public Health
Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families
Center for Global Health
Center for Healthy Aging Research
Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health
Extension Family and Community Health
Team Oregon
ROLE OF THE DEAN
Appointed by and reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Dean is the College’s chief academic and administrative officer responsible for overall leadership, academic program and research stewardship, management, budgeting, and operations. The Dean serves as the lead in representing the College to the University, its leadership, and to the outside world, including alumni, donors, and stakeholders. The Dean is a member of the Provost's Council of Deans and is responsible for being a productive and collaborative participant in many aspects of institution-wide planning and policy development.
The Dean of Health:
Works closely with COH faculty, staff, students, leadership team, and external stakeholders to identify, track, and respond creatively and productively to emerging opportunities and challenges facing health and human sciences and higher education in general.
Crafts a vision and plan to realize the faculty’s aspirations and the University’s expectation that COH be a leader in research consistent with the College’s academic programs and signature areas, deepening the College’s research enterprise by setting and assessing strategic priorities, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and securing resources.
Oversees the college budget, which has an annual E&G budget of $22.2 million and total annual expenditures of approximately $47M across all fund types. The Dean oversees 15 direct reports, and the College has 215 academic faculty in Corvallis and 35 at OSU-Cascades.
Oversees a well-designed and delivered mix of academic programs that achieve strong results for enrollment, student success, and career placement.
Responds effectively to—and captures opportunity associated with—changing trends in health, including the use of new modalities, emergence of alternative credentials, rising need for lifelong learning, proliferation of digital learning technologies and artificial intelligence tools, growth of alternative careers for doctoral program graduates, and growing demand for education among non-traditional learners.
Builds and stewards a culture of continuous innovation and excellence in academic program design and delivery, the development of research programs, and outreach and engaged scholarship.
Leads COH’s contributions to advancing the University’s goals, actions, and targets as articulated in OSU’s current strategic plan, with a special focus on setting and achieving appropriate enrollment, retention, graduation rate, and external research awards goals.
Develops and leads a compelling internationalization strategy for the College, and contributes to the University’s internationalization goals in research, teaching, and engagement.
Manages COH revenue sources and costs effectively to ensure resources are used to the maximum benefit and within budget and allocates resources soundly and transparently so that guidelines and incentives for efficient resource use are reinforced at every level within the College.
Ensures COH meets appropriate accreditation requirements and contributes to the achievement of the University’s institutional accreditation.
Operationalizes COH’s and University priorities in inclusive excellence, including the College’s role in the accomplishment of OSU’s diversity action plan and the College’s own diversity action plan, which is being developed to complement Health and Well-Being for All.
Increases the visibility, reach, and impact of COH in the Pacific Northwest and nation.
In close and productive partnership with University leadership and the OSU Foundation, actively raises funds from private, foundation, and corporate sources to support the work and students of the College; achieves shared University-level objectives; and contributes to the success of the University’s capital campaigns.
In close and productive partnership with University leadership and the OSU Foundation, implements an active and successful program of alumni engagement.
Works collaboratively and productively with other University senior leaders, including deans, vice presidents, vice provosts, and active participation in University-level events and initiatives.
Works in partnership with faculty, federal agencies, and other organizations, as well as other potential external partners, including health programs at Oregon Health & Science University and Portland State University.
Keeps the Provost and Executive Vice President apprised of plans, major issues of concern, and achievements.
KEY OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE DEAN
In carrying out these broad duties, the Dean will be expected to address several key opportunities and challenges:
Raise the prominence and impact of the College of Health through the implementation of its new strategic plan, Health and Well-Being for All
The Dean will work with the leadership team and college to actively monitor and achieve the goals, actions, and tactics of the College strategic plan, which also reinforces the goals of the University’s strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared.
Further research and scholarship across the College’s various disciplines
The Dean will foster continued growth in research and scholarship across the variety of disciplines represented within the College. The Dean must appreciate the breadth of research across disciplines and the differences in which scholarship is evaluated – from bench science to community engagement and extension in Oregon and globally.
Integrate disciplines across the College while balancing program accreditation
The Dean will inspire synergies and facilitate interdisciplinary work while also understanding that the College is home to six separately accredited programs that require distinct areas of emphasis to maintain accreditation.
Center issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the College’s culture
The Dean will work to ensure that issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, fairness, and justice are central to the mission of the College and that the organization supports the university’s broader inclusive excellence goals. The Dean will take steps to recruit and retain a diverse workforce including faculty, staff, and student employees, and to ensure the community is welcoming and inclusive.
Manage the College budget in alignment with College and University goals
The Dean will continue to ensure transparency and accountability in budget management and resource allocation The Dean will manage the budget through a lens of shared governance and transparency, seeking appropriate input from university and community partners. The Dean will assume ultimate responsibility for budget and management decisions, delegate as appropriate, optimize space and other limited resources, and serve as an effective advocate for the College in the context of OSU’s overall strategic goals and plans.
Prioritize enrollment growth and student persistence to bolster enrollment and graduation trends
The Dean will examine recent enrollment and student persistence trends across all College programs and work to develop innovative solutions to address challenges that have led to limited undergraduate and graduate growth in both onsite and Ecampus environments. The Dean will be a champion of high-quality learning and student success. The Dean will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure that programs and experiences meet the needs of students, faculty, and external stakeholders.
Partner with the OSU Foundation and OSU Alumni Association to develop fundraising and engagement initiatives that contribute to the mission of the College and University
The Dean will emphasize interactions and relationship building with alumni, donors, and supporters of the College.
Further integrate extension and OSU-Cascades to impact the reputation and success of the College
As one of the few Colleges of Health in the country with a land-grant mission and deep involvement in Extension programming, the College is uniquely positioned to leverage outreach and engagement into the community to differentiate their programs and impact. OSU-Cascades also plays an integral role in the overall College and the Dean will work to expand OSU-Cascades programs while further integrating them into the mission and vision of the College.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS
The successful candidate will possess an earned doctorate with a distinguished record of professional and scholarly accomplishments and contributions that justify an appointment as a professor with tenure in the College of Health. In addition, they will bring most of the following qualifications:
A record of excellence in leadership positions of increasing responsibility;
Experience in developing and executing academic and research strategies across disciplines;
A proven ability to serve as an executive and provide strategic, innovative, and entrepreneurial leadership;
An awareness of and respect for the values and mission of land-grant universities;
Demonstrated experience in promoting diverse and inclusive environments and improving access to higher education for all;
A commitment to students and an understanding of pedagogical approaches, mentoring, and support systems and programs necessary for their success;
A record of successful recruitment and retention of superb faculty, administrators, and staff;
A collegial, accessible, and consultative approach to leadership with a track record of building meaningful partnerships and relationships internally and externally;
The capacity to listen thoughtfully, consult with others, build consensus, and develop an overarching vision and strategy for moving forward;
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to be a thought leader and mentor;
Excellent financial management skills; demonstrated experience working with complex budgeting and an understanding of the relationships among academic priorities and available resources;
A commitment to transparency in policy, strategy, and financial management;
A commitment to shared governance and a proven capacity to effectively implement and communicate decisions within a shared governance framework;
Outstanding written and oral communication skills and ability to represent both OSU and the College of Health to internal and external stakeholders;
Experience in growing and sustaining fundraising efforts and building and strengthening alumni relations; and
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the highest degree of personal integrity.
OSU LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE
https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/board-trustee/jayathi-y-murthy, a national leader in higher education engineering teaching, research, and service, began her service as Oregon State University’s 16th President on September 9, 2022. As OSU’s President, Murthy is committed to improving access to college for all learners; advancing student success, undergraduate graduation rates, and inclusive excellence throughout the University; expanding OSU’s strong research portfolio by investing in research infrastructure; and supporting faculty excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and Extension and engagement programs.
Prior to joining OSU, Murthy served as the first woman Dean of the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science since January 2016. She has held academic appointments at a number of leading U.S. universities. From 1988 to 1998, Murthy worked at New Hampshire-based Fluent, Inc., a developer and vendor of the world’s most-widely used computational fluid dynamics software. President Murthy is a recipient of numerous awards and recognitions and is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.
https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/provost/about/provost-edward-feser serves as Provost and Executive Vice President, the chief academic and operating officer of Oregon State University. He oversees progress toward the University’s goals in enrollment, education, scholarship and faculty excellence, public engagement, internationalization, technology and leadership development. Since his appointment in 2017, Provost Feser has guided the development and implementation of the University’s institutional strategy, as articulated in https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/sites/leadership.oregonstate.edu/files/vision_2030.pdf (2017), https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/sp40-transformation-excellence-and-impact (OSU’s 2019-23 strategic plan); and https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan (OSU’s 2024-30 strategic plan). Provost Feser is a specialist in regional economic development, innovation, and technology policy. Prior to joining OSU, he held faculty and leadership roles at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was a Fulbright Senior Specialist at the Vienna University of Economics and Business in Austria and has served in state government as Assistant Secretary for Policy, Research, and Strategic Planning in the North Carolina Department of Commerce. He holds a BA in government from the University of San Francisco and Ph.D. and master’s degrees in city and regional planning from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
OSU is governed by a 15-member Board of Trustees appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Oregon Legislature, guiding the University’s mission to serve the state, the nation and the world.
CORVALLIS, OREGON
OSU’s main campus is in Corvallis, a community of 58,000 located in the heart of western Oregon's Willamette Valley. Corvallis is 90 miles south of Portland and 36 miles south of Salem, the state capital. The Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains are nearby. Corvallis is a vibrant college town; WalletHub recently ranked it as the fourth-best overall college city in America. The https://imaginecorvallis.org/2040-vision campaign demonstrates Corvallis’s commitment to making itself a livable, diverse community. Known for prioritizing environmental responsibility, Corvallis sits within easy access to Oregon’s finest natural recreational and scenic areas: ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, wine country, and the rugged Cascade Mountain and Coast ranges. The University’s branch campus, OSU-Cascades, is located in Bend, which is world-famous for both its outdoor pursuits and pristine beauty. Today, Bend and Central Oregon represent Oregon’s fastest-growing region and one of its most dynamic economies.
Land acknowledgement
As one of the nation’s Land Grant institutions, Oregon State University benefitted from resources derived from the taking and sale of lands occupied by Native peoples, specifically the Klamath, Coos, Lower Umpqua, Siuslaw and Coquille people. In addition, OSU’s Corvallis campus is located within the traditional homelands of the Mary’s River or Ampinefu Band of the Kalapuya people, whose descendants are members of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians. Indigenous people are valued, contributing members of the Oregon State community and represent multiple sovereign tribes among students, faculty, staff and alumni. To learn more visit: https://oregonstate.edu/land-acknowledgment.
INQUIRIES AND PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Inquiries, nominations and referrals, should be sent directly to Bonny Ray, Executive Director of University Human Resources, at bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search. Interested candidates should submit the following materials to bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu by Jan. 17, 2025:
A cover letter outlining your interest in the position and your qualifications.
A current curriculum vitae.
A statement of leadership philosophy.
Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without notifying the candidate.
Once these documents are received a confidential link to fill out an abbreviated application will be provided. Questions may be directed to Bonny Ray at bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu
Dr. Susan Gardner, Dean of the College of Education, will chair the Search Advisory Committee. She may be reached at susan.k.gardner@oregonstate.edu.
Dates of note: Semifinalist interviews are currently planned for the week of February 10 to 14, 2025. Finalists will be invited to participate in in-person interviews in Corvallis during the week of March 3 to 7, 2025.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Final candidates for this position must complete a sexual misconduct reference check, per University Policy 05-010. An offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory results from the sexual misconduct reference check.
Full Time
Dean, College of Health
Oregon State University (OSU), Oregon’s land grant institution, seeks a strategic and experienced leader to serve as its next Dean of the https://health.oregonstate.edu/
Oregon State University serves over 38,000 students with more than 5,000 faculty and staff, including the fast-growing OSU Ecampus, which has ranked as a top 10 online program nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 10 consecutive years. With more NSF funding than all other Oregon comprehensive universities combined, OSU is one of only three institutions in the United States to hold land, sea, space, and sun grant designations, and it is Oregon’s only institution to hold both the Carnegie R1 (very research-intensive) designation and the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. OSU is an internationally renowned public research institution that attracts students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Through its Corvallis and Bend campuses, a leading marine science center in Newport, downtown facility in Portland, agricultural research experiment stations, Extension offices, and research forests, OSU has a presence in all 36 Oregon counties.
Central to OSU's mission is its commitment to providing exceptional 21st-century teaching, scholarship, research, discovery, innovation, extension services and public engagement. As Oregon’s largest university, OSU offers more majors, minors, and special programs than any other institution in the state. OSU's research enterprise is distinguished by excellence across various disciplines and a strong upward trajectory, with research expenditures rising 20 of the last 22 years, to a record $422 million in fiscal year 2024.
The next Dean will join Oregon State at an exciting time as the University welcomed Dr. Jayathi Murthy as its 16th president in fall of 2022 and, in 2024, launched its fifth consecutive university strategic plan – https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan Prosperity Widely Shared sets ambitious goals for research, student success, enrollment and public engagement and impact. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the next Dean will join a highly collaborative senior leadership team focused on executing the strategic plan and achieving the university’s ambitions as one of the nation’s top land grant research universities.
To submit a nomination or express personal interest in this position, please see Procedure for Candidacy at the end of this document.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH
The College of Health recently finalized its new strategic plan, https://health.oregonstate.edu/about/strategic-plan. The College trains the next generation of health and human sciences professionals in a world in which an exponential increase of current health graduates is needed to meet the needs of the future. The new Dean will lead a values-driven college in an innovative public land grant research university that prioritizes operating beyond functional silos, spanning disciplinary boundaries, and deeply integrating research, teaching, and public engagement.
The faculty and staff of the College of Health seek solutions to society’s greatest health challenges, using science and community engagement to ensure health and well-being for individuals, families, and communities in Oregon and beyond. In FY 2024, The College of Health faculty received nearly $38 million in sponsored grants and contracts. Two-thirds of its sponsored research is funded by federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the U.S. Department of Education. The funding portfolio also includes awards from the state of Oregon, non-profit organizations and foundations, and industry. Research awards represent the diverse disciplines of the college and reflect the commitment to embrace innovative approaches and methods, conduct both basic and applied research with diverse populations, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration. Findings from these research projects have the potential to improve health and well-being in Oregon and beyond.
In addition to the College’s growth and interdisciplinary focus on health across the lifespan, OSU College of Health is a standout among other schools and colleges of health and human sciences nationally and among land grant universities because of its level of community engagement – through the integrated Extension Family and Community Health program present on campus and throughout the state, and the connection to 4H Youth Development. The College is a national leader in transforming Extension programming to promote health, prioritizing local solutions and committed to authentic partnership with communities across Oregon.
The College of Health offers four main degree programs in Human Development and Family Sciences, Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Public Health. They are offered in Corvallis, with some programs also offered at OSU-Cascades in Bend, including the Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Multiple online degrees, minors, certificates and micro-credentials are taught by College of Health faculty via OSU’s Ecampus to meet the needs of a variety of learners. The College of Health also offers three MS programs, an MPH program, and four PhD programs. The Corvallis campus is home to nearly 1,500 undergraduate and just over 200 graduate students. Approximately 240 students are located at OSU-Cascades and just over 400 students are pursuing their degrees on Ecampus.
Major units in the College of Health include:
School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences
School of Human Development and Family Sciences
School of Nutrition and Public Health
Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families
Center for Global Health
Center for Healthy Aging Research
Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health
Extension Family and Community Health
Team Oregon
ROLE OF THE DEAN
Appointed by and reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Dean is the College’s chief academic and administrative officer responsible for overall leadership, academic program and research stewardship, management, budgeting, and operations. The Dean serves as the lead in representing the College to the University, its leadership, and to the outside world, including alumni, donors, and stakeholders. The Dean is a member of the Provost's Council of Deans and is responsible for being a productive and collaborative participant in many aspects of institution-wide planning and policy development.
The Dean of Health:
Works closely with COH faculty, staff, students, leadership team, and external stakeholders to identify, track, and respond creatively and productively to emerging opportunities and challenges facing health and human sciences and higher education in general.
Crafts a vision and plan to realize the faculty’s aspirations and the University’s expectation that COH be a leader in research consistent with the College’s academic programs and signature areas, deepening the College’s research enterprise by setting and assessing strategic priorities, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and securing resources.
Oversees the college budget, which has an annual E&G budget of $22.2 million and total annual expenditures of approximately $47M across all fund types. The Dean oversees 15 direct reports, and the College has 215 academic faculty in Corvallis and 35 at OSU-Cascades.
Oversees a well-designed and delivered mix of academic programs that achieve strong results for enrollment, student success, and career placement.
Responds effectively to—and captures opportunity associated with—changing trends in health, including the use of new modalities, emergence of alternative credentials, rising need for lifelong learning, proliferation of digital learning technologies and artificial intelligence tools, growth of alternative careers for doctoral program graduates, and growing demand for education among non-traditional learners.
Builds and stewards a culture of continuous innovation and excellence in academic program design and delivery, the development of research programs, and outreach and engaged scholarship.
Leads COH’s contributions to advancing the University’s goals, actions, and targets as articulated in OSU’s current strategic plan, with a special focus on setting and achieving appropriate enrollment, retention, graduation rate, and external research awards goals.
Develops and leads a compelling internationalization strategy for the College, and contributes to the University’s internationalization goals in research, teaching, and engagement.
Manages COH revenue sources and costs effectively to ensure resources are used to the maximum benefit and within budget and allocates resources soundly and transparently so that guidelines and incentives for efficient resource use are reinforced at every level within the College.
Ensures COH meets appropriate accreditation requirements and contributes to the achievement of the University’s institutional accreditation.
Operationalizes COH’s and University priorities in inclusive excellence, including the College’s role in the accomplishment of OSU’s diversity action plan and the College’s own diversity action plan, which is being developed to complement Health and Well-Being for All.
Increases the visibility, reach, and impact of COH in the Pacific Northwest and nation.
In close and productive partnership with University leadership and the OSU Foundation, actively raises funds from private, foundation, and corporate sources to support the work and students of the College; achieves shared University-level objectives; and contributes to the success of the University’s capital campaigns.
In close and productive partnership with University leadership and the OSU Foundation, implements an active and successful program of alumni engagement.
Works collaboratively and productively with other University senior leaders, including deans, vice presidents, vice provosts, and active participation in University-level events and initiatives.
Works in partnership with faculty, federal agencies, and other organizations, as well as other potential external partners, including health programs at Oregon Health & Science University and Portland State University.
Keeps the Provost and Executive Vice President apprised of plans, major issues of concern, and achievements.
KEY OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE DEAN
In carrying out these broad duties, the Dean will be expected to address several key opportunities and challenges:
Raise the prominence and impact of the College of Health through the implementation of its new strategic plan, Health and Well-Being for All
The Dean will work with the leadership team and college to actively monitor and achieve the goals, actions, and tactics of the College strategic plan, which also reinforces the goals of the University’s strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared.
Further research and scholarship across the College’s various disciplines
The Dean will foster continued growth in research and scholarship across the variety of disciplines represented within the College. The Dean must appreciate the breadth of research across disciplines and the differences in which scholarship is evaluated – from bench science to community engagement and extension in Oregon and globally.
Integrate disciplines across the College while balancing program accreditation
The Dean will inspire synergies and facilitate interdisciplinary work while also understanding that the College is home to six separately accredited programs that require distinct areas of emphasis to maintain accreditation.
Center issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the College’s culture
The Dean will work to ensure that issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, fairness, and justice are central to the mission of the College and that the organization supports the university’s broader inclusive excellence goals. The Dean will take steps to recruit and retain a diverse workforce including faculty, staff, and student employees, and to ensure the community is welcoming and inclusive.
Manage the College budget in alignment with College and University goals
The Dean will continue to ensure transparency and accountability in budget management and resource allocation The Dean will manage the budget through a lens of shared governance and transparency, seeking appropriate input from university and community partners. The Dean will assume ultimate responsibility for budget and management decisions, delegate as appropriate, optimize space and other limited resources, and serve as an effective advocate for the College in the context of OSU’s overall strategic goals and plans.
Prioritize enrollment growth and student persistence to bolster enrollment and graduation trends
The Dean will examine recent enrollment and student persistence trends across all College programs and work to develop innovative solutions to address challenges that have led to limited undergraduate and graduate growth in both onsite and Ecampus environments. The Dean will be a champion of high-quality learning and student success. The Dean will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure that programs and experiences meet the needs of students, faculty, and external stakeholders.
Partner with the OSU Foundation and OSU Alumni Association to develop fundraising and engagement initiatives that contribute to the mission of the College and University
The Dean will emphasize interactions and relationship building with alumni, donors, and supporters of the College.
Further integrate extension and OSU-Cascades to impact the reputation and success of the College
As one of the few Colleges of Health in the country with a land-grant mission and deep involvement in Extension programming, the College is uniquely positioned to leverage outreach and engagement into the community to differentiate their programs and impact. OSU-Cascades also plays an integral role in the overall College and the Dean will work to expand OSU-Cascades programs while further integrating them into the mission and vision of the College.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS
The successful candidate will possess an earned doctorate with a distinguished record of professional and scholarly accomplishments and contributions that justify an appointment as a professor with tenure in the College of Health. In addition, they will bring most of the following qualifications:
A record of excellence in leadership positions of increasing responsibility;
Experience in developing and executing academic and research strategies across disciplines;
A proven ability to serve as an executive and provide strategic, innovative, and entrepreneurial leadership;
An awareness of and respect for the values and mission of land-grant universities;
Demonstrated experience in promoting diverse and inclusive environments and improving access to higher education for all;
A commitment to students and an understanding of pedagogical approaches, mentoring, and support systems and programs necessary for their success;
A record of successful recruitment and retention of superb faculty, administrators, and staff;
A collegial, accessible, and consultative approach to leadership with a track record of building meaningful partnerships and relationships internally and externally;
The capacity to listen thoughtfully, consult with others, build consensus, and develop an overarching vision and strategy for moving forward;
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to be a thought leader and mentor;
Excellent financial management skills; demonstrated experience working with complex budgeting and an understanding of the relationships among academic priorities and available resources;
A commitment to transparency in policy, strategy, and financial management;
A commitment to shared governance and a proven capacity to effectively implement and communicate decisions within a shared governance framework;
Outstanding written and oral communication skills and ability to represent both OSU and the College of Health to internal and external stakeholders;
Experience in growing and sustaining fundraising efforts and building and strengthening alumni relations; and
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the highest degree of personal integrity.
OSU LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE
https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/board-trustee/jayathi-y-murthy, a national leader in higher education engineering teaching, research, and service, began her service as Oregon State University’s 16th President on September 9, 2022. As OSU’s President, Murthy is committed to improving access to college for all learners; advancing student success, undergraduate graduation rates, and inclusive excellence throughout the University; expanding OSU’s strong research portfolio by investing in research infrastructure; and supporting faculty excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and Extension and engagement programs.
Prior to joining OSU, Murthy served as the first woman Dean of the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science since January 2016. She has held academic appointments at a number of leading U.S. universities. From 1988 to 1998, Murthy worked at New Hampshire-based Fluent, Inc., a developer and vendor of the world’s most-widely used computational fluid dynamics software. President Murthy is a recipient of numerous awards and recognitions and is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.
https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/provost/about/provost-edward-feser serves as Provost and Executive Vice President, the chief academic and operating officer of Oregon State University. He oversees progress toward the University’s goals in enrollment, education, scholarship and faculty excellence, public engagement, internationalization, technology and leadership development. Since his appointment in 2017, Provost Feser has guided the development and implementation of the University’s institutional strategy, as articulated in https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/sites/leadership.oregonstate.edu/files/vision_2030.pdf (2017), https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/sp40-transformation-excellence-and-impact (OSU’s 2019-23 strategic plan); and https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/strategic-plan (OSU’s 2024-30 strategic plan). Provost Feser is a specialist in regional economic development, innovation, and technology policy. Prior to joining OSU, he held faculty and leadership roles at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was a Fulbright Senior Specialist at the Vienna University of Economics and Business in Austria and has served in state government as Assistant Secretary for Policy, Research, and Strategic Planning in the North Carolina Department of Commerce. He holds a BA in government from the University of San Francisco and Ph.D. and master’s degrees in city and regional planning from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
OSU is governed by a 15-member Board of Trustees appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Oregon Legislature, guiding the University’s mission to serve the state, the nation and the world.
CORVALLIS, OREGON
OSU’s main campus is in Corvallis, a community of 58,000 located in the heart of western Oregon's Willamette Valley. Corvallis is 90 miles south of Portland and 36 miles south of Salem, the state capital. The Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains are nearby. Corvallis is a vibrant college town; WalletHub recently ranked it as the fourth-best overall college city in America. The https://imaginecorvallis.org/2040-vision campaign demonstrates Corvallis’s commitment to making itself a livable, diverse community. Known for prioritizing environmental responsibility, Corvallis sits within easy access to Oregon’s finest natural recreational and scenic areas: ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, wine country, and the rugged Cascade Mountain and Coast ranges. The University’s branch campus, OSU-Cascades, is located in Bend, which is world-famous for both its outdoor pursuits and pristine beauty. Today, Bend and Central Oregon represent Oregon’s fastest-growing region and one of its most dynamic economies.
Land acknowledgement
As one of the nation’s Land Grant institutions, Oregon State University benefitted from resources derived from the taking and sale of lands occupied by Native peoples, specifically the Klamath, Coos, Lower Umpqua, Siuslaw and Coquille people. In addition, OSU’s Corvallis campus is located within the traditional homelands of the Mary’s River or Ampinefu Band of the Kalapuya people, whose descendants are members of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians. Indigenous people are valued, contributing members of the Oregon State community and represent multiple sovereign tribes among students, faculty, staff and alumni. To learn more visit: https://oregonstate.edu/land-acknowledgment.
INQUIRIES AND PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Inquiries, nominations and referrals, should be sent directly to Bonny Ray, Executive Director of University Human Resources, at bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search. Interested candidates should submit the following materials to bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu by Jan. 17, 2025:
A cover letter outlining your interest in the position and your qualifications.
A current curriculum vitae.
A statement of leadership philosophy.
Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without notifying the candidate.
Once these documents are received a confidential link to fill out an abbreviated application will be provided. Questions may be directed to Bonny Ray at bonny.ray@oregonstate.edu
Dr. Susan Gardner, Dean of the College of Education, will chair the Search Advisory Committee. She may be reached at susan.k.gardner@oregonstate.edu.
Dates of note: Semifinalist interviews are currently planned for the week of February 10 to 14, 2025. Finalists will be invited to participate in in-person interviews in Corvallis during the week of March 3 to 7, 2025.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Final candidates for this position must complete a sexual misconduct reference check, per University Policy 05-010. An offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory results from the sexual misconduct reference check.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration.* ** About the National Symphony Orchestra Founded in 1931, the Orchestra has always been committed to artistic excellence and music education. In 1986, the National Symphony became an artistic affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where it has performed a full season of subscription concerts since the Center opened in 1971. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Job Description The NSO Development team seeks a detail-oriented and customer-focused fundraiser to provide foundational support for all areas of NSO fundraising, with a focus on NSO Circles, Major Gifts, and NSO National Trustees annual fund campaigns. This position, reporting to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship, includes tasks in the areas of research; database management; meeting and stewardship activity planning; professional and creative writing such as acknowledgments, briefings, formal written communications, and informal correspondence; event staffing; donor stewardship such as ticket processing, contribution processing, and gift documentation; and support of projects led by the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship or the Chief Development Officer. The incumbent serves as a development liaison with multiple departments and teams throughout the institution. The Assistant must exhibit an exceptional level of attention to detail, the ability to prioritize their time for both short- and long-term projects, accurately maintain records in a variety of formats, and engage in-person, over the phone, and via video conference with supporters and staff members from a variety of backgrounds and leadership levels. An aptitude for organization and clear communication is essential . Key Responsibilities NSO Circles, Major Gifts, and NSO National Trustees Assist in the management and implementation of the Circles, Major Gifts, and National Trustees annual fund campaigns: Review data and ensure accuracy of renewal materials Generate and manage solicitations, acknowledgments, tax receipts, and acquisition appeals Assist in the preparation of revenue reports and projections Manage office resources and collateral materials Assist with requisite benefit, cultivation, and committee activities: Assist in the implementation of National Trustee committee meetings and trips; track event attendance and associated payments Work closely with Special Events and other NSO Development staff to support donor cultivation and stewardship events Generate invitation lists, draft printed materials, and assist with internal approvals Contribute to event briefings for institutional and organizational leaders Complete appropriate follow-up after each event Donor Stewardship Draft and coordinate multiple types of correspondence, such as acknowledgments, solicitations, and communications on behalf of NSO leadership Complete gift-related processes with accuracy and expediency: Complete, secure approval, and ensure correct entry for gift documentation Update necessary systems and database records to ensure correct recognition, benefit fulfillment, and gift processing Assign tasks as appropriate to other team members for completion Notify appropriate team members of gift-related details and updates Maintain a modest portfolio of donors and complete assigned cultivation and stewardship tasks such as in-person visits at concerts and events, phone calls, and email outreach Provide excellent, proactive customer service: Solicit and renew donors over the phone and via email Respond promptly and with accuracy to all incoming inquiries via phone, email, and mail, and assist the Assistant Manager and Manager with similar needs Manage ticketing and/or reservation needs Fulfill requests for information pertaining to contributions, such as tax letters and invoices Staff on- and off-site events in support of donor stewardship and cultivation Support for NSO Development Team and Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship Support team strategies and projects, such as preparing and distributing a weekly contribution report, a weekly report to the NSO Executive Director, and managing the performance greeting process and schedule Provide support to enable the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and other NSO Development Team members to effectively carry out moves management steps for their donor portfolios Provide direct support to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship for special projects and donor requests, travel logistics, and financial processes Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Experience in a front-facing, customer service-oriented role is required. Development/fundraising, writing, and event logistics (or related experience) is preferred. Working knowledge of the performing arts, specifically classical music, is preferred. Bachelor’s degree is beneficial. Experience with Tessitura or similar CRM is beneficial. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Full Time Regular
***Please submit a cover letter for consideration.* ** About the National Symphony Orchestra Founded in 1931, the Orchestra has always been committed to artistic excellence and music education. In 1986, the National Symphony became an artistic affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where it has performed a full season of subscription concerts since the Center opened in 1971. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Job Description The NSO Development team seeks a detail-oriented and customer-focused fundraiser to provide foundational support for all areas of NSO fundraising, with a focus on NSO Circles, Major Gifts, and NSO National Trustees annual fund campaigns. This position, reporting to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship, includes tasks in the areas of research; database management; meeting and stewardship activity planning; professional and creative writing such as acknowledgments, briefings, formal written communications, and informal correspondence; event staffing; donor stewardship such as ticket processing, contribution processing, and gift documentation; and support of projects led by the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship or the Chief Development Officer. The incumbent serves as a development liaison with multiple departments and teams throughout the institution. The Assistant must exhibit an exceptional level of attention to detail, the ability to prioritize their time for both short- and long-term projects, accurately maintain records in a variety of formats, and engage in-person, over the phone, and via video conference with supporters and staff members from a variety of backgrounds and leadership levels. An aptitude for organization and clear communication is essential . Key Responsibilities NSO Circles, Major Gifts, and NSO National Trustees Assist in the management and implementation of the Circles, Major Gifts, and National Trustees annual fund campaigns: Review data and ensure accuracy of renewal materials Generate and manage solicitations, acknowledgments, tax receipts, and acquisition appeals Assist in the preparation of revenue reports and projections Manage office resources and collateral materials Assist with requisite benefit, cultivation, and committee activities: Assist in the implementation of National Trustee committee meetings and trips; track event attendance and associated payments Work closely with Special Events and other NSO Development staff to support donor cultivation and stewardship events Generate invitation lists, draft printed materials, and assist with internal approvals Contribute to event briefings for institutional and organizational leaders Complete appropriate follow-up after each event Donor Stewardship Draft and coordinate multiple types of correspondence, such as acknowledgments, solicitations, and communications on behalf of NSO leadership Complete gift-related processes with accuracy and expediency: Complete, secure approval, and ensure correct entry for gift documentation Update necessary systems and database records to ensure correct recognition, benefit fulfillment, and gift processing Assign tasks as appropriate to other team members for completion Notify appropriate team members of gift-related details and updates Maintain a modest portfolio of donors and complete assigned cultivation and stewardship tasks such as in-person visits at concerts and events, phone calls, and email outreach Provide excellent, proactive customer service: Solicit and renew donors over the phone and via email Respond promptly and with accuracy to all incoming inquiries via phone, email, and mail, and assist the Assistant Manager and Manager with similar needs Manage ticketing and/or reservation needs Fulfill requests for information pertaining to contributions, such as tax letters and invoices Staff on- and off-site events in support of donor stewardship and cultivation Support for NSO Development Team and Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship Support team strategies and projects, such as preparing and distributing a weekly contribution report, a weekly report to the NSO Executive Director, and managing the performance greeting process and schedule Provide support to enable the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship and other NSO Development Team members to effectively carry out moves management steps for their donor portfolios Provide direct support to the Director of NSO Operations and Stewardship for special projects and donor requests, travel logistics, and financial processes Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Experience in a front-facing, customer service-oriented role is required. Development/fundraising, writing, and event logistics (or related experience) is preferred. Working knowledge of the performing arts, specifically classical music, is preferred. Bachelor’s degree is beneficial. Experience with Tessitura or similar CRM is beneficial. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA, USA
Chief Information (IT) Officer
Job ID: 276582
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, 34 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, diversity, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, now owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 policy and its https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Vice President of Finance & Administration, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for providing leadership, integrative management, vision, and strategic planning for the University's information technology department, including but not limited to Operations, Information Security, Enterprise Applications, Infrastructure (Systems Administration, Web Development, Networking and Telephone Systems), and Technology Support Services.
Responsibilities
Leadership - 50 Oversees and administers the day-to-day operations of the Information Technology department. Provides institutional-wide leadership and direction in the management and operation of information technologies and services. Provides direction and leadership in the review of IT systems and methods and in the formulation of new and revised systems. Provides counsel to the executive team in the examination and definition of objectives for existing and/or proposed information systems and process improvement. Guides the IT Governance structure, geared at integrating and coordinating the development and implementation of IT programs across the university to achieve maximum institution-wide efficiencies and synergies. Coordinates the identification and prioritization of IT initiatives among the university's departments. Sits on the University System of Georgia's CIO Advisory Council. Maintains professional contacts with other universities, both within and external to the USG, and external vendors. Works collaboratively with other units across campus to ensure the university is leading the way with innovative pedagogies and classroom environments that support excellence in teaching and successful student learning outcomes.
Strategic Planning - 25 Leads and coordinates the development and implementation of integrated strategic IT plans and policies for the university. Sits on the university's Strategic Planning Committee. Leads the process of determining the priorities, projects, and future directions of the university's IT functions.
Administration - 10 Maintains knowledge and understanding of current and developing technology systems and equipment. Works with Information Security Officer and team members to ensure security of institutional data and systems. Guides the design, establishment, and maintenance of the IT organizational structure and staffing required to effectively support and accomplish the university's goals and objectives.
Budgeting - 10 Oversees the institutional information technology budgeting process, including the Student Technology Fee, and provides leadership in cost and productivity analysis. Supports the planning and development of university-wide strategies for budgeting and allocating resources for information technology.
Other - 5 Contributes to the overall success of the VP of Finance & Administration as well as the university by performing duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President and/or President. Expected to be on-call and available nights and weekends for emergencies.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements A bachelor's degree in a related field.
Other Required Qualifications Combination of degree and experience considered.
Required Experience 10 years of IT-related experience with 3-5 years at management level; experience with Project Management
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications Experience with enterprise-level ERP systems like Banner, PeopleSoft, Workday, etc.; higher education experience or experience within the University System of Georgia.
Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's degree in IT-related field
Preferred Experience 10+ years of IT leadership experience
Required Documents to Attach
• Cover Letter • Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE Best practices in customer service, prioritization, and teamwork; working knowledge of IT policies, procedures, and standards; knowledge of organizational change methodologies; proven ability to form and execute and IT strategic plan.
SKILLS Customer service focused; ability to problem solve; excellent oral and written communication skills; exceptional organization skills; ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; budget management; project management; vendor management, including contract negotiation; highly collaborative, with the ability to work with non-technical individuals.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.
Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging. Please visit Equal Employment Opportunity for more information.
Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
• Criminal Background Check • Education Verification
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5578901
Full Time
Chief Information (IT) Officer
Job ID: 276582
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, 34 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, diversity, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, now owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 policy and its https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Vice President of Finance & Administration, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for providing leadership, integrative management, vision, and strategic planning for the University's information technology department, including but not limited to Operations, Information Security, Enterprise Applications, Infrastructure (Systems Administration, Web Development, Networking and Telephone Systems), and Technology Support Services.
Responsibilities
Leadership - 50 Oversees and administers the day-to-day operations of the Information Technology department. Provides institutional-wide leadership and direction in the management and operation of information technologies and services. Provides direction and leadership in the review of IT systems and methods and in the formulation of new and revised systems. Provides counsel to the executive team in the examination and definition of objectives for existing and/or proposed information systems and process improvement. Guides the IT Governance structure, geared at integrating and coordinating the development and implementation of IT programs across the university to achieve maximum institution-wide efficiencies and synergies. Coordinates the identification and prioritization of IT initiatives among the university's departments. Sits on the University System of Georgia's CIO Advisory Council. Maintains professional contacts with other universities, both within and external to the USG, and external vendors. Works collaboratively with other units across campus to ensure the university is leading the way with innovative pedagogies and classroom environments that support excellence in teaching and successful student learning outcomes.
Strategic Planning - 25 Leads and coordinates the development and implementation of integrated strategic IT plans and policies for the university. Sits on the university's Strategic Planning Committee. Leads the process of determining the priorities, projects, and future directions of the university's IT functions.
Administration - 10 Maintains knowledge and understanding of current and developing technology systems and equipment. Works with Information Security Officer and team members to ensure security of institutional data and systems. Guides the design, establishment, and maintenance of the IT organizational structure and staffing required to effectively support and accomplish the university's goals and objectives.
Budgeting - 10 Oversees the institutional information technology budgeting process, including the Student Technology Fee, and provides leadership in cost and productivity analysis. Supports the planning and development of university-wide strategies for budgeting and allocating resources for information technology.
Other - 5 Contributes to the overall success of the VP of Finance & Administration as well as the university by performing duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President and/or President. Expected to be on-call and available nights and weekends for emergencies.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements A bachelor's degree in a related field.
Other Required Qualifications Combination of degree and experience considered.
Required Experience 10 years of IT-related experience with 3-5 years at management level; experience with Project Management
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications Experience with enterprise-level ERP systems like Banner, PeopleSoft, Workday, etc.; higher education experience or experience within the University System of Georgia.
Preferred Educational Qualifications Master's degree in IT-related field
Preferred Experience 10+ years of IT leadership experience
Required Documents to Attach
• Cover Letter • Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE Best practices in customer service, prioritization, and teamwork; working knowledge of IT policies, procedures, and standards; knowledge of organizational change methodologies; proven ability to form and execute and IT strategic plan.
SKILLS Customer service focused; ability to problem solve; excellent oral and written communication skills; exceptional organization skills; ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; budget management; project management; vendor management, including contract negotiation; highly collaborative, with the ability to work with non-technical individuals.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.
Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging. Please visit Equal Employment Opportunity for more information.
Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
• Criminal Background Check • Education Verification
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5578901
Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services
Cuesta College
Salary: $198,164.00 - $240,870.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FY2425-00043
Location: All Campuses or other sites, CA
Department: Administrative Services
Closing: 9/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
DEFINITION
Under the general direction of the Superintendent/President the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services (AS/VPAS) is the Chief Business Officer of the District who provides direction and leadership for a wide range of administrative and business services in support of the vision, mission and values of Cuesta College. The AS/VPAS works with the Board of Trustees, the Superintendent/President, managers, faculty, classified professionals, and students to build effective ways to support student success. The AS/VPAS is responsible for development and administration of the District's budget, facilities planning and management, fiscal services, public safety, risk management, information systems and technology, maintenance and operations, food services, bookstore, and auxiliary services.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services is distinguished by working directly with the Superintendent/President, Assistant Superintendent/Vice Presidents of Instruction, Student Success and Support Programs, and Human Resources to lead the District in achieving its vision, mission, values, goals, plans, and student learning and institutional effectiveness outcomes. The incumbent supports Student Learning Outcomes, Administrative Services Outcomes, and Institutional Effectiveness by providing leadership and coordination of all the District programs and services by utilizing the District's resources to support successful student learning.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Where You Will Work Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, California, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande. San Luis Obispo's temperate climate and beautiful geography enhance an outdoor lifestyle.
Who We Are Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html
Essential Functions & Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Assist the Superintendent/President as needed in the administration of the District; • Assist the Superintendent/President in developing and maintaining all administrative services of the District; • Administer the business functions of the District in the areas of:
• General accounting: accounts and auditing; • Budget development, projections, and planning; • Budget accounting: compilation, evaluation, control; • Income, regular and special: application, reporting, estimating state apportionment, local tax levy, federal public laws; • Insurance: oversee insurance programs for the District which includes employee safety, District liabilities and personal property; • Risk management; • Serving on the Joint Powers Agency Board of Directors relating to the District's insurance and liability coverage; • Bookstore and Auxiliary Services; purchasing, mail and telephone, reprographics, receiving and disbursement;
• Oversee aspects of Maintenance, Operations and Grounds:
• Physical Properties: inventory and control of equipment and physical properties; • Real Property: management, purchase, sale, and leasing of property for District use; • Maintenance: repair and maintenance of District buildings, equipment, and grounds, cleaning, heating, lighting of District facilities, and provision of utilities, energy management, and services; • Transportation: management of campus fleet;
• Facility Planning: District facility master planning, annual planning, development of Five-Year Capital Outlay Plans as requested by the Chancellor's Office;
• Planning for District space needs and facilities renovation and construction; • New Construction: communications between architects, contractors, and college administration; • Bond planning and implementation: financial analysis of expenditure plans; ability to work with underwriters to implement bond market issuance; project design and construction; evaluation of bids; oversight of contracts;
• Oversee the operation of assigned District-wide programs; • Develop and present reports and recommendations for Board of Trustees, President's Cabinet, Planning and Budget Committee, and others as needed; • Complete and submit required reports to local, state, and federal agencies; • Select and evaluate personnel in the Administrative Services cluster; • Support grant development with the appropriate district department(s); • Lead and participate in participatory governance committees, processes and initiatives; • Recommend institutional policy and supervise development of revisions to existing or new policies and procedures related to Administrative Services; • Assist in the review and implementation of college planning and governance processes; • Develop and present to the Board of Trustees, policy revisions and additions, reports, and action items related to areas of responsibility; • Assist in the development of proposals for negotiations with the classified and faculty bargaining units and ensure that the collective bargaining agreements, as they apply to faculty and staff are implemented correctly; • Assist in the development of proposals for compensation and other adjustments for Meet and Confer employees; • Recommend staff for employment, retention, promotion, dismissal, disciplinary action, and/or leave for staff within Administrative Services department; • Serve on the Superintendent/President's Cabinet, College governance committees, and/or District negotiating teams, as requested by the Superintendent/President; • Represent the District in the community and serve on advisory boards as requested by the Superintendent/President; • Serve as Acting Superintendent/President in the absence of the Superintendent/President; and • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Superintendent/President.
Knowledge of:
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); • Principles and procedures of Governmental and Fund Accounting; • Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; • Applicable provisions of the California Education Code; • State Budget and Accounting Manual; • Understanding of accounting and budgeting principles as related to fund accounting; • California Education Code and Title 5 Code of Regulations; • Facilities planning; • Risk management; • Collective bargaining and labor contract issues; • California Community College funding formulas and resources; • Administrative computing services; • Principles and practices of administration; • State and Federal regulations and statutes related to area of responsibility including: development and administration of the District's budget, facilities planning and management, information technology, general services, public safety, and maintenance and operations; • Communication techniques; • Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, electronic communication, presentation, and/or database software; • Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and • District policies and procedures and board practices.
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and • Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. "Meaningful consideration" means that candidates shall be required to demonstrate sensitivity to diversity in ways relevant to the specific position.
Physical ability to:
• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors; • Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email; • Sit or stand for extended periods of time; • Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and • Exhibit manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.
Education:
Required
Master's degree in business, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related area from an accredited college or university;
OR
Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related area and a Master's degree.
Experience:
Required
Five (5) years' of increasingly responsible management experience in high-level administrative positions in business administration or finance. Preferred • Community college management experience.
License and Certificates (current within the last year):
Required
• Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.
Additional Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
• Cover letter; • Resume; • Reference List (see further instructions below); • Unofficial transcripts; • Diversity statement (see further instructions below).
Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.
Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
SALARY SCHEDULE Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. https://www.cuesta.edu/about/documents/hr_docs/salary-schedules/VP_Schedule_07-01-2024.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act
Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend a first interview via Zoom on either Monday, October 14th or Tuesday, October 15th.
Second interviews will be held at the San Luis Obispo campus on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The interviews will consist of a forum open to the campus community, campus tour, and a final oral interview. Candidates invited to the 2nd round interviews who are traveling from outside of the area will be reimbursed up to $500 in travel expenses.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/5527586
The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.
Full Time
Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services
Cuesta College
Salary: $198,164.00 - $240,870.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FY2425-00043
Location: All Campuses or other sites, CA
Department: Administrative Services
Closing: 9/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
DEFINITION
Under the general direction of the Superintendent/President the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services (AS/VPAS) is the Chief Business Officer of the District who provides direction and leadership for a wide range of administrative and business services in support of the vision, mission and values of Cuesta College. The AS/VPAS works with the Board of Trustees, the Superintendent/President, managers, faculty, classified professionals, and students to build effective ways to support student success. The AS/VPAS is responsible for development and administration of the District's budget, facilities planning and management, fiscal services, public safety, risk management, information systems and technology, maintenance and operations, food services, bookstore, and auxiliary services.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Administrative Services is distinguished by working directly with the Superintendent/President, Assistant Superintendent/Vice Presidents of Instruction, Student Success and Support Programs, and Human Resources to lead the District in achieving its vision, mission, values, goals, plans, and student learning and institutional effectiveness outcomes. The incumbent supports Student Learning Outcomes, Administrative Services Outcomes, and Institutional Effectiveness by providing leadership and coordination of all the District programs and services by utilizing the District's resources to support successful student learning.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Where You Will Work Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, California, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande. San Luis Obispo's temperate climate and beautiful geography enhance an outdoor lifestyle.
Who We Are Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html
Essential Functions & Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Assist the Superintendent/President as needed in the administration of the District; • Assist the Superintendent/President in developing and maintaining all administrative services of the District; • Administer the business functions of the District in the areas of:
• General accounting: accounts and auditing; • Budget development, projections, and planning; • Budget accounting: compilation, evaluation, control; • Income, regular and special: application, reporting, estimating state apportionment, local tax levy, federal public laws; • Insurance: oversee insurance programs for the District which includes employee safety, District liabilities and personal property; • Risk management; • Serving on the Joint Powers Agency Board of Directors relating to the District's insurance and liability coverage; • Bookstore and Auxiliary Services; purchasing, mail and telephone, reprographics, receiving and disbursement;
• Oversee aspects of Maintenance, Operations and Grounds:
• Physical Properties: inventory and control of equipment and physical properties; • Real Property: management, purchase, sale, and leasing of property for District use; • Maintenance: repair and maintenance of District buildings, equipment, and grounds, cleaning, heating, lighting of District facilities, and provision of utilities, energy management, and services; • Transportation: management of campus fleet;
• Facility Planning: District facility master planning, annual planning, development of Five-Year Capital Outlay Plans as requested by the Chancellor's Office;
• Planning for District space needs and facilities renovation and construction; • New Construction: communications between architects, contractors, and college administration; • Bond planning and implementation: financial analysis of expenditure plans; ability to work with underwriters to implement bond market issuance; project design and construction; evaluation of bids; oversight of contracts;
• Oversee the operation of assigned District-wide programs; • Develop and present reports and recommendations for Board of Trustees, President's Cabinet, Planning and Budget Committee, and others as needed; • Complete and submit required reports to local, state, and federal agencies; • Select and evaluate personnel in the Administrative Services cluster; • Support grant development with the appropriate district department(s); • Lead and participate in participatory governance committees, processes and initiatives; • Recommend institutional policy and supervise development of revisions to existing or new policies and procedures related to Administrative Services; • Assist in the review and implementation of college planning and governance processes; • Develop and present to the Board of Trustees, policy revisions and additions, reports, and action items related to areas of responsibility; • Assist in the development of proposals for negotiations with the classified and faculty bargaining units and ensure that the collective bargaining agreements, as they apply to faculty and staff are implemented correctly; • Assist in the development of proposals for compensation and other adjustments for Meet and Confer employees; • Recommend staff for employment, retention, promotion, dismissal, disciplinary action, and/or leave for staff within Administrative Services department; • Serve on the Superintendent/President's Cabinet, College governance committees, and/or District negotiating teams, as requested by the Superintendent/President; • Represent the District in the community and serve on advisory boards as requested by the Superintendent/President; • Serve as Acting Superintendent/President in the absence of the Superintendent/President; and • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Superintendent/President.
Knowledge of:
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); • Principles and procedures of Governmental and Fund Accounting; • Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; • Applicable provisions of the California Education Code; • State Budget and Accounting Manual; • Understanding of accounting and budgeting principles as related to fund accounting; • California Education Code and Title 5 Code of Regulations; • Facilities planning; • Risk management; • Collective bargaining and labor contract issues; • California Community College funding formulas and resources; • Administrative computing services; • Principles and practices of administration; • State and Federal regulations and statutes related to area of responsibility including: development and administration of the District's budget, facilities planning and management, information technology, general services, public safety, and maintenance and operations; • Communication techniques; • Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, electronic communication, presentation, and/or database software; • Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and • District policies and procedures and board practices.
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and • Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. "Meaningful consideration" means that candidates shall be required to demonstrate sensitivity to diversity in ways relevant to the specific position.
Physical ability to:
• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors; • Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email; • Sit or stand for extended periods of time; • Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and • Exhibit manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.
Education:
Required
Master's degree in business, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related area from an accredited college or university;
OR
Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related area and a Master's degree.
Experience:
Required
Five (5) years' of increasingly responsible management experience in high-level administrative positions in business administration or finance. Preferred • Community college management experience.
License and Certificates (current within the last year):
Required
• Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.
Additional Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
• Cover letter; • Resume; • Reference List (see further instructions below); • Unofficial transcripts; • Diversity statement (see further instructions below).
Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.
Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
SALARY SCHEDULE Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. https://www.cuesta.edu/about/documents/hr_docs/salary-schedules/VP_Schedule_07-01-2024.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act
Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend a first interview via Zoom on either Monday, October 14th or Tuesday, October 15th.
Second interviews will be held at the San Luis Obispo campus on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The interviews will consist of a forum open to the campus community, campus tour, and a final oral interview. Candidates invited to the 2nd round interviews who are traveling from outside of the area will be reimbursed up to $500 in travel expenses.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/5527586
The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.
Vice President & Chief Operations Officer Newfields
The Organization About Newfields Newfields is a multi-disciplinary institution that features art galleries, lush gardens, an art and nature park, historic properties, performance spaces, seasonal festivals, and an outdoor amphitheater available to all. From inspiring exhibitions in the Indianapolis Museum of Art Galleries to a rejuvenating stroll through The Garden to concerts in The Tobias Theater, guests are encouraged to interact with art and nature in exciting, unexpected ways.
Visitors may be invited to take a moment of respite in the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park on one of artist Jeppe Hein’s playful yellow benches, to catch a film from the National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series in the outdoor amphitheater, to explore works created by culturally diverse artists from Indiana in the Museum, to participate in art making with kids through a Wee Wonders education program, or to experience The Garden during Winterlights .
In 2018, a comprehensive 30-year master land use planning study was completed. With a successful $70M campaign to fund key projects of the master plan complete, many significant enhancements are currently underway to innovate gallery and exhibition experiences, develop and enhance The Garden, and improve community access to art and nature.
Newfields is home to the renowned Indianapolis Museum of Art, among the ten largest and longest operating art museums in the nation with an encyclopedic collection of 43,000 works of art; The Garden, featuring 40 acres of contemporary and historic gardens including the National Historic Landmark Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens complete with a working greenhouse; and The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, 100 acres of managed natural land in the middle of Indianapolis proper. The Newfields campus extends outside of Indianapolis with another National Historic Landmark property, The Miller House and Garden in Columbus, IN—one of the nation’s most highly regarded examples of midcentury modern architecture and landscape architecture.
Diversity
Celebrating the diversity of our donors, guests, volunteers, and staff is a key part of this Newfields vision. Diversity is understanding, respecting, and valuing differences. Simply put, we believe our guests and donors are best served by a team, comprised of both staff and volunteers, that reflects the diversity represented within our communities and that leverages and listens to the unique viewpoints, talents, and experiences of each person who works here. We strive to attract and retain exceptional employees who feel comfortable in an inclusive culture that supports their ability to thrive and adds their voice to the ongoing conversation.
About Indianapolis
Greater Indianapolis is a metro area with over 2,000,000 people. More than 60% of the population is under 44 years of age and the city’s racial demographic breakdown is approximately 53% White, 28% Black, 4% Asian, and 5% other, with 10% of the overall citizenry identifying as Hispanic. With a host of new bars and restaurants, nationally recognized symphony, theater, cabaret, sports teams, and the Herron School of Art + Design, Newfields’ hometown is a perfect place to build a career and enjoy life.
For more information about Newfields, please visit: https://discovernewfields.org/
The Opportunity Position: Vice President & Chief Operations Officer Location: Indianapolis, IN Reporting Relationship: President & Chief Executive Officer Website: https://discovernewfields.org/
Purpose of the Position The Vice President & Chief Operations Officer (COO) is a highly visible role that will serve a key position in the success of Newfields. Reporting to the President & CEO, the COO will demonstrate experience working with diverse communities and a strong commitment to Newfields’ mission to enrich lives through exceptional experiences with art and nature. The COO is responsible for many of the day-to-day operations of the institution, will serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and will work closely with related Board committees to develop the vision, strategy, and master plan of the organization.
This role will oversee daily campus operations while managing contractual relationships, capital projects, risk management, and the development of policies and procedures specific to areas of responsibility. Their primary responsibility will be to provide leadership and oversight to the following functional areas: Construction Operations & Support, Project Management, Concession Services (all Food & Beverage services), Security & Safety, Festival & Events, Retail, Hospitality, Campus Operations, and Guest Experience. This organizational leader will play a key role in any capital campaign plans as well as any infrastructure or campus initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Specific duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administrative
Directly manage operations, construction, capital projects, and personnel budgets for all departments in their division.
Work with the President & CEO, ELT, and Board of Trustees to develop and implement the strategic plan for the organization.
Maximize unique programmatic opportunities, preserve and maintain the campus’ physical assets, and partner with the ELT in determining and implementing the best use of available indoor and outdoor space in support of institutional activities and mission.
Provide concise, relevant, and timely reporting to the Board.
Partner in cross-divisional initiatives such as master planning, the accreditation process, project management, and sustainability efforts on the Newfields campus with executive and non-executive leaders.
Identify growth opportunities, especially those impacting underserved communities, foster strategic partnerships, and effectively manage revenue expectations and expenses for areas of responsibility.
Attend and contribute to all Board and select committee meetings.
Financial
Provide financial oversight of operations, including preparation of the divisional annual operating budget in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Develop optimization of campus rental spaces (including private parties, corporate events, festivals & events, filming opportunities, etc.) to maximize the revenue potential of the museum space on mission-related opportunities.
Oversee operational cash flow and forecasting for Newfields’ seasonal events and operations.
Manage project profit and loss to ensure that Newfields’ targets for growth and profitability are achieved by operational and organizational strategies.
Work collaboratively with Executive Leaders on annual and long-term fundraising for institutional efforts.
Facility Management
Maintain a Facilities Management Policy and implement a preventative maintenance program.
Direct internal and external construction services, project management, and renovations to campus as well as capital projects.
Partner with the ELT on the development of annual and long-range capital planning and improvements for the entire campus, including remediation of deferred maintenance.
Work collaboratively with ELT to implement a five-year strategic plan for the museum buildings and campus enhancements.
Work closely with ELT on exhibitions as well as the Festival & Events team on campus initiatives to support the mission and goals of Newfields.
Act as Newfields risk manager in relation to its enterprise risk management program. Partner with the CFO to implement processes and changes.
Operations
Cultivate a visitor-centered operational plan to support the annual earned revenue goals and build financial resilience for ongoing programs and operations.
Serve as the responsible staff member for internal and external festivals and events.
Assess staffing and resource needs to ensure Newfields is an efficient operation and outline its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.
Build and maintain trusting and cross-cultural relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders in the community.
Direct a budget-appropriate security deployment plan that provides service to guests and protection of assets.
Oversee all safety and security programs, ensuring compliance with local, state, industry, and federal regulations.
Will manage Certified Cargo Screening Program at Newfields through Transportation Security Administration.
Implement environmental sustainability initiatives across the organization.
Be available to work outside normal museum hours while on-call for after-hours emergencies.
The Candidate Experience and Professional Qualifications Newfields seeks a talented, strategic, dedicated, and passionate executive who values Newfields’ commitment to increasing its emphasis on combining art with nature. Given Newfields’ regional and national acclaim, well-suited candidates will have respect for its prior accolades and a desire to contribute to the institution’s future.
Other desired qualifications and leadership characteristics include:
At least 8–10 years’ experience as a Chief Operations Officer or similar leadership role in a non-profit, mission-driven organization of comparable size and complexity.
A minimum of 8–10 years of applied knowledge of professional museum principles, practices, and procedures at museums or non-profits of comparable or larger size than Newfields.
Experience managing substantial departments, projects, and program budgets with a track record of demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams to the successful attainment of measurable goals.
A desire to strategize and collaborate with Newfields staff and non-executive leadership.
Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal.
Personal Attributes The Vice President & Chief Operations Officer demonstrates:
A knowledge of non-profit governance, profit and loss management, accounting, and an understanding of mission-driven organizations.
Strong communication and presentation skills that are effective with a range of audiences including staff, volunteers, board members, professional and industry groups, the public, and the media.
Skilled leadership capable of delegating, managing, and prioritizing activities and responsibilities with clarity and confidence combined with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. The skillset to effectively manage intercultural and diverse teams in a variety of functions.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage budgets and personnel effectively and efficiently.
Ability to assimilate a high volume of information across disciplines and departments while providing leadership and support to senior staff.
Capacity to problem solve and implement decisions quickly and soundly.
A track record of thriving in a fast-paced environment and exemplifying leadership and composure under pressure.
Ability to work with and lead a wide range of people representing various backgrounds, levels of training, and career stages.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as collections management databases, facilities management preventive maintenance systems, and project management software.
An entrepreneurial spirit and business savvy to make decisions effectively and grow Newfields’ impact.
A commitment to personal ethics and organizational transparency.
Key Relationships
Newfields Executive Leadership Team
Chief Financial Officer
Chief People and Diversity Officer
The Melvin & Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
The Ruth Lilly Director of The Garden and Fairbanks Park
Vice President of Advancement
Vice President of Marketing and External Affairs
Direct Reports
A team across the Construction Operations & Support, Project Management, Concession Services (all Food & Beverage services), Security & Safety, Festival & Events, Retail, Hospitality, Campus Operations, and Guest Experience functions.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution is required. A master’s or advanced degree in organizational leadership, non-profit administration, or other related fields is preferred.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package will be provided to the successful candidate including a salary of approximately $190,000–$225,000 with a bonus opportunity of 6-8%.
Apply
To apply, please email NewfieldsVPCOO@KornFerry.com
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Newfields provides equal employment opportunities to all employees without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Full Time
Vice President & Chief Operations Officer Newfields
The Organization About Newfields Newfields is a multi-disciplinary institution that features art galleries, lush gardens, an art and nature park, historic properties, performance spaces, seasonal festivals, and an outdoor amphitheater available to all. From inspiring exhibitions in the Indianapolis Museum of Art Galleries to a rejuvenating stroll through The Garden to concerts in The Tobias Theater, guests are encouraged to interact with art and nature in exciting, unexpected ways.
Visitors may be invited to take a moment of respite in the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park on one of artist Jeppe Hein’s playful yellow benches, to catch a film from the National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series in the outdoor amphitheater, to explore works created by culturally diverse artists from Indiana in the Museum, to participate in art making with kids through a Wee Wonders education program, or to experience The Garden during Winterlights .
In 2018, a comprehensive 30-year master land use planning study was completed. With a successful $70M campaign to fund key projects of the master plan complete, many significant enhancements are currently underway to innovate gallery and exhibition experiences, develop and enhance The Garden, and improve community access to art and nature.
Newfields is home to the renowned Indianapolis Museum of Art, among the ten largest and longest operating art museums in the nation with an encyclopedic collection of 43,000 works of art; The Garden, featuring 40 acres of contemporary and historic gardens including the National Historic Landmark Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens complete with a working greenhouse; and The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, 100 acres of managed natural land in the middle of Indianapolis proper. The Newfields campus extends outside of Indianapolis with another National Historic Landmark property, The Miller House and Garden in Columbus, IN—one of the nation’s most highly regarded examples of midcentury modern architecture and landscape architecture.
Diversity
Celebrating the diversity of our donors, guests, volunteers, and staff is a key part of this Newfields vision. Diversity is understanding, respecting, and valuing differences. Simply put, we believe our guests and donors are best served by a team, comprised of both staff and volunteers, that reflects the diversity represented within our communities and that leverages and listens to the unique viewpoints, talents, and experiences of each person who works here. We strive to attract and retain exceptional employees who feel comfortable in an inclusive culture that supports their ability to thrive and adds their voice to the ongoing conversation.
About Indianapolis
Greater Indianapolis is a metro area with over 2,000,000 people. More than 60% of the population is under 44 years of age and the city’s racial demographic breakdown is approximately 53% White, 28% Black, 4% Asian, and 5% other, with 10% of the overall citizenry identifying as Hispanic. With a host of new bars and restaurants, nationally recognized symphony, theater, cabaret, sports teams, and the Herron School of Art + Design, Newfields’ hometown is a perfect place to build a career and enjoy life.
For more information about Newfields, please visit: https://discovernewfields.org/
The Opportunity Position: Vice President & Chief Operations Officer Location: Indianapolis, IN Reporting Relationship: President & Chief Executive Officer Website: https://discovernewfields.org/
Purpose of the Position The Vice President & Chief Operations Officer (COO) is a highly visible role that will serve a key position in the success of Newfields. Reporting to the President & CEO, the COO will demonstrate experience working with diverse communities and a strong commitment to Newfields’ mission to enrich lives through exceptional experiences with art and nature. The COO is responsible for many of the day-to-day operations of the institution, will serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and will work closely with related Board committees to develop the vision, strategy, and master plan of the organization.
This role will oversee daily campus operations while managing contractual relationships, capital projects, risk management, and the development of policies and procedures specific to areas of responsibility. Their primary responsibility will be to provide leadership and oversight to the following functional areas: Construction Operations & Support, Project Management, Concession Services (all Food & Beverage services), Security & Safety, Festival & Events, Retail, Hospitality, Campus Operations, and Guest Experience. This organizational leader will play a key role in any capital campaign plans as well as any infrastructure or campus initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Specific duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administrative
Directly manage operations, construction, capital projects, and personnel budgets for all departments in their division.
Work with the President & CEO, ELT, and Board of Trustees to develop and implement the strategic plan for the organization.
Maximize unique programmatic opportunities, preserve and maintain the campus’ physical assets, and partner with the ELT in determining and implementing the best use of available indoor and outdoor space in support of institutional activities and mission.
Provide concise, relevant, and timely reporting to the Board.
Partner in cross-divisional initiatives such as master planning, the accreditation process, project management, and sustainability efforts on the Newfields campus with executive and non-executive leaders.
Identify growth opportunities, especially those impacting underserved communities, foster strategic partnerships, and effectively manage revenue expectations and expenses for areas of responsibility.
Attend and contribute to all Board and select committee meetings.
Financial
Provide financial oversight of operations, including preparation of the divisional annual operating budget in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Develop optimization of campus rental spaces (including private parties, corporate events, festivals & events, filming opportunities, etc.) to maximize the revenue potential of the museum space on mission-related opportunities.
Oversee operational cash flow and forecasting for Newfields’ seasonal events and operations.
Manage project profit and loss to ensure that Newfields’ targets for growth and profitability are achieved by operational and organizational strategies.
Work collaboratively with Executive Leaders on annual and long-term fundraising for institutional efforts.
Facility Management
Maintain a Facilities Management Policy and implement a preventative maintenance program.
Direct internal and external construction services, project management, and renovations to campus as well as capital projects.
Partner with the ELT on the development of annual and long-range capital planning and improvements for the entire campus, including remediation of deferred maintenance.
Work collaboratively with ELT to implement a five-year strategic plan for the museum buildings and campus enhancements.
Work closely with ELT on exhibitions as well as the Festival & Events team on campus initiatives to support the mission and goals of Newfields.
Act as Newfields risk manager in relation to its enterprise risk management program. Partner with the CFO to implement processes and changes.
Operations
Cultivate a visitor-centered operational plan to support the annual earned revenue goals and build financial resilience for ongoing programs and operations.
Serve as the responsible staff member for internal and external festivals and events.
Assess staffing and resource needs to ensure Newfields is an efficient operation and outline its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access.
Build and maintain trusting and cross-cultural relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders in the community.
Direct a budget-appropriate security deployment plan that provides service to guests and protection of assets.
Oversee all safety and security programs, ensuring compliance with local, state, industry, and federal regulations.
Will manage Certified Cargo Screening Program at Newfields through Transportation Security Administration.
Implement environmental sustainability initiatives across the organization.
Be available to work outside normal museum hours while on-call for after-hours emergencies.
The Candidate Experience and Professional Qualifications Newfields seeks a talented, strategic, dedicated, and passionate executive who values Newfields’ commitment to increasing its emphasis on combining art with nature. Given Newfields’ regional and national acclaim, well-suited candidates will have respect for its prior accolades and a desire to contribute to the institution’s future.
Other desired qualifications and leadership characteristics include:
At least 8–10 years’ experience as a Chief Operations Officer or similar leadership role in a non-profit, mission-driven organization of comparable size and complexity.
A minimum of 8–10 years of applied knowledge of professional museum principles, practices, and procedures at museums or non-profits of comparable or larger size than Newfields.
Experience managing substantial departments, projects, and program budgets with a track record of demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams to the successful attainment of measurable goals.
A desire to strategize and collaborate with Newfields staff and non-executive leadership.
Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal.
Personal Attributes The Vice President & Chief Operations Officer demonstrates:
A knowledge of non-profit governance, profit and loss management, accounting, and an understanding of mission-driven organizations.
Strong communication and presentation skills that are effective with a range of audiences including staff, volunteers, board members, professional and industry groups, the public, and the media.
Skilled leadership capable of delegating, managing, and prioritizing activities and responsibilities with clarity and confidence combined with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. The skillset to effectively manage intercultural and diverse teams in a variety of functions.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage budgets and personnel effectively and efficiently.
Ability to assimilate a high volume of information across disciplines and departments while providing leadership and support to senior staff.
Capacity to problem solve and implement decisions quickly and soundly.
A track record of thriving in a fast-paced environment and exemplifying leadership and composure under pressure.
Ability to work with and lead a wide range of people representing various backgrounds, levels of training, and career stages.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as collections management databases, facilities management preventive maintenance systems, and project management software.
An entrepreneurial spirit and business savvy to make decisions effectively and grow Newfields’ impact.
A commitment to personal ethics and organizational transparency.
Key Relationships
Newfields Executive Leadership Team
Chief Financial Officer
Chief People and Diversity Officer
The Melvin & Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
The Ruth Lilly Director of The Garden and Fairbanks Park
Vice President of Advancement
Vice President of Marketing and External Affairs
Direct Reports
A team across the Construction Operations & Support, Project Management, Concession Services (all Food & Beverage services), Security & Safety, Festival & Events, Retail, Hospitality, Campus Operations, and Guest Experience functions.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution is required. A master’s or advanced degree in organizational leadership, non-profit administration, or other related fields is preferred.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package will be provided to the successful candidate including a salary of approximately $190,000–$225,000 with a bonus opportunity of 6-8%.
Apply
To apply, please email NewfieldsVPCOO@KornFerry.com
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Newfields provides equal employment opportunities to all employees without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
