Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration
Southern University at Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA) is accepting applications for the Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration position. SUSLA is a comprehensive community college serving Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding areas in Northwest Louisiana. It is one of five campuses constituting the Historically Black Southern University System. The University serves approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and offers 32 undergraduate degrees and certificate programs in a variety of fields including Allied Health, Nursing, Aerospace Technology, Business Studies, Behavioral Science/Education and Science & Technology.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor (VC) of Finance and Administration is responsible for providing leadership and administrative oversight to all aspects of the finance, facilities, information technology and campus police departments for Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) to ensure success of the educational mission. Provides executive oversight and strategic guidance in the planning, development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation of all aspects of the finance, facilities, information technology and campus police departments. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the development of innovative, entrepreneurial, and strategic initiatives designed to proactively respond to the needs of the constituencies we serve. Specific duties are:
- Oversees and provides strategic leadership to college-wide business operations, systems, and processes, including budget development and administration, short-term and long-term strategic financial planning, fiscal analysis and projections, fiscal and accounting services, banking and payroll, grant budget management and purchasing;
- Oversees and provides strategic leadership to college-wide Information Technology (IT) operations including network and database management, network and database security, hardware upgrade and replacement, software management, programming, and telecommunications services;
- Oversees and provides strategic leadership to college-wide Facilities and Risk Management operations including deferred maintenance, preventive maintenance, master planning, facilities upkeep and maintenance, and mechanical systems maintenance;
- Oversees and provides strategic leadership to college-wide operations of the University's Police and Parking Services including safety and security planning, crime statistics monitoring and reporting, community policing, and routine patrolling;
- In conjunction with the Chancellor and Chief Finance Officer, confers and consults with legislative auditors in the performance of a variety of fiscal and operational audits, and addresses related issues, findings, and concerns;
- Identify potential local, state and/or federal funding sources, assessing impact and requirements, and facilitating system efforts to secure these resources;
- Develop and update the college's Financial, Facilities, Information Technology and Campus Police Strategic Plans and assures their integration with other major planning efforts within the college;
- Develops and manages the budget for Finance and Administration;
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; coordinate the work assignments of assigned personnel; review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures;
- Develop and implement measures and methodology for determining the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance and Administration Division;
- Ensure Finance and Administration functions are leading edge and adhere to the highest quality standards;
- Builds and strengthens an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and professional development among staff;
- In coordination with the Chancellor and the Executive Team, participate in the development of rules, regulations, procedures, and policies applicable to Finance and Administration;
- Assure all financial, facilities, information technology, and campus policing/security practices and records of the College comply with local, state, federal and accrediting body (i.e., SACS, etc.) regulations;
- Maintains current knowledge on Finance and Administration (Facilities, IT, Police) laws, regulations, policies and best practices on national, state, and local levels;
- Monitor Finance and Administration website pages and forms to remain current and ensure accuracy;
- Establishes procedures for financial and administration record retention and disposal;
- Establishes procedures for property management and disposal;
- Occasional evening and weekend work and overnight travel may be required;
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field from an accredited college or university
- Three or more years of increasingly responsible financial/business and/or operations related administrative experience at or above the Director’s level (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of the planning and budgeting process within an organization
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational and interpersonal skills, and a collaborative approach to working with students, colleagues and partners
- Eligibility for a Louisiana Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field from an accredited college or university
- Five or more years of increasingly responsible financial/business and/or operations related administrative experience at or above the Director’s level (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of the State of Louisiana Procurement Process
- Proficiency with Ellucian’s Banner Finance or other major financial management system
- Working experience with Ellucian’s Banner or other major student information system
- Organizational and managerial skills with respect to complex, sensitive issues
Salary: $80,000 – $92,500
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send cover letter, resume’ or curriculum vitae, unofficial or official transcript(s), and three reference letters to:
Wayne H. Bryant, Director of Human Resources
Southern University at Shreveport
3050 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Shreveport, LA 71107
HResource@susla.edu
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins August 6, 2019 and continues until the position is filled.
Official transcrips will be required if selected as a finalist.
Southern University at Shreveport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age or disability. Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Tuesday W. Mahoney, Johnny L. Vance, Jr. Student Activity Center, Room 208, (318) 670-9201. Section 504 Coordinator: Ms. Jerushka Ellis, Health & Physical Education Complex, Room 314, (318) 670-9367
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