Associate Director of Operating Budget
Associate Director of Operating Budget
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JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Budget Planning and Institutional Research (BPIR) this position works with the other leaders of BPIR to manage the Universitys operating budget and financial planning. This position supervises a team of financial professionals assigning and monitoring their responsibilities and work including strategic planning/analysis and data modeling. Additionally this position provides financial analysis support and interaction with senior management and external agencies. It is critical for this position to understand and focus on Universitywide issues and ensure that communications are consistent with goals and objectives. An extensive knowledge of higher education and finance as well as accuracy consistency and confidentiality are required for the development of highly visible documents that are critical to supporting strategic planning.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages operations and financial planning for the Universitys $1.7B operating budget; develops/modifies new and existing policies and procedures related to the operating budget.
- Leads special projects as identified by the AVP of BPIR CFO or other senior leadership related to the strategic plan financial planning efficiency and resource allocation for the University.
- Prepares or supervises the preparation of comprehensive reports and analyses as needed in strategic decisionmaking or to advise management.
- Manages professional staff and administrative duties; establishes work priorities/workflow and resolves personnel issues. Provides training support and guidance for staff and evaluates job performance.
- Completes and oversees complex modeling analyses and decisionmaking on matters of financial significance including but not limited to tuition and enrollment modeling structural deficit mitigation general operating revenue and expense analysis and modeling to optimize operational efficiencies.
- Develops materials for presentation to State of Connecticut executive agencies and the Legislature.
- Meets regularly with BPIR leadership for the development coordination and monitoring of funds and to resolve complex Universitywide financial issues including strategizing solutions for deficit mitigation over the long term and resolving unusual or sensitive problems.
- Manages complex projects including but not limited to the annual preparation and integration of the Universitys operating budgets. Provides leadership to staff working on the project and exercises discretionary authority concerning process and system changes.
- Represents the Assistant or Associate Vice President of BPIR on various projects and committees.
- Identifies oversees researches and provides resolution to technical and financial issues.
- Serves as a resource to BPIR leadership as well as other unit fiscal managers in interpreting financial policies and regulations; meets with other University departments to resolve issues related to budgets and expenditures.
- Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters degree in a related field and six years of related experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field and eight years of related experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of sound financial management practices.
- Ability to work independently and resolve complex financial issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present information effectively to senior management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to successfully manage financial projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with the University of Connecticuts policies guidance and procedures related to academic affairs.
- Related experience in Higher Education.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a fulltime permanent position. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and University offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a preemployment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at Staff Positions Search #498965 to upload aresume cover letterand contact information forthree (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on May 23 2025.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
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Employment Type
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