Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration

8 hours ago

University of Maryland College Park, United States University of Maryland Full time $180,000 per year
Job Description SummaryOrganization's Summary Statement:

Reporting to the Dean, the Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration serves as the chief financial and human resources officer for the School of Public Policy. The Assistant Dean is responsible for the effective, efficient, and responsive functioning of the financial, human resource, and administrative aspects of the School to allow it to advance its teaching, research, and impact mission. The Assistant Dean works in consultation with the Dean and other leadership to develop and realize the School's short- and long-term objectives, leads the financial and budgetary management needs of the School, and ensures compliance with University policies, University System policies, and State and Federal regulations, This position serves as a key advisor to the dean and a member of the Dean's senior leadership team.

Preferences:
Master of Business Administration degree and/or a CPA certificate
Recent experience as an Assistant Dean and/or an academic department Director of Finance and Administration
Familiarity with the University of Maryland, College Park, or similar business systems (such as Workday, KFS, PHR, BPM, BA4, SIS

Ten years of progressively responsible financial, managerial, and administrative experience;

Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; federal regulations relevant to sponsored research accounting and reporting;

Demonstrated skill in problem solving and preparation of data-driven analyses and reports;

Demonstrated ability utilizing IT tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information and analyses and to assure effective, efficient processing of business transactions;

Demonstrated ability for forming positive working relationships with others at many levels within and across a complex organization, including the ability to identify and to gain consensus on issues of common interest;

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

Ability to lead and work within a team-oriented environment; extensive and demonstrated effectiveness in supervision and mentoring of direct reports.

Physical Demands:
Ability to lift/carry 25 lbs and navigate the campus.

Licenses/ Certifications: N/AMinimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Twelve (12) years of professional experience in financial planning, budget management, or academic administrative operations. Six (6) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of organizational and unit performance measures.

Knowledge of the impact and implications of decisions on leadership objectives.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in data analytics and negotiation.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.

Ability to research information and analyze complex data and information to create reports and presentations.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.

Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Additional Job Details

Preferences: Master of Business Administration degree and/or a CPA certificate
Recent experience as an Assistant Dean and/or an academic department Director of Finance and Administration

Familiarity with the University of Maryland, College Park, or similar business systems (such as Workday, KFS, PHR, BPM, BA4, SIS)

Required Application Materials: List of References, Cover Letter, Resume

Best Consideration Date: 07/31/2025

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job RisksFinancial Disclosure RequiredNo

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

DepartmentPLCY-School of Public PolicyWorker Sub-Type Staff RegularSalary Rangeup to $180, Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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