Assistant Dean of Budget and Operations - College of Computing

Allendale, MI

Full Time

R102703

This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the development and on-going implementation of all budget functions within the College of Computing. This role provides leadership in planning, budgeting, reporting, endowment and gift funding support, forecasting, and financial management, independently performing a variety of complex administrative and business functions in support and advancement of the college. This position works closely with college leadership, Human Resources, University Development, Finance, Budget and the Office of Sponsored Programs.
Salary & Benefits

Minimum starting salary of $80,000, commensurate with experience

https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefits/executive-administrative-and-professional-staff-benefits-464.htm including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Primary Duties

College Budget Oversight

• Manage the College of Computing budget.

• Assess and monitor budgets for all Computing departments.

• Approve and oversee financial systems access for the college.

• Approve invoices, transfers, expense requests and other financial transactions for the Dean's Office.

• Approve departmental requisitions, invoices, and expenses.

• Manage and oversee the annual budget allocation process, including planning, communication, and implementation.

• Provide training to college leadership and staff related to managing departmental resources and GVSU's accounting practices and guidelines.

• Serve as the liaison with Business & Finance and University Budgets to resolve budget and accounting issues.

• Funding Strategy Development.

• Develop the strategic funding plans for dean's initiatives and projects.

• Assess staffing needs for the college and implement the annual faculty line request process.

• Monitor and evaluate endowment and spending accounts.

• Brief the Dean on College budget and financial issues.

• Provide specialized financial analysis & reports as needed.

Grants & Other Projects

• Review and provide approval of grant and contract proposals in the GVSU proposal system for proposals submitted by Computing faculty.

• Work collaboratively with Computing faculty, departments, and the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) regarding grant proposal submissions.

• Provide guidance and oversight for all external Computing contracts.

• In collaboration with the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and Business and Finance, ensure compliance with external grantors and funding partner agreements.

• Administer the college policy for F&A recovered from Computing faculty projects.

• Financial oversight for specialized projects in Computing.

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree

• Three (3) to five (5) years of post-graduate related work experience.

• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to complete projects on a timely basis and to manage

multiple priorities.

• Experience in monitoring analyzing and reporting fiscal resources.

• Experience with budgeting cycles, budget development, financial management, financial modeling, and

operational forecasting.

• Effective oral, written, collaborative, and collegial communication aptitude.

• Experience with contracts and grants (developing and overseeing).

• Teamwork and supervisory experience.

• Excellent analytical abilities to assess complex financial information.

• Ability to work without functional supervision.

• Experience with workday, banner, or other accounting/budgeting systems.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's degree or advanced study in accounting, business, or related field.

• Five (5) years of experience working with finances in higher education or business environment.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

How to Apply:

Please attach your cover letter and resume. Applications missing required documents will not be considered. The system will allow you to attach both of these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Assistant Dean Rachel Salinas at

mailto:salinara@gvsu.edu.

If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at mailto:hro@gvsu.edu.

Application review begins April 28. This posting may be closed any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

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