Senior Associate Dean for Business and Operations
- Employer
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Business & Financial Management
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Department:Kenan-Flagler Bus Sch-330100
Working Title:Senior Associate Dean for Business and Operations
Appointment Type:Executive
Position Posting Category:Other
Full Time/Part Time?:Full-Time Permanent
Hours per Week:40
Vacancy ID:NF0004767
Position ID:01000510
Posting Open Date:02/19/2021
Application Deadline:03/22/2021
Open Until Filled:No
Proposed Start Date:05/01/2021
Position Summary:The UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, located at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is a top 20 ranked professional business school offering a range of professional and academic degree programs, Beyond its degree programs, Kenan-Flagler also directs and maintains the Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, which is the outreach and research arm of the School, and the Executive Development Program, which houses its nationally-ranked executive education programs. Kenan-Flagler Business School enrolls over 2,500 students annually in its programs and lives/operates by its core values of excellence, leadership, integrity, inclusion, community and teamwork.
The Senior Associate Dean for Business and Operations is responsible for planning, directing and delivering the full range of financial and administrative services for the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and its various programs, including finance, human resources, IT and facilities. The individual in this role works closely with senior administrators and program directors to ensure maximum effective use of all financial resources to support the School’s teaching, research, and public service goals and objectives. The Senior Associate Dean is responsible for developing and approving the School’s operating budget; making ongoing financial forecasts; overseeing all accounting and auditing functions; and advising senior administrators and program directors on effective fiscal management for current and expanding programs. This individual serves as the treasurer to the KFBS Foundation and its associated entities. In addition to the foundation this includes the KFBS Executive Education LLC, KFBSF Inc., and 6 student run investment limited partnerships The Senior Associate Dean also serves as the chief administrative officer for the School and in this role is responsible for overseeing the School’s human resources function, facilities management, Information Technology, as well as security and scheduling for the McColl Building, the Kenan Center, and the Rizzo Conference Center. This individual with serve in a key role overseeing the planning for a new building and renovation of current space, as well as any additional physical space expansion needed to meet the mission of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. The Senior Associate Dean communicates frequently with the Dean, senior administrators, faculty and staff, as well as key University administrators and their offices, including the Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, Provost, and Controller, and also deans, faculty and staff of other UNC schools and other peer business schools. This individual also has frequent and discretionary external communications with attorneys, bankers, auditors, vendors, donors, etc. The Senior Associate Dean reports to the Dean and is a member of the Executive Committee of the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Educational Requirements:Master’s degree is required, with preference for an MBA or other relevant discipline with strong emphasis on financial analysis and accounting. All degrees must be from accredited institutions.
Qualifications and Experience:The successful candidate will possess 10 or more years of progressively responsible financial management experience in a business or higher education setting. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of budget development and financial forecasting is required. The successful candidate will be able to analyze and solve complex financial issues and translate those solutions to others in the organization. Excellent interpersonal communications skills are required, as well as the ability to collaborate with School leadership and colleagues across campus and at peer business schools. As steward of the School’s financial resources, he/she must hold integrity and transparency in the highest regard. Demonstrated commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment is required. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized and efficient. Strong leadership skills and high emotional intelligence (EQ) are essential for success in the position. Preference for prior university or state government experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer :The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Special Instructions:In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Organization
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.
Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.
Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894
Total Student Enrollment: 30,011
Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States
Type of Institution: Public, four-year
Undergraduate Admission: 15,961
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039
Total Student Enrollment: 26,000
Faculty: 3,000
Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent
Faculty/student ratio: 1/14
Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.
Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.
Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400
Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.
Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!
Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu
Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu
Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.
Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career
Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.
Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.
Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci
The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad
The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors
Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.
UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.
UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.
Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.
Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm
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