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Title: Associate VP, Finance and Planning Strategy and Operations (Open to Current ISU Employees Only)
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Vice President Finance & Planning
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The AVP for Finance and Planning Strategy and Operations plays a critical leadership and strategic role in supporting the VP by developing strategic goals and key performance indicators that align with the VP’s overall strategic vision for the division; working collaboratively with other members of the VP’s leadership team to achieve the goals, meeting identified performance metrics; overseeing operations; managing key initiatives; and ensuring that the Finance and Planning division runs smoothly and efficiently. This position involves high-level coordination, project management, and communication across multiple departments, serving as a trusted advisor and partner to the VP. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, capable of managing both the tactical and strategic needs of the VP’s office.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$215,000 - $230,000

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership, project management, or strategic operations role, in higher education
3. Minimum of 5 years of experience in supporting senior leadership, driving initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams
4. Significant development in both the development and implementation for strategic plans
5. Currently an employee of Illinois State University
6. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree in business, finance, public administration or a related field or equivalent work experience in administration and finance in the public sector
2. Experience with or certification in Lean Six Sigma techniques to improve work processes
3. Technical fluency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Hours

Office hours are M-F, 8:00am - 4:30 pm. Evening and weekend work on occasion as necessary.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at a workstation for extended periods of time.
3. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.

Proposed Starting Date

TBD

Required Applicant Documents

Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List (specifically, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references)

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

This position is open to current Illinois State University employees only. Applicants must hold active employment with the University at the time of application and through the anticipated start date. External candidates will not be considered.

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Contact Information for Applicants

Meghan Lugo,
mmlugo1@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.