Vice President / Chief Financial Officer

Salary: $150,000.00 – $158,000.00 Annually

Location: Auraria Campus, CO

Job Number: 2020-00559

Division: Administrative Services

Department: Administrative Services

Opening Date: 06/23/2023

Position Type: Administrative/Technical/Professional

Purpose/Summary

The Vice President of Business Operations/Chief Financial Officer (VPBO/CFO) is the Chief Financial Officer and a senior executive on the leadership team reporting to the President.  The VPBO/CFO has broad responsibilities for strategic planning, enrollment management, developing and supporting personnel, and leadership for the administrative/business policies and functions of the College in support of student success. As chief accounting and reporting officer, this position assumes overall accountability and responsibility for the College’s financial, general accounting, contracts, purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, and funding operations. The VPBO/CFO establishes and updates the College’s financial policies and standards in accordance with Colorado Community College System policies and the policies of the State of Colorado Office of the Controller and other applicable state entities. The VPBO/CFO leads the planning, direction and administration of the College’s support services which include, but limited to, facilities planning and development, coordination with the Auraria Higher Education Center (AHEC) business operations, physical plant management, institutional and instructional technology, as well as coordination with Colorado Community College System (CCCS) leadership. Within an environment valuing inclusivity at all levels of the College, the VPBO/CFO supports statewide and system-wide initiatives, implements/evaluates college-wide finance and administration policies and processes, and in consultation with faculty, staff, students, and Executive Staff, provides strategic and financial strategies to strengthen CCD facilities, specifically, the continued development and implementation of AHEC Campus Master Plan and CCD capital projects.

As a member of the Executive Staff, VPBO/CFO contributes to the overall innovation, strategic planning, and financial well-being of the College, developing financial plans and strategies to support and fulfill the College’s vision, mission, and values. The VPBO/CFO champions faculty/instructors and students through supporting innovation, removing barriers to success, and responding in a timely manner to a rapidly changing environment. The VPBO/CFO consults with members of the president’s cabinet to address internal and external matters that affect the attainment of the college’s goals and works collaboratively to ensure the college meets its goals. The VPBO/CFO is an effective communicator – both in storytelling and crisis communications, has political sensibility and relations, boundless compassion for those that we serve, and an entrepreneurial spirit. The VPBO/CFO monitors changes and trends in student enrollment, best practices, the labor market, and financial accountability and leads change to respond to such. The VPBO/CFO has a high degree of digital literacy and dexterity, collects, and analyzes data to inform decision making, and implements best practices to yield positive outcomes for our students, employees, and community. In collaboration with the Provost and the Executive Director of Strategy, the VPBO/CFO significantly contributes to the consistent review of the health of programs through financial viability and efficiency data and analysis. The VPBO/CFO interacts regularly with the Business Officers of other higher education institutions, especially on the Auraria campus, to support efficiency, a positive campus experience, and a successful transfer/co-enrollment environment. Additionally, the VPBO/CFO is responsible for collaborating and finalizing agreements with local school districts and private K-12 schools to promote concurrent enrollment opportunities that result in postsecondary credentials, as practicable, for students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares the College budget and manages the budget development process at the college.

Assist the College President in presenting budgets to the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE) and other state agencies as required.

Provide oversight and leadership for the development and control of college-wide facilities, specifically existing shared facilities and the AHEC Campus Master Plan.

Reviews and analyzes major contractual obligations of the College to ensure consistency with overall financial goals, objectives, and plans, and compliance with College, System, and State financial policies, procedures and standards.

Provide accurate, timely financial information to appropriate internal and external agencies.

Establish and maintains an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the College’s organizational goals and objectives; and oversees recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of all administration and finance staff.

Initiate contracts, negotiates, develops collaborative agreements, and maintains relationships and partnerships established with business, external organizations, College constituency groups, AHEC, and system affiliations, especially Chief Business Officers within the CCCS.

Develop, implement, and enforce administrative policies and procedures to assure that the College fiscal, facilities, personnel, and related activities are in compliance with State of Colorado Statutes, State of Colorado Fiscal rules, generally accepted accounting and financial practices, and federal laws or regulations where applicable.

Prepare for, respond to, and implement internal and external audit recommendations as necessary.

Oversee the functions of Fiscal Services, Information Technology, and Facility Services.  Responsibilities include delegated appointing authority for the College.

Monitor and guide the fiscal year-end closing process, which includes preparation of annual financial statements.

Approve and implement best business practices related to all student financial transactions, such as tuition collections, student refunds, and auxiliary functions.

Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President of the College.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Education:(Minimum/Required)  

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or closely related field.

Experience: (required/minimum)

Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible, broad-based experience in fiscal and operational management roles.

Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, fiscal and risk management.

Knowledge of, and experience with procurement processes, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (required/minimum)

Knowledge of GAAP.

Demonstrated financial and management acumen to be able to think strategically to help develop and meet ambitious strategic goals for the College.

Demonstrated ability in team building and creating an effective, professional work environment that is focused on customer service and helping others across the campus achieve their mission.

Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to lead others and work cooperatively as a member of various teams.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to focus on high level, complex details.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Extensive knowledge of computer and information management systems.

Excellent organization and prioritizing skills.

Extensive foresight and vision.

Ability to work with diverse populations while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with local, state and federal agencies, Colleges and departments.

Ability to deal credibly and effectively with senior leadership of the College, AHEC and CCCS.

Ability to foster a cooperative working environment.

Strong analytical, critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Ability to develop, plan and implement short and long-range goals in cooperation with multiple academic, student services, IT, HR, and community constituencies.

Education:   (preferred)

Master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration or closely related field.

Experience: (preferred)

10+ years’ administration and finance experience within higher education, preferably in a community college.

Experience with facilities master planning, major construction projects and facilities management.

Licensure/Certification:   (preferred) 

CPA license.

Other Considerations:       

CCD operates within a culture of transparent and inclusive communication and decision-making that places heavy emphasis on cross-departmental collaborative processes. You must have a comfort level in working in an environment in which you will have to embrace other perspectives in shaping decisions and actions.

Supplemental Information

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues.  When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.  

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program. 

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.   

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration. 

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link:

https://www.cccs.edu/employee-resources/employee-benefits/.

SELECTION PROCESS

Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate.  Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under “Primary Duties” and specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts.  All candidates, including current Community College of Denver

employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.

Only completed application packets will move forward for screening.  Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview.  Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:  

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:

1. Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume
4. References – Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
5. Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred 
6. Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable 

**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature:  Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts

***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications.  Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.   Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example:  Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.

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