Vice President of Administrative Services

June 13, 2023
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Job Description

TITLE: VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The Vice President
for Administrative Services reports to the President of the College and is the Chief Financial Officer of the College. This executive level
leadership position is responsible for creating, assessing, and continuously improving the environment and systems necessary to facilitate
learning, support customer service, and accomplish the work of the administrative services division in support of the College mission. The
position currently supervises the administrative services division which includes finance, budgeting, purchasing, information systems,
facilities and grounds, and auxiliary services, and may change at the discretion of the President.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited
    institution in a business or accounting-related field.
  • A minimum of five years of progressive responsibility in community college
    or higher education setting, with demonstrated ability in financial resource oversight, development, and management; facilities and grounds
    maintenance, assessment, and management; and managing and motivating highly technical professionals.
  • A record of success using an
    inclusive, transparent, and collaborative style of leadership that fosters teamwork, open communication, and positive interpersonal
    relations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to integrity, discretion, and judgment in handling confidential and sensitive matters and
    information.

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in
    Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
  • Thorough knowledge of North Carolina General Statute 115D, North Carolina
    Board of Community College Code, and applicable state controller, state treasurer and state auditor policies and practices.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

DUTIES:

  • Provides leadership for and oversees operational
    planning and reporting for the Administrative Services division. This includes management of information technology systems, budget
    development and fiscal operations, facilities maintenance and custodial services, bookstore and café services, major construction and
    renovation projects, and other areas as assigned by the President.
  • Advises the President of the College and the senior leadership
    team on matters related to finance, budget, information system, and physical plant issues and provides vision and leadership for a diverse,
    dynamic, and innovative community of faculty, staff, and students.
  • Actively participate as a member of the President’s
    leadership team and assess the immediate and long-term financial and operational implication of initiatives. Make recommendations regarding
    how to achieve the College’s goals in the most efficient and effective manner, including revenue-generating and cost-savings
    strategies.
  • As CFO, oversees the preparation of the College’s annual operating budget and financial statements with knowledge
    of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and GASB (Government Accounting Standards Board) regulations.
  • Create and
    implement an open, inclusive, and collaborative budget development, reporting, and monitoring process that is aligned with the
    College’s priorities and goals and involves the College’s senior leadership team.
  • Create, provide, and present
    comprehensive financial and related reports to the president, Board of Trustees, and members of the internal and external community as
    needed, requested, and appropriate.
  • Prepare revenue forecasts and coordinate the development of institutional budgets to ensure
    that the instructional, student, and/or support services programs reflect the educational philosophy and strategic goals of the
    College.
  • Serves as the College compliance officer for Community College General Statues and SBCC code.
  • Maintains updated
    knowledge of applicable state and federal laws.
  • Provides executive leadership for the preparation of the College’s EAGLE
    program of internal auditing, in order to safeguard the College’s assets and ensure all local, federal, and state laws, compliance
    needs, and standards are met.
  • Provides leadership and assures compliance on Federal EDGAR law and reporting.
  • Provides
    executive leadership for the implementation and maintenance of the College’s Master Facilities Plan.
  • Advises and gives
    guidance in the maintenance of the College’s Salary and Classification Plan.
  • Provides general oversight and capital projects
    coordination for all building programs including the planning and development thereof.
  • Maintain updated knowledge and compliance of
    State Construction rules and regulations.
  • Maintain updated knowledge and compliance of State Purchasing rules and regulations.
  • As the Chief Financial Officer of the College, serves as Treasurer of the Randolph Community College Foundation and is an ex-officio
    member of the Foundation Board of Directors.
  • Serves as ex officio member of selected RCC Board of Trustees standing
    committees.
  • Develops and administers the Administrative Services annual budget in collaboration with assigned staff.
  • Recommends policies and procedures that improve customer service, operational efficiency, and enhance the ability of the College to
    realize its mission, strategic priorities, and goals.
  • Establishes and maintains positive community relations that contribute to the
    College’s ability to fulfill its mission.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the President.

COLLEGE
REQUIREMENTS OF ALL EMPLOYEES:

  • Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and the academic, intellectual, and social development of all students and
    employees.
  • An understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.
  • Treats others
    respectfully, speaks to others courteously, and behaves in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by
    trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interactions that are both personally cordial and professionally
    appropriate.
  • Acts as a team player when working with any and all employees of the College.
  • Serves on institutional
    committees as appointed by the President.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed.
  • Annually review all
    Randolph Community College safety rules and policies and be familiar with all emergency safety procedures. Promote good safety habits and be
    compliant with OSHA safety regulations.

Note: Items in red letters denote requirements and duties set forth by the President
of the College and are both standard and required on all Randolph Community College faculty and staff job descriptions. These items are not
to be edited or revised in any way.
Randolph Community College
Job Description
ADA Requirements

POSITION:
VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

REQUIREMENTS RELATIVE TO ADA:
Check physical demands that apply and
describe job responsibilities.

ACTIVITY X % or lbs. DESCRIPTION OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Strength
  • Standing 5
    %
  • Walking 15 %
  • Sitting 80 %
  • Lifting
  • Carrying
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Crouching
  • Crawling
  • Reaching
  • Handling
  • Speaking
    X Presentations, supervise meetings
  • Hearing
  • Seeing X Paperwork, reports, presentations
  • Depth of Perception
  • Color Vision X Charts/graphs

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