Job Description

About Westchester Community College:

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

Job Description:

As a member of the leadership team for Academic Affairs, reporting to the VP of Academic Affairs, the incumbent is responsible for the fiscal operations for the Academic Affairs division. This includes the preparation, formulation, and execution of the Academic Affairs budget request and the adherence to the College's financial management policy. Successful oversight of the finances for Academic Affairs requires the ability to collaborate effectively with all divisions of the college. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Function as liaison between the Business Office and Academic Affairs regarding all financial matters.
• Review budgets as submitted by each department to ensure requests are properly categorized.
• Manage budgets once approved, working in conjunction with the Business Office. 
• Assist departments with ordering equipment, working with vendors, and initiating transfers, when necessary.
• Assist with the training of professional and support staff.
• Prepare special financial reports, as requested.
• Perform other related responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  The finalist must possess one of the following:

(a) Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Education, Educational Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, and/or related field from an accredited college or university, and minimum of two (2) years of experience in the administration of an academic, programmatic or support services area in the field of Education or in the public sector; OR

(b) Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of experience as defined in (a).

Experience in team building and presenting to various audiences required. The successful candidate will possess a strong ability to interpret financial transactions and events for users who must make economic or business decisions. Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management required. They will be skilled in Microsoft Office applications, PeopleSoft or other database software, and have a passion for the mission of the college.  All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and evidence of equity-minded practice in all college policies, practices, and personnel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Seven (7) years of progressive, relevant work experience in budgeting and accounting operations that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties and responsibilities of this position strongly preferred. Five (5) years of experience in the administration of an academic or support services area in the field of education also strongly preferred. The preferred candidate will have experience with Accreditation entities such as Middle States and experience in a Community College setting.

Additional Information:

POSITION EFFECTIVE:  The position will remain open until filled.

SALARY & BENEFITS:  The starting salary is $83,556. Additional compensation with seniority steps maximize at a salary of $128,855. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a choice of defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plan, generous leave benefits, and access to tax sheltered annuities and a deferred compensation plan.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedule is Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position, a resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.  You must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire. Please login to:  https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents.  The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by August 19, 2024.

Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning. 

The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

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