"Associate VP, Finance and Planning Operations"

Job Summary

The AVP for Finance and Planning Operations plays a critical leadership and strategic role in supporting the VP by 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.

Additional Information

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/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$215,000 - $230,000

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree
2. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a leadership, project management, or strategic operations role, in higher education
3. 4-6 years of experience in supporting senior leadership, driving initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams
4. 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
2. Experience with or certification in Lean Six Sigma techniques to improve work
3. Experience with complex, integrated accounting systems, e.g. Oracle, PeopleSoft and experience with query tools is preferred. Technical fluency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Hours

This position is a proactive and reactive role in the Division of Finance and Planning office to help and build a strong work environment. The position works in an ever changing environment that requires adaptability and prompt decision making. Occasional weekend and evening work may be expected.

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)

Contact Information for Applicants

Cindy Lotz
cllotz@ilstu.edu