"Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer"

VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION/
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Fairmont State University, a four-year, public, comprehensive university located in Fairmont, WV, seeks a strategic, dynamic, and innovative administrative professional to serve as its Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer (VPFA). Academic Search is assisting and invites inquiries, applications, and nominations.

Reporting to the University President and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Vice President functions as the senior officer and supervises the directors of the units within the Division of Finance and Administration: Grants and Sponsored Programs, Procurement, Accounting, and Facilities. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to support the University, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and fostering an all-inclusive environment. The VPFA will work collaboratively with other university departments and stakeholders to drive initiatives that enhance and support the University's mission.

For more information about the institution, position, qualifications, and online application process, please review the full position profile from the Academic Search website: Current Open Searches. Although the position is open until filled, candidates should submit all application materials by Tuesday, March 24. The new VPFA would ideally take office in July 2026.

Dr. Pam Balch, Senior Consultant, is leading this search. All inquiries, applications, and nominations will be held in confidence. To learn more about this opportunity, potential applicants are welcome to submit their CVs to FairmontStateCFO@academicsearch.org to schedule a call.

Although nominations are not required to be considered for this position, leaders who know of outstanding candidates are welcome to submit confidential nominations by sending an email to FairmontStateCFO@academicsearch.org. Please include the nominee's full name, position, institution/organization, and email address.