"Vice President of Finance and Operations"

The Vice President of Finance and Operations serves as the Chief Finance and Facilities Officer (CFFO) of the college and provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for college-wide budget development, budget monitoring, budget forecasting, fiscal affairs, physical plant, auxiliary enterprises (bookstore and food service), risk management, and safety/security programs. This position serves on the Executive Leadership team and reports directly to the college president. As a senior leader of the college and member of the Executive Leadership team, this position provides critical input to the president on key college issues and opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration or relevant field and five or more years of progressively complex administrative/managerial experience in a medium to large organization

Track record of success in financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and budgeting

Demonstrated a high level of skills in leadership, management, supervisory, organizational, and human relations

Demonstrated genuine commitment to inclusiveness and shared governance in leadership and decision-making

Knowledge of principles of continuous improvement and quality management

Demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons of diverse backgrounds and commitment to affirmative action in staffing and operations

Track record of effective and vigilant stewardship of college/organization resources

Demonstrated ability to identify and address issues and concerns in a diplomatic and sensitive manner

Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills

High degree of computer literacy, including proficiency and demonstrated ability to use technology to develop business process efficiencies.

Preferred Qualification

Master's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration or relevant field

Experience in higher education

Certified Public Accountant certification

Experience with the implementation of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system such as Workday

Thorough understanding of the collective bargaining process and skill in the administration of collective bargaining agreements

Demonstrated competence in interpreting and complying with federal and state legislation, state, system, and college policies

Demonstrated accuracy in forecasting financial positioning; ability to analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate statistical information to internal and external customers of the college

Experience with facilities master planning, capital budget requests, and building construction activities

Experience working with architects in the development of the predesigns and schematic designs for capital budget requests

Experience with and commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship

Knowledge of environmental safety, security operations, and emergency response planning

Knowledge of the overall operations of educational institutions and/or government operations

Ability to develop and maintain strong community and business relationships

Application Procedure

The vacancy is posted online from September 15, 2025, through October 13, 2025. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on October 13, 2025. Posting is officially closed on October 14, 2025, at 12:00 am.

Note: Internal applicants need to apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday.

Application must include:

Letter of interest

Resume

College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening)

About the College:

NHCC has a rich tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. Founded in 1966, the college is a respected, thriving comprehensive community college with a strong history of liberal arts education and career programs. NHCC is one of the largest and most diverse community colleges in the state of Minnesota. NHCC is a member of Minnesota State which is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the nation.

Offering more than 70 academic programs to over 10,000 students NHCC prepares students to transfer or for immediate entry into the workforce. The thriving campus is also home to more than 25 clubs and organizations supporting a largely part-time student body with co-curricular and recreational activities.

Join our NHCC community and help us create opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, succeed in their chosen professions, and make a difference in the world.