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Closing Date:

09/05/2024

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Fay Jones School of Architecture and Designhttps://fayjones.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Dean for Business for the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, with direct report to the Dean of the School, and with indirect reporting to the University's Vice Provost for Planning, serves with a fiduciary duty and strategic oversight of all aspects of the school’s finances and business operations to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and statutes. The Assistant Dean for Business supports the School's strategic efforts through budgeting and finance, data management and benchmarking, interpretation and implementation of the University policy, procurement support, human resources, facilities planning, and other activities as required to achieve the instruction, research and service mission of the School. This position confers with and supports the Dean in developing FJSAD's annual budget, while maintaining strong, positive working relationships with the department program/program/units. The Assistant Dean for Business analyzes and makes recommendations on budget requests and plans with respect to state and university policy and provides an accurate accounting and reporting of the deployment and maintenance of the School's financial resources and supports the data analytics efforts of the School for its accreditation, program and operations, and business optimization measures. The Assistant Dean supervises one full time employee and has fiscal oversight of the Garvin Woodlands Garden financial affairs staff member.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the start of employment

• At least four years financial planning and analysis experience

• At least two years of experience in a supervisory role

• Experience with written and verbal presentation of financial activity

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing, implementing and monitoring budgets

• Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualification:

• Master’s degree in business, accounting or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least four years financial planning and analysis experience in post-secondary higher education

• Successful completion of a CPA or similar professional certificate

• Director level experience

• Experience managing financial operations, accounting, budget, and reporting functions in a post-secondary environment

• Workday or other ERP experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• In depth understanding and knowledge of best practices in the areas of budgeting, analytics, operations and planning

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written

• Time management skills

• Decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial data

• Ability to collaborate and work well with others

• Ability to work under time constraints

• Proficient abilities with Microsoft Office Suite – with expertise in Word and Excel

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusCarol Rowser crowser@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes