Vice President of Strategy and Operations (CFO)

Isothermal Community College | Part Time Campus Assistant-Maintenance/Grounds; Sefton; Presencial; GBP 87 000 - 102 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Isothermal Community College invites applications for the Vice President of Strategy and Operations (CFO). The role provides strategic leadership to align the college’s operations with its mission, ensuring effective administration and efficient support services across departments.

Responsibilities include long-range planning, budget oversight, capital planning, facilities management, risk mitigation, and HR-related oversight.

Qualificações

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible and complex leadership and supervisory experience.
• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a community college setting preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership and long-range planning for all administrative and auxiliary services.
• Collaborate with the college president to prepare and recommend an annual budget, including management of all fund allocations and capital requests.
• Monitor state, county, and institutional budgets in a manner that supports strategic priorities and advancement of the college.
• Oversee the planning, construction, renovation, and maintenance of college facilities and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing the use of physical resources.
• Collaboratively ensure a campus environment that is safe and conducive to learning and student success.
• Lead collegewide recruitment, retention, and professional development planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and college policies.
• Oversee employee relations, performance management, and the resolution of HR-related issues.
• Collaborate with the college president and other senior leaders to develop, implement, and assess the college’s strategic plan.
• Align operational goals with the overall mission and objectives of the institution.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Identify and assess risks associated with business operations and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors and contractors and negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for the college.
• Develop and implement plans for emergency response and business continuity.
• Serve as the point of contact in consultation with legal counsel to represent the interests of the college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Strategic leadership

Financial planning

Budget management

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Contract negotiation

Communication

Formação académica

Master’s degree or equivalent

Doctorate preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Vice President of Strategy and Operations (CFO)

Position Summary Information

Title

Title Vice President of Strategy and Operations (CFO)

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Number of Months

Number of Months 12 Months

Proposed Date of Employment

Proposed Date of Employment 01/04/2027

Work Schedule

Permanent or Temporary

Permanent or Temporary Permanent

Salary Band

Salary Band Hiring Range: $115,000-$135,000

Position Summary

The Vice President of Strategy & Operations ( CFO ) at Isothermal Community College provides strategic leadership that aligns the college’s operations with its mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities through lifelong learning. This role ensures the effectiveness and efficiency of all administrative and auxiliary units.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and long-range planning for all administrative and auxiliary services.
• Collaborate with the college president to prepare and recommend an annual budget, including management of all fund allocations and capital requests.
• Monitor state, county, and institutional budgets in a manner that supports strategic priorities and advancement of the college.
• Oversee the planning, construction, renovation, and maintenance of college facilities and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing the use of physical resources.
• Collaboratively ensure a campus environment that is safe and conducive to learning and student success.
• Lead collegewide recruitment, retention, and professional development planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and college policies.
• Oversee employee relations, performance management, and the resolution of HR-related issues.
• Collaborate with the college president and other senior leaders to develop, implement, and assess the college’s strategic plan.
• Align operational goals with the overall mission and objectives of the institution.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Identify and assess risks associated with business operations and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors and contractors and negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for the college.
• Develop and implement plans for emergency response and business continuity.
• Serve as the point of contact in consultation with legal counsel to represent the interests of the college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Maintain an understanding of the mission, programs, services, and goals of Isothermal Community College.
• Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and federal policies that impact student success and work diligently to overcome barriers to meeting student needs.
• Exhibit advanced analytical, budgeting, and financial reporting skills.
• Identify problems and make decisions based on experience and judgment, as well as on established facts such as budget allocations and legal requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with people internal and external to the institution.
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset and be flexible as circumstances change to achieve and maintain standards of excellence.
• Demonstrate respect for differing perspectives and promote a climate of innovation, creativity, and professional growth for all areas of supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible and complex leadership and supervisory experience, required.
• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate preferred.
• Community college experience, preferred.

Open Date

Open Date 10/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

Isothermal Community College provides educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. Isothermal Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Institution. If accommodation or assistance is needed in completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or via phone at [phone].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts above the High School Level

Optional Documents

• Additional Transcript 1
• Additional Transcript 2
• Additional Transcript 3
• Additional Transcript 4

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