Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks an Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration to lead complex administrative functions and business operations within the College of Education and Social Services. You will serve as the chief financial and HR manager, directing financial planning, HR, technology, and space planning to support SAP and strategic goals.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and 8+ years in financial management with large budgets, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, financial management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in financial management with large budgets.
• Experience with long-range strategic planning, HR management, and grants management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all complex administrative functions and business operations within CESS.
• Act as chief financial and human resources manager for the College.
• Direct financial, budget planning, administrative, HR, technology, space planning and business management activities.
• Lead a team of professional staff including the Title IVE/Child Welfare Training Partnership Director.
• Member of the CESS Dean’s Leadership team; reports to the Dean.

Skills

Financial management

Budget leadership

HR management

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in business/financial management or related field

Job description

Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.

For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title | Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration

Posting Summary | The Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration is responsible for all complex administrative functions and business operations within the College of Education and Social Services (CESS). The Assistant Dean acts as the chief financial manager and the chief human resource manager for the College, accountable for directing and managing financial, budget planning, administrative, human resources, technology, space planning, and business management activities to support the College’s Strategic Alignment Plan (SAP), UVM’s Green, Gold, and Bold strategic plan, and values of Our Common Ground. The Assistant Dean is accountable for a team of professional staff managing finance, HR, and operational functions including the Title IVE/Child Welfare Training Partnership Director. The Assistant Dean is a member of the CESS Dean’s Leadership team and reports directly to the Dean.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Master’s degree in business, financial management, or related field and at least 8 years of experience in financial management, working with large complex budgets, long-range strategic planning, human resources management, business operations, and grants management. Effective analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to provide consultative leadership Experience in financial decision making that impacts the institution’s mission Supervision of multiple professional positions Higher education administration experience

Anticipated Pay Range

135,000-145,000

Special Conditions

A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

No

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date

08/26/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

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Open Until Filled

No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title | Business Operations MG4 X

Posting Number | S6273PO

Department | CESS Dean's Office/53000

Position Number | 007521

Percent of Full-Time | 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5

Term (months per year) | 12

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
4. Other Document (1)
5. Other Document (2)

Optional Documents