Vice President for Administrative Services - South Florida State College

South Florida State College; Avon Park (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

South Florida State College seeks a visionary Vice President for Administrative Services to serve as the Chief Business Officer, reporting to the President. You will provide executive leadership for business support, financial planning, contracts, and facilities planning.

Serves on the President's Cabinet and collaborates across departments to optimize space, technology, and financial performance. The role oversees accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and major construction projects,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business or related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum of five (5) years of directly related administrative experience, preferably within a public community college.
• Experience working closely with facilities planning/construction issues strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the College's Chief Business Officer with executive leadership for business support, financial planning, contracts, and facilities planning.
• Oversee all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, investments, and reporting.
• Supervise construction functions and serve as representative for major projects.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB and regulatory requirements; present financial reports to President and Board.
• Coordinate HR, IT, Finance, Facilities, Safety, and auxiliary operations.
• Advise on legislative and regulatory issues affecting fiscal planning.

Education

Master's degree in business or related field

Job description

Vice President for Administrative Services

South Florida State College is an open-access, higher education institution dedicated to providing a learning-centered environment through quality programs, training, and services. Working in partnership with organizations and communities, the college provides leadership and a comprehensive range of opportunities for the educational, cultural, and economic development of the service district.

SFSC is proud to be tobacco-free.

Job Description:

Full-time, year-round position serving as the College's Chief Business Officer, reporting directly to the President. Provides executive leadership and administrative oversight for all business support services, financial planning and analysis, contract review, and facilities planning and construction activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a member of the President's Cabinet and contributes to institutional planning and policy development. Provides financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives and long-term sustainability.
• Oversees all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, investments, and financial reporting. Develops and manages annual and capital budgets, ensures compliance with GAAP, GASB, and applicable regulations. Maintains interval controls and risk management practices.
• Supervises College construction functions; negotiates architectural, engineering, construction, and other contracts on behalf of the College. Serves as the College representative for all major construction projects.
• Maintains responsibility for completion of all facilities planning processes and reports to achieve maximum space approvals and facilities enhancement as directed by the President (e.g., Capital Improvement Plan, Educational Plant Survey, etc.).
• Reviews agreements and contracts and coordinates review by the College attorney as needed.
• Coordinates fiscal aspects of the Human Resources Department, oversees efficient operation of the Information Technology Department, Accounting and Finance Department, Physical Plant Operations and Maintenance Department, Campus Safety and Security department and auxiliary operations.
• Ensures adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and audit requirements. Prepares and presents financial reports to the President, Board of Trustees, and regulatory agencies. Assures that required reports are submitted accurately and timely.
• Makes written and verbal reports to the SFSC District Board of Trustees of recommendations made to and approved by the President.
• Responsible for coordinating, documenting, and implementing all unit action planning, outcomes assessment, and institutional effectiveness efforts within the scope of administrative supervision.
• Monitors legislative activity, analyzes potential impact of legislation, and advises administrative staff as appropriate for planning purposes.
• Acts as a Campus Security Authority (CSA)/responsible person for Title IX and Clery Act compliance. Must participate in all required CSA/responsible person training.
• Acts in accordance with local, state, and federal laws/regulations as well as College policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Educational:Master's degree in business or related field from an institutionally accredited organization required. Specialized training, and/or professional certifications preferred.

Experiential:Minimum of five (5) years of directly related administrative experience required, preferably within a public community college. Experience working closely with facilities planning/construction issues strongly preferred. Financial Aid experience preferred.

Additional Information:

Classification:Administrative

Reports To:President

Supervises: Accounting and Finance, Information Technology, Hotel Jacaranda, Cafeteria, Physical Plant Operations and Maintenance, Safety and Security, and Facilities Planning/Construction functions and staff.

Posting Date: September 4, 2026

Starting Annual Salary Range:$125,000 - $140,000

Application review begins: September 21, 2026

SOUTH FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION

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