Vice President for Finance and Facilities - Administrator 12

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Marshall (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Low-cost medical and dental insurance

Pension Plan

457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans

Tuition waiver program

Professional development

Job summary

Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, MN seeks a Vice President for Finance and Facilities, serving as Chief Financial Officer and providing leadership for financial, campus safety, and facilities operations.

The role requires a Master’s degree and extensive finance experience, with strong communication and leadership skills to guide budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for the university community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or closely related field.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible finance or accounting experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively via written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in accounting, budgeting, cost and financial analysis, planning, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and financial reporting.
• Ability to explain admin policies, procedures, law, and reports to diverse constituencies.
• Ability to present financial state of the university in understandable terms.
• Experience managing financial teams or units.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and is responsible for overall direction and control of university financial, campus safety, and facility functions.
• Lead planning for the University’s future and monitor its present and past performance.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and financial planning to support strategic objectives.

Skills

Finance leadership

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership experience

Education

Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related

Tools

Workday

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Vice President for Finance and Facilities - Administrator 12

Institution:

Southwest Minnesota State University

Classification Title:

MnSCU Administrator 12

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Minnesota State Administrator’s Plan

City:

Marshall

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$148,039.00 - $236,748.00

Job Description

Serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the University, provides leadership and is responsible for overall direction and control of many of the University financial, campus safety and facility functions. A key individual in planning for the University’s future, monitoring its present, and reviewing its past.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or closely related field.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible finance or accounting experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively via written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in the use of accounting and budgeting, cost and financial analysis, financial planning, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and financial reporting.
• Effectiveness in formulating, interpreting, analyzing, and explaining administrative policies, procedures, law, and reports to various constituencies.
• Ability to present information university-wide in understandable terms that provides realistic picture of the financial state of the university.
• Leadership experience managing financial teams or units.

Preferred Qualification

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or other relevant certifications
• Experience in higher education, K-12 education, or government
• Experience leading transformational change
• Knowledgeable in physical plant operations, planning, construction, and remodeling.
• Knowledgeable in campus safety and security issues.
• Experience in the Minnesota State System
• Experience utilizing the Workday system
• Knowledge in the operations of educational institutions and/or government funded operations.

Priority will be given to those who apply by 3/31/2026.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am -4:30 pm

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSUgives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

Southwest Minnesota State University complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. You can find our Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online at Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (smsu.edu). This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Southwest Minnesota State University. If you prefer a hard copy, please contact the Department of Public Safety at 507-537-7252.

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning. Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. SMSU is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. SMSU does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affimative Action Office, 507-537-6208. For TTY communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-12-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

03-10-2026

Close Date:

06-01-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Bailey Johnson

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]