Vice President of Administrative Services

Southeastern Illinois College; Harrisburg (IL); Presencial; USD 115.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

Life insurance with optional benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance

Pension through SURS

Paid holidays and vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg, IL seeks a seasoned Vice President of Administrative Services to lead fiscal affairs, facilities, and risk management as part of the President’s Administrative Cabinet.

The role provides strategic financial leadership, oversees annual and long-term budget planning, and ensures compliance with applicable requirements while supporting emergency preparedness and campus safety.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance from an accredited university.
• CPA certification.
• At least five years of full-time experience in a major administrative position.
• Public higher education administrative experience preferred.
• Experience in a unionized or collective bargaining environment preferred.
• Strong financial and analytical skills; excellent written and verbal communication; sound judgment.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee fiscal affairs, budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Manage purchasing, investments, and tax levy preparation.
• Oversee facilities, grounds, and campus security.
• Lead risk management and emergency preparedness.
• Act as Treasurer for the Board of Trustees.
• Provide timely financial analysis and strategic guidance to the President and Board.

Conocimientos

Financial leadership

CPA certification

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in business/accounting/finance

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Southeastern Illinois College is seeking an experienced and strategic financial and administrative leader to serve as its Vice President of Administrative Services. As a member of the President’s Administrative Cabinet, the Vice President reports directly to the President and provides leadership and oversight for the College’s fiscal affairs, facilities and grounds, financial aid, auxiliary services, labor relations, risk management, and related administrative operations.

The Vice President of Administrative Services serves as a key institutional leader, providing timely financial analysis, recommendations, and strategic guidance to the President and Board of Trustees. The position has significant responsibility for the College’s financial operations, including annual and long-term budget planning, accounting, financial reporting, purchasing, investments, tax levy preparation, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

The position also provides leadership for the maintenance, care, and security of College facilities and grounds; oversees construction projects and facility master planning; manages risk management, insurance, workplace safety, and campus security; and supports emergency preparedness and response. The Vice President serves as the Treasurer for the Board of Trustees and participates in Board meetings as needed.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited university, possess a CPA certification, and have at least five years of full-time experience in a major administrative position. Public higher education administrative experience and experience in a unionized or collective bargaining environment are preferred. Candidates should demonstrate strong financial and analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and service-oriented leader with the ability to build trust, develop others, solve problems, and effectively lead within a team environment.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation days.
• Paid time off for Spring Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Winter Break, as well as Fridays off in the summer.
• Health Insurance.
• Life insurance with optional benefits.
• Optional Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Pension through the State Universities Retirement System.

Salary: $115,000 – $120,000 commensurate with experience, education, and relevant credentials.