Vice Chancellor for Business & Finance

The Division of Business and Finance supports the instructional, research and public service activities of ECSU by providing sound and prudent leadership in the management of fiscal and physical resources, ensuring regulatory compliance and providing timely delivery of services to faculty, staff, students and other constituents of the university.

Reporting directly to the Chancellor, and serving as a member of the executive cabinet, the Vice Chancellor is the institutional leader in the areas of Finance, Design and Construction, and Purchasing/Procurement. This leadership role will be responsible for the strategic direction and effectiveness of the University's fiscal, business, and is responsible for ensuring the sound fiscal and operational management of the university's monetary and resources, providing and enhancing quality financial and physical support services, coordinating the university's budget process and activities, and implementing and maintaining adequate systems of internal control. This position oversees budgeting, financial management, contracts and grants, procurement, compliance, real estate management, dining services, and auxiliary services.

Ability to maintain confidentiality, employ excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies, use responsible independent judgment, and work collaboratively with different constituencies in a diverse and dynamic university community.

Knowledge of auditing principles and practices, including financial, NCAA Athletics and federal and state compliance ( OMB A-110, A-133 Audit Guidelines and A-21 Cost Principles) for sponsored programs and Title IV Federal Financial Aid programs.

Knowledge, proven management skills and analytical problem-solving abilities relevant to the diverse areas the Vice Chancellor will supervise (budget, finance, real estate, design and construction, capital improvements, sustainability, and grants and contracts administration).

Foster an environment of mutual trust and transparency, including personal credibility and integrity among stakeholders by conveying personal character, interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence, integrity trust, diplomacy, collaboration, and negotiation skills.

Provide guidance and direction to employees; demonstrated success in developing, engaging, mentoring, and motivating teams and the ability to develop teamwork, pride and integrity within the Vice Chancellor's immediate staff.

Knowledge of institutional organization and management and the ability to work with constituents with varying motivators, goals, and perspectives to gain consensus and keep projects moving forward in a positive manner.

Comfortable with and experienced in leadership roles related to change management around improving business operations to ensure that business systems and processes are efficient, effective, and compliant.

Possess strong leadership skills and business acumen, exhibiting effective demonstration of consistency and integrity effectively and efficiently interpret policies and procedures to faculty, staff and students as well as parents, alumni, and friends.

Familiar with capital financing, including tax exempt debt issuance, cost of issuance debt covenants and debt coverage ratios. Ability to monitor, report, and resolve compliance issues related to debt-imposed restrictions.

Experience managing a complex budget, integrating budget decisions with strategic
planning, and ensuring institutional efficiency.

Ability to effectively collaborate with other leaders in strategic planning, budgeting, and
organizational management utilizing strong written and oral communication skills.

* Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. * If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.