College Vice President jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Westmoreland County Community College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Vice President Administrative Services.

The Vice President Administrative Services reports directly the President, and is responsible for the Financial, Purchasing, Leasing, Facilities, Security, College Services and Events areas of the College. The incumbent shall manage, supervise, plan and direct both the operation and the personnel of the above stated areas. The Vice President must demonstrate an ability to be entrepreneurial and help lead the development and implementation of innovative, College-wide strategies that generate new revenue sources, increase efficiencies and improve effectiveness while instilling a culture of customer service to the constituencies served.

The annual salary for this position is $130,000. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive PPO Medical plan with minimal bi-weekly contributions
• Dental, Vision, Life and long-term disability benefits at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time-off benefits including vacation, personal days, sick days, and paid holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 10% employer contribution

**To be considered for this position, please submit an application directly on our applicant portal at https://employment.westmoreland.edu/.**

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - JOB SPECIFIC

• Direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the Financial, Purchasing, Leasing, Facilities, Security, College Services and Events areas of the College
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard the financial integrity of the College; monitor College operations and ensure compliance with government regulations, higher education and peer standards
• Administer the accounting and fiscal affairs of the College, including those required by not only Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, but also local, state, and federal funding sources and College and Board of Trustees policies
• Oversee the financial operations of the College's Education Foundation
• Direct efforts of the facilities operation to provide adequate facilities and properly control costs in order to maintain, construct and renovate College facilities in the best possible manner
• Oversee construction projects ensuring the projects receive Department of Education approval, adequate funding is secured, collaborate on architectural and engineering design, ensure projects are properly bid and once the project is started, monitor that the project stays on schedule and within budget
• Provide oversight and responsibility for the development and implementation of the facilities master plans, facilities management and maintenance including capital development
• Perform liability risk analysis for all College insurance and make recommendations to the College President for a strategy that protects the College and is cost efficient
• Oversee the payroll function of the College to assure that employees are properly paid and payroll deductions are properly calculated and remitted to the appropriate agency
• Oversee the Accounts Payable function of the College
• Oversee the invoicing and collecting of student accounts and other areas of Accounts Receivable
• Oversee purchasing and ensure all college, state and federal policies are maintained. Provide leadership and creativity as it relates to purchasing power, cost expenditures and savings for the College
• Maintain bank relationships and oversee the cash management policies of the College on investments and cash flow to ensure appropriate returns and the continued operation of the College
• Oversee the preparation of finance and facilities motions for action by the Board of Trustees and ensure financial statements and reports, cash management reports and other related reports are shared with the board upon request and at each board committee and board meeting
• Work with certified public accountants and auditors from federal and state agencies to assure proper accounting policies, procedures, and regulations are followed and presented in the College financial statements to the Public, the State Department of Education and to the various grant agencies. Oversee and ensure the college and foundation audits are performed on time, within budget and meet all standards
• Communicate with the College solicitor on various legal issues that may affect the College within assigned areas· Direct the efforts of assigned departments to maintain effective auxiliary services to the College community, e.g., Food Service, Event Services, Leasing and College Store. Set and realize revenue goals to contribute to the operations of the College
• Assist with labor relations and negotiations, preparing proposals, reviewing data and providing fiscal guidance and participating as directed by the President
• Participate in the development, submission, administration and reporting of College grants, including Carl Perkins, PIC/WIA, CJT and Continuing Education Grants, including WEDNET, NCOA, Career Prep, TANF, etc
• Ensure the ERP (Anthology) for the college and the areas under direct supervision fully utilize this system and other technologies to create and maintain efficiencies, streamline processes and utilize human and time resources appropriately

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - STANDARD TO THE ROLE

• Develop, maintain, and implement the strategic long-range plan for all assigned areas; monitor key performance indicators (KPI)
• Direct and coordinate preparation of annual goals and objectives; monitor progress and prepare annual summary report for all assigned areas
• Coordinate, prepare, recommend and monitor annual operating and capital budgets for areas of functional responsibility
• Select, train, mentor and evaluate assigned personnel; establish and monitor employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct unsatisfactory work performance; implement discipline procedures
• Enhance professional knowledge by keeping abreast of emerging practices; monitor developing trends; integrate new technologies into assigned programs
• Ensure appropriateness of systems to support compliance functions and monitor compliance with local, state and federal regulations and reporting requirements
• Review, develop, maintain and administer Board of Trustees approved policies for assigned areas
• Serve as a member of the President's Cabinet and Council; interact internally and externally with executive level management to justify, defend, negotiate, or settle matters involving significant or controversial issues
• Promote collaboration, partnerships, and professional relationships with business, community organizations, and education and government entities. Ensure that the College is considered a provider of choice with respect to these entities
• Participate on board committees, providing reports, updates, and expertise
• Provide leadership to campus administration, faculty, staff and students
• Represent the College and the President in the community as needed; as well as at meetings with internal and external groups and organizations
• Interact professionally and confidentially with the College community and public
• Assume responsibilities for special projects and events
• Perform duties in accordance with College policies/procedures and bargaining unit agreements
• Advocate for the College and educational foundation at community events/organizations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS - Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Operations Management or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 7-10 years of experience in a financial leadership position required
• Experience working with and supervising employees under labor contracts preferred
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards
• CPA certification preferred

Successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire:

• PA Child History clearance
• PA Criminal Record Check clearance
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record
• Basic Employment Verification, National Criminal Database Search, and Five-Panel Drug Screen at College's expense.

Westmoreland County Community College is an EEO/AA Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person