Title: Senior Academic & Business Director

Employee Classification: Senior Academic & Business Director

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

Sub Division-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med

Department: HSC-Office of the Dean-TCOM-300600

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

One of the nation’s top medical schools for primary care, the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine has an outstanding reputation for our innovative medical school curriculum, cutting-edge research, quality patient care and outstanding student performance.

Position Overview

This position serves as the administrative and fiscal officer for the college. In this role, the employee advises the Dean, Chairs and department heads in matters relating to budget development and management, operational/strategic financial feasibility, faculty and staff compensation, purchasing and contract management. This employee also acts as a liaison between TCOM and other system/HSC departments to ensure business operations/continuity: HR, Finance, Payroll, Faculty Affairs, Provost's Office, Contract Administration, Business Service Center and HSC Health.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or Healthcare Administration and seven (7) years of experience in the same or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in budgeting, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and Windows navigation.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to define and address issues, communicate results effectively, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Skilled in detailed financial analysis, including reconciliations and understanding accrual accounting.
• Capable of fostering collaborative relationships and exercising ethical leadership.
• Exhibits excellent communication skills and can engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrates executive management skills, including project and time management, prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Able to translate complex issues into layman's terms for broad understanding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field
• Process Improvement training

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

• Oversees all fiscal affairs of the college, including preparation, implementation and management of the operating and capital budgets
• Participate in and support strategic long-term financial planning efforts to ensure financial resources are available to achieve academic objectives and goals
• Develop and maintain financial reports for all college accounts as needed, including monitoring the financial position against budget on a regular basis and communicate findings to the Dean. Consult with departmental administrators to clarify information and/or resolve issues associated with fiscal affairs
• Monitors cash flows and expenditure plans, fund management and contracts

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.