Director of Administration – Finance & Operations DSS - UTK

Job description

Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost and Chief Financial Officer, The Director of Administration will be responsible for the fiscal and budgetary management of the Division of Student Success's activities and initiatives; financial planning and analysis for the Division's operating budget including income from student fees, restricted, gift and capital budgets. This position is responsible for oversight of all fiscal and administrative transactions and for strategic planning to ensure that contracts, payroll, memorandums of understanding and similar agreements are initiated and processed in a timely manner. This position will collaborate with their colleagues in DSS leadership, central administration and colleges and units to achieve positive outcomes providing guidance (to DSS directors) as necessary, and will represent the Division in financial, human resources and administrative matters in campus settings. This position will lead a staff of two assistant directors and seven coordinators. Until the Director of Facilities is recruited, this position will continue to assist with space and facility issues. Fiscal Administration and Operations: In collaboration with the AVP/CFO, d...