Chief Business Officer, College of Engineering

Job description

Salary/Position Classification: - $100,000+ annual, Exempt - 40 hours per week - This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus. Purpose of Position: The Chief Business Officer (CBO) is responsible for strengthening business financial planning, execution, and compliance in alignment with the College’s and University’s strategic goals. The position will lead financial and business matters and direct financial operations including budgeting, accounting and financial support for external grant funding. The CBO provides leadership, oversight and stewardship for all aspects of financial resources while promoting best practices involving finance administration within the College. Reporting to the College Dean and with secondary reporting to the University’s Associate VP for Finance, the CBO works collaboratively with college leadership in providing strategic advice and recommending and implementing financial and administrative objectives, policies, programs, and practices that ensure a sound financial structure for the College. The CBO keeps the Dean informed about the College’s current financial position and works creatively to help sustain an environment of excellence throug...