Director of Finance and Administration

Job Summary:

The Department Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) is the administrative leader for one of the most prestigious Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the nation, with 13 freestanding clinics, 8 subspecialty divisions, a top-20 NIH-funded research programs, and a full complement of educational programs including medical students, 7 fellowship programs, and a 37 FTE residency program.

The DFA has authority over the business affairs, funds, and resources of a ~$85m Department. The DFA represents the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology when interfacing with affiliates and non-affiliated entities, including CU Medicine, Denver Health and Hospital Authority, University of Colorado Hospital, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Rose Medical Center, Highlands Ranch Hospital, and several other clinical entities in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. This role is also responsible for oversight in strategic planning, executing initiatives, and guiding growth in the Department in partnership with the Department Chair, Division leadership, and Vice Chairs.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance

• Oversees, Directs, and Manages all funds of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, including State appropriations, gift and endowment funds, grant and contract funds, clinical contract funds, and grant release funds.
• Manages the financial aspects of Strategic Planning and Faculty/Staff recruitment.
• Oversees financial reporting, analysis, forecasting, and business planning.
• Negotiates institutional budgetary support for operational activities, recruitment packages, capital procurement, and facility improvement.
• Develops and maintains, with department leadership, standardized compensation plans for faculty and senior administrators, and implements an annual review of effort, productivity, and funding sources for all faculty.
• Oversees departmental purchasing activities, including delegation of purchasing responsibilities and adherence to purchasing policy, acquisition of capital equipment items and major capital building/renovation, and negotiation of leases.

Human Resource

• Develops, leads, and directs the administrative team that manages clinical, education, and research administration functions at the department and division levels.
• Promotes a positive, collaborative, inclusive, and effective working environment.
• Directs, supervises, and oversees personnel matters for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, including position establishment, recruitment, hiring and supervision of staff, performance planning and appraisal, and termination processes.
• Oversees and coordinates the appointment, re-appointment, promotion, tenure, retention activities, and grievance procedures for faculty in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology with appropriate campus and outside agency personnel when necessary.

Operations and Compliance

• Administers pertinent State Fiscal Policies, State, CU School of Medicine, University of Colorado rules and procedures, and applicable State and Federal laws and standards applying to business management (personnel, accounting, auditing, etc.).
• Develops, implements, and enforces additional policies at the departmental level on behalf of the Chair.
• Oversees Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology facilities, both on and off campus, to ensure the efficiency of operations, in collaboration with the Community Practice Division. The department manages 13 free-standing School of Medicine Clinics.
• Oversees a comprehensive Sites of Practice (SOP) portfolio of 50 SOPs.

Strategy

• Partners with CU SOM and CU Medicine leadership on growth strategies in the clinical, education, and research arenas.
• In partnership with the chair, fosters and promotes financial growth and health of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology through the development of new and expanded funding sources and opportunities.
• Provides oversight and guides all acquisition, Professional Services Agreements, and outreach contracts.
• Participates in strategic planning in concert with the organization's goals that contribute toward market growth, revenue enhancement, cost containment, and maximizing clinical practice and research productivity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 or more days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology provides a full spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participates in research, and provides education to students and residents. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is dedicated to serving the women of Colorado and the surrounding states; excelling in the education of medical students and residents, delivering comprehensive patient care; and participating in research into areas of women's health. Our vision is to optimize the health and well-being of women across their lifespan by utilizing our unique strengths.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit:

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of broad and diversified senior management experience that includes fiscal management responsibilities within a complex health care, academic, or biomedical research setting.
  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Eight (8) years of experience working in a healthcare or academic medical setting.
• Prior leadership experience in an Obstetrics & Gynecology environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, Department Directors, Administrators, managers, hospital management, and CU Medicine.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Strong leadership and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, diversified financial management skills.
• Ability to manage funds effectively, from a variety of sources.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply, accepted theories, practices, and principles of general management and administration, and possess sufficient advanced knowledge of the workings of an academic Obstetrics & Gynecology Department to apply these general principles thereto.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within diverse team structures.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible, and to think quickly and creatively.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

Questions should be directed to: Olawunmi Ogunwo at Olawunmi.ogunwo@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 05/23/24. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $119,000 to $160,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

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Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.