Job Posting for Associate Dean for Finance and Administration at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

Posting Information

Department	School of Data Sci and Society-397100
Career Area	Academic Administration
Posting Open Date	04/02/2024
Application Deadline	04/15/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Position Type	Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title	Associate Dean for Finance and Administration
Appointment Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number	20051418
Vacancy ID	NF0008017
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time Permanent
FTE	1
Hours per week	40
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Proposed Start Date	06/01/2024

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the consistently ranks as . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	In 2022, UNC Chapel Hill launched the School of Data Science and Society (SDSS), a new school devoted to data science teaching, research, scholarship, service, and creativity. The SDSS vision is to be a leader in shaping the field of data science through an interdisciplinary and rigorous grounding in theory and methods with a human centric approach to the entire data life cycle. The mission of SDSS is to empower a diverse community of faculty conducting research in the fundamentals and/or the applications of data science. The school is training undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to be the next generation of data science leaders with the knowledge and skills to thrive in this data-driven world. The SDSS will serve the state, the nation, and the world through premier data science educational programs and innovative research directed to advancing the public good with human-centric and ethical applications. The core elements of the SDSS include porous borders - leveraging our low-walled collaborative Carolina culture to solve major societal problems. Interdisciplinary research clusters that cross disciplines and school boundaries are a vital element of the school. The SDSS is focused on students and education - the emphasis is not just on data science majors but on all students becoming data literate. The school's culture has an open and transparent structure, governance, and business model.
Position Summary	INTERNAL ONLY: Internal Posting for Current UNC-Chapel Hill Permanent Employees, Time-Limited Employees, Temporary Employees (Directly Hired by UNC-Chapel Hill - Not Employed by a Third-Party Staffing Agency), University Temporary Services (UTS) Employees (Employed by UNC-Chapel Hill) and Layoff Priority Candidates of UNC-Chapel Hill. The Associate Dean for Finance and Administration in the School of Data Science and Society (SDSS) at UNC Chapel Hill will serve as the main financial and operations officer for the School. They will facilitate and participate in budget planning, financial management, monitoring, analysis, and financial reporting in the School. They will also manage an internal multi-year, multi-fund budget using budget models to project future revenue (student fees, endowment income, expendable trust, F&A, receipts, contracts and grants) and expenditures. The Associate Dean, as head of the operations team, is primarily responsible for managing daily financial and administrative operations of the School. This includes managing administrative staff and technical personnel in the following operational groups: finance and research administration, IT and facilities services, and human resources. The position will also require careful and regular coordination and interactions with School leadership in the Office of the Dean of SDSS. This individual will play a critical role in the implementation and success of SDSS. This position also works closely with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs to ensure the most effective stewardship of resources necessary to promote the priorities of the School.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Experience in supervising staff related to organizational management, including the ability to set, measure, and achieve strategic objectives. Experience in creating and managing multi-million dollar budgets. Must be able to project a strong positive image of the School through interaction with all constituencies conducting business with the School. Demonstrated ability to problem solve. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in working with persons from diverse backgrounds is required, as is experience in an academic or research environment.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Should be skilled in using financial management software commonly used in higher education; experience in PeopleSoft is preferred. Demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce is preferred. A successful track record of innovation is preferred. Strategic financial planning abilities are preferred, as is experience managing budgets in an academic or research environment.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements	N/A
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
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Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title	Johanna Foster, Senior Educational and Operational Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email	sdss-hr@unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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