Position

As the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President for Business & Financial Affairs (ASVPBFA), you will play a pivotal role within our organization. Reporting directly to the Superintendent/President, you will provide district-wide leadership, supervision, and oversight for all aspects of Business & Financial Affairs.

Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of critical areas, including financial and accounting services, budget planning and development, business operations, and payroll. Additionally, you will lead and manage facilities, the health and wellness center, and auxiliary operations, which include maintenance and operations, construction and bond management, bookstore, and food services operations.

In the absence of the Superintendent/President, you may serve as their designated representative, ensuring the smooth functioning of the district. Furthermore, you will have the important task of supervising and evaluating the performance of assigned staff, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

As the chief business officer for the district, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's financial health and overall success. Your leadership will be instrumental in supporting our mission and creating an environment conducive to learning and growth.

Demonstrate equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity, to and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and working environment.

The full position description, including representative responsibilities, qualifications and skills for the applicant can be downloaded.

Job Description

The following items must be submitted :

• A cover letter, two pages or less, succinctly stating to what extent the candidate meets the minimum and preferred qualifications sought for this position. The cover letter should also address the essential duties and responsibilities listed in the position description. Candidates should cite specific examples from their background and experience to demonstrate knowledge and expertise necessary for this position.
• A current resume.
• Professional References including names, email addresses, business, and home/cell telephone numbers of 5-10 references including at least:
  • Two supervisors
  • Two direct reports (including one classified staff member)
  • Two community members or those from external partnerships
  • Two faculty members

Preferably, references are to be from current and former institutions. References will not be contacted without the candidate's permission. 

• Candidates must upload copies of all transcripts (need not be official at the time of application), which prove sufficient for verifying minimum qualifications for this position. Official transcripts must be from the awarding institution and must show that the degree has been awarded (or conferred) and the year. Degree(s) must be earned (or conferred) from accredited institution(s) or an equivalent foreign institution by the first consideration date for this position. All degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript by the indicated first consideration date for this position. Foreign transcripts must be transcribed in English and evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a bona fide U.S. evaluation service.

The position is open until filled. 

To be considered for the first screening, application documents must be submitted online at the College District's website no later than February 2, 2025.

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Southwestern Community College District provides comprehensive benefits to our employees, retirees, and COBRA participants. Our benefits include health, welfare, and retirement coverage that rival even the most generous organization. Our Benefits Office is happy to review and support the District’s benefits plans by providing one-on-one counseling and assistance over the phone, in person, and via email, and maintaining an effective benefits communication program.

Southwestern Community College District Equal Employment Opportunities Policy No. 3420.