Description
Assistant Dean for Administration and Finance
College of Law
Georgia State University
These are exciting times at the College of Law We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.
Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.
The College of Law is seeking (1) Assistant Dean for Administration and Finance to join the already awesome team taking the Department to the next level of excellence!
The assistant dean serves as a key strategic adviser to the Dean. This position is responsible for managing the College of Law's administrative operations, directly supervising 3 director positions and indirectly supervising 21 employees.
WHAT MAKES University Housing A GREAT PLACE?
- Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunity and mentorship
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
Budget and Finance
The assistant dean serves as chief financial officer of the College and principal financial advisor to the Dean. The assistant dean directs financial planning and resource allocation for the School’s operating budget and has fiduciary responsibility for maintaining a sound financial environment. This position works closely with College administrators who process and record financial transactions to ensure timely and accurate information for budgetary compliance.The assistant dean works closely with the Dean to develop and coordinate the College’s annual academic and operating budget planning process, forecasts and predicts resource requirements for new and current programs and develops funding strategies. The position works closely with the Dean regarding faculty proposals, special initiatives, and faculty target and operating budget submissions. Makes presentations to the faculty and other constituent groups regarding budgetary issues.Business & Financial Management
This position manages the law school’s College Finance Officer in the oversight of all financial and business services operations of the College while maintaining the integrity and transparency of budget planning and reporting within the law school. These functions include budgetary financial management, budgetary transactional operations, accounts payable and purchasing, contracts and grants, vendor administration, cost control, and monitoring.Information Technology
This position manages the law school’s Director of Information Technology, overseeing the law school’s commitment to technology; producing a plan to accomplish the law school’s goals in technology; directing the operations of the academic computing systems, audio-visual support, and the computer infrastructure of the law school; and coordinating support for the law school’s technology needs.Administrative Management
The assistant dean manages the College’s Director of Administrative Services regarding administrative service operations : facilities operations, telecommunications, records maintenance, purchasing, shipping / receiving, mail distribution, and support services.Faculty Support Services
The assistant dean is responsible for oversight of the faculty support services team and advises the support manager regarding employee supervision and provision of administrative and academic services to faculty.Facilities and Space Planning
The assistant dean manages College of Law facilities and coordinates space planning with the Dean, faculty and other senior managers. The position supports the Dean in strategic planning for future space needs and manages special projects as needed. The assistant dean serves as a liaison to the University regarding major space projects, space management, and space allocation.Conference Center Management
The assistant dean directs and advises the law school’s Director of Conference Center Services, providing oversight for the financial management, general operation, marketing, sales initiatives, and client development / stewardship of the Knowles Conference Center.Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance and seven years of related experience. Master's degree of Business Administration or Master of Science in a related field is preferred.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications :
Preferred candidates should demonstrate leadership in University or higher education administration; ability to effectively interact and achieve positive results with various teams; ability to manage staff at various professional levels; ability to independently manage complex tasks, and prioritize to attain key objectives; strong organizational, communication, and management skills; and ability to work well with faculty, staff, and individuals from diverse and inclusive backgrounds. Additional experience in facilities management and personnel management, and knowledge of issues in higher education management and / or legal education management, are a plus.
College / Business Unit
01 / 04 / 26, 11 : 59 : 00 PM
College / Business Unit : College of Law
Location : Atlanta Campus
Job Posting : 11 / 21 / 25, 12 : 00 : 00 AM