Assistant Dean, Finance & Administration

University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : School of Medicine, Office of the Dean

Job Title : Assistant Dean, Finance & Administration

Position # : 00840818 - Requisition # : 38075

Job Summary :

The School of Medicine (SOM) Assistant Dean, Finance and Administration will be an accomplished healthcare executive with deep operational expertise, financial acumen, and the capacity to lead with vision and inclusiveness in a complex academic health system. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in overseeing operations in a large, complex healthcare organization and a deep understanding of clinical operations, financial management, and the integration of faculty practice into the tripartite mission.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic advisor to the Executive Vice Dean, contributing to the development and implementation of financial and administrative goals for all portfolios, including clinical management, quality, and research operations.

Subject matter expert and leader for clinical funds flow design and implementation for the adult practice of CU Anschutz and CU Medicine.

Represent the SOM by sitting on various committees and serving as the primary liaison with UCHA for funds flow design, operations, and management.

Serve as the project lead for faculty effort mapping according to specific missions (e.g., clinical, research) and use this data for funds flow purposes.

Oversee financial operations, financial planning, and resource allocation for the Executive Vice Dean, SOM, and related work streams.

Implement and operationalize Executive Vice Dean's strategy and planning initiatives.

Collaborate with the Executive Vice Dean and Health System leaders to validate and approve expected clinical effort, productivity, and benchmarking of clinical performance for faculty, aligning resources with departmental needs.

Assist the CU SOM finance team with operational aspects and subject matter expertise as it relates to clinical management of the adult practice on UCH and UCHA licensed sites (HOPDs).

Supervise and assist quality improvement and quality management efforts, including those that relate to UCH and SOM-aligned operations such as quality incentive design, data mapping, and determination of final payouts for performance.

Support the Executive Vice Dean in developing data, tools, and strategic committees to facilitate clinical operations, performance mapping, and evaluation.

Work Location :

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected, and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care, and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including :

Medical : Multiple plan options

Dental : Multiple plan options

Additional Insurance : Disability, Life, Vision

Retirement 401(a) Plan : Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

Paid Time Off : Accruals over the year

Vacation Days : 22 / year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

Sick Days : 15 / year (unlimited maximum accrual)

Holiday Days : 10 / year

Tuition Benefit : Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass : Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

A bachelor's degree in business, business administration, finance, accounting, education, social sciences, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

Substitution : A combination of education and related technical / paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Fifteen (15) years of relevant professional experience in financial administration / management.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications :

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting / business / health care management, finance, or a closely related field.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Twenty (20) years of responsible administrative, financial, and supervisory experience in a university or healthcare setting.

Prior Experience in academic medicine in project management and strategy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Highly collaborative and effective at building strong working relationships across Institutions and Department Stakeholders.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

Outstanding customer service skills.

Strong financial management skills to include a comprehensive understanding of academic medical institution financial structure and operational standards.

Demonstrated ability to manage funds effectively, from a variety of sources and with the use of a variety of financial management software applications.

Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical assessments and reports, and to communicate professionally and effectively.

Demonstrated excellence in establishing work priorities and providing follow-through and meeting established deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, organize, implement, and coordinate financial and administrative activities in a diverse and complicated system.

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

Outstanding customer service skills.

How to Apply :

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

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

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

Screening of Applications Begins :

Immediately and continues until 11 / 18 / 25

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as $137,500 to $180,000 (calculated for 0.5 FTE).

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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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 .

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

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 .

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

: Executive

Primary Location

: Aurora

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20029 - SOM-DEAN DO ADMINISTRATION

Schedule

: Part-time

Posting Date

: Nov 4, 2025

Unposting Date

: Nov 19, 2025, 6 : 59 : 00 AM

Posting Contact Name : Olawunmi Ogunwo

Posting Contact Email : Olawunmi.ogunwo@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number : 00840818