Senior Director for Finance & Facilities

Senior Director for Finance & Facilities

The Senior Director for Finance and Facilities is the on campus financial and business leader for the innovative and growing University of Minnesota Rochester, overseeing an annual institutional budget in excess of $34 million in collaboration with the chancellor and vice chancellors. The Senior Director reports to the Chancellor or the Chancellor's Senior Strategist designee, and indirectly to the University of Minnesota System Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. The Senior Director serves as a member of the campus leadership team, providing creative, thoughtful and values-driven management in the areas of financial and facilities oversight and planning. This position works in-person in Rochester, MN. This role is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. During the next three years of exponential growth, UMR will be engaged in a significant expansion of facilities, to be overseen by this position. The Senior Director equips the chancellor and vice chancellors to make critical decisions by providing reliable, timely information and system-aligned procedures. The Senior Director for Finance and Facilities oversees the experienced Business Office Director and the Director of Facilities and Operations providing priorities, project management, work direction, and general supervision.

Responsibilities :

• Finance : Provide oversight for UofM Rochester's financial resources at the direction of UMN Rochester senior leadership, assuring unquestionable integrity and fiduciary compliance in alignment with our institutional values; Advise the Chancellor and work collaboratively with senior administrators on all matters relative to the fiscal standing, structure, and financial processes; Develop financial plans and financial analysis models for the campus in cooperation with University of Minnesota System colleagues and UMR senior leaders, which include innovative solutions, strategies and procedures to enhance efficiencies; sustain quality during a period of strategic growth; and ensure compliance with University policies and applicable state and federal laws Oversee operating budgets, providing accurate and timely information to the chancellor and vice chancellors; real estate and leases, in cooperation with University of Minnesota system Real Estate and Planning colleagues; and accounting and business services. Guide the development, submission, implementation, and monitoring of UMN Rochester's operating budgets including annual budget request; Collaborate with Human Resources to provide oversight of the payroll process; and Monitor and ensure chancellor-approved budgets to ensure a balanced budget.
• Facilities : Oversee facilities planning, construction and maintenance; campus contracts, in cooperation with University of Minnesota system colleagues in the Office of General Counsel; and collaborate with Vice Chancellor for Student Life on campus safety and security including emergency operations and continuity planning. Oversee the P3 facilities expansion of UMR, anticipated to begin in 2026, serving as the liaison between local developers and University of Minnesota System Real Estate and Planning, in collaboration with UMR's Director of Facilities and Operations.
• Leadership : Supervise the Business Office and Facilities Management staff; Participate in Chancellor Senior Leaders meetings when relevant topics are on the agenda; Participate in University of Minnesota System committees addressing budget models and approaches, as needed; and Ensure the campus community has transparent and timely information regarding the UofM Rochester budget and facilities plans and challenges.

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About the Department :

UMR's Vision is to inspire transformation in higher education through innovations that empower our graduates to solve the grand health challenges of the 21st century. The campus facilities are adjacent to the world-class Mayo Clinic and other industry leaders in the life sciences in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. Rochester is the fastest growing city in Minnesota, currently experiencing exponential growth with the Bold Forward Unbound facilities expansion and the University's continued growth. UMR recently received a national designation as an Opportunity University, reflecting the impactful opportunities of our City of care and innovation.

Pay and Benefits :

Pay Range : $100,000 - $118,000 annually, depending on education / qualifications / experience Time Appointment Category : 100% Appointment Position Type : Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.