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Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks nominations and applications for the position of Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA).  As the University’s chief financial officer, this is an outstanding opportunity to serve a highly regarded independent institution with strong finances and to partner with a dynamic president in a vibrant university city recognized for affordability and quality-of-life.

Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, the University is part of a vibrant and welcoming city known for its friendly community, affordable living, and thriving cultural scene. Lincoln boasts a dynamic economy, safe neighborhoods, and a reputation as one of the happiest and healthiest cities in the United States. With the cost of living below the national average and highly ranked public schools, Lincoln is an ideal place to work and call home. Nebraska Wesleyan University is a thriving, comprehensive, liberal arts-based institution with approximately 1,600 traditional and graduate students. Its academic programs are rooted in an enduring commitment to excellence; a belief in the power of personal attention; and a strong tradition of shared governance. Chartered by Methodists in 1887, Nebraska Wesleyan has an ongoing, beneficial relationship today with the United Methodist Church.

The VPFA is a key member of the president’s leadership team, the Administrative Council, with a broad portfolio of responsibilities that impact the entire institution, including finances and budget, facilities, campus security, human resources and information technology.  As a key member of the President’s senior leadership team, the VPFA plays a vital role in advancing Nebraska Wesleyan’s mission to provide a transformative, personalized education that prepares students for lives of learning, service, leadership and success. The VPFA collaborates closely with the President, the Administrative Council and the Board of Governors in annual budgeting and long-term financial planning.  This position is instrumental in executing the University’s multi-year strategic plan, particularly with strategic financial investments in campus facilities, academic programs, personnel, and student experiences. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and creative professional to help shape the future of Nebraska Wesleyan University.

The VPFA oversees and supervises the administrative division –including financial management and reporting, human resources, computer services, physical plant, grounds, and security functions, as well as certain administrative services. The VPFA coordinates the budget development process and monitors compliance with all university budgets. Additional responsibilities are the university’s risk insurance coverage, campus security system and all renovation and building projects.  As a member of the President’s Administrative Council, the VPFA assists the President in overall management of the University’s physical, financial and human resources.

More can be learned about this opportunity at the profile linked above.

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS

Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted in confidence to NWUVPFA@academicsearch.org  Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting: Dr. Stuart Dorsey, Senior Consultant, Stuart.Dorsey@academicsearch.org.

All applications should consist of:

• A current CV/resume.
• A cover letter.
  • The cover letter should be responsive to the mission and vision of Nebraska Wesleyan University as well as the information in this profile.
  • Applicants should address how one or more of NWU’s Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and/or how they would contribute to them at NWU.
• A list of five professional references.
  • That includes contact information and a brief description explaining the working relationship of each to the applicant.
  • References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate.

Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the successful candidate has been selected.  Academic Search Inc. is supporting Nebraska Wesleyan in this search.  Interested applicants should contact NWUVPFA@academicsearch.org for more information about the application timeline.

Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.