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The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), the state’s historically black, 1890 land-grant institution, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for Vice President for Finance and Fiscal Planning and Chief Financial Officer (VPFFP-CFO).

University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a Top Public HBCU. Founded in 1886 and one of only 19 prestigious 1890 Land Grant universities, UMES has spent 140 years committed to the power of diversity and inclusion, investing in people of all backgrounds to foster intellectual and social growth. UMES is located on 1,100 acres in the historic town of Princess Anne on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, only three hours from the abundant cultural and recreational amenities of Annapolis, Washington, Baltimore, and Philadelphia.

The Vice President for Finance and Fiscal Planning at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is the University’s chief financial officer, providing strategic leadership for financial stewardship, fiscal planning, resource allocation, information technology, procurement, internal audit, financial operations, risk management, and the long-term financial sustainability of the institution. This is a cabinet-level position reporting to President Heidi Anderson.

The University seeks a VPFFP-CFO who will:

• Serve as principal advisor to the President on financial strategy, fiscal policy, and long-term sustainability, and lead a comprehensive multi-year financial planning process aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
• Lead development of the annual operating and capital budgets and build resource allocation models that align investments with institutional priorities and student success.
• Ensure the integrity of financial reporting and internal controls, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and University System of Maryland requirements.
• Provide executive leadership for information technology, including Workday optimization, technology governance, and a comprehensive cybersecurity program.
• Oversee internal audit, procurement, and strategic sourcing while promoting a culture of accountability and responsible stewardship.
• Identify opportunities to diversify revenue, optimize costs, and strengthen operating margins, reserves, and overall financial health.
• Build collaborative partnerships across campus and represent UMES with the University System of Maryland, Board of Regents, state agencies, and other external stakeholders.

Additional information, including required qualifications, can be found in the full search prospectus linked above. Academic Search is assisting UMES in this search. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in strict confidence. Nominations should include the nominee’s full name, position, institution/organization, and email address, and sent to UMESCFO@academicsearch.org.

A complete application includes:

1. A cover letter which clearly summarizes how the applicant addresses each of the listed required qualifications, preferred qualifications (as applicable), and leadership agenda/characteristics,
2. A current resume/CV that includes responsibilities and accomplishments, and the
3. Names and contact information for five references with a note indicating the relationship to the applicant. (References will not be contacted without permission.)

For full consideration, application materials must be submitted by November 9, 2026, via the following link: https://www.academicsearch.org/UMESCFOApply.