College Business Officer
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S05846P

Position Title:

College Business Officer

UTSystem Title:

College Business Officer

Department:

Academic Resource Planning

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Executive/Administration

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• The position requires some evening and weekend availability.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
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University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

Provides high-level financial, administrative, and strategic planning support to the Dean to help the college meet key performance metrics. Analyzes complex data sets and helps the dean to understand the data and make data-informed decisions that align with the college's strategic plan. Provides oversight of financial planning, resource allocation, business operations, and budget forecasting for the college and departments. Work with the Academic Resource Planning team to develop advanced business and financial models, data analyses, and process improvements in support of college goals and growth. Provides leadership to the college and department staff related to the college business functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with complex data sets, analytics tools, and visualization software to analyze data and help the Dean to understand the data and make data-informed decisions that align with the college's strategic plan and key performance metrics. This includes leading the college to understand the revenue and cost margins of each academic department, degree program, course, and activity, and identifying opportunities for strategic optimization of resources.
• Works closely with the Dean and provides oversight to the departments on financial planning, resource allocation, grants and contracts, business operations, enrollment management, endowments and gifts, scholarships, waivers, GTA/GRA appointments, salary, and benefit allocations, compliance reporting, ranking surveys, budget forecasting, and data needs.
• Develops advanced business and financial models for enrollment and revenue projections, evaluates academic programs and new revenue-generating opportunities, models research productivity, workforce planning, faculty hiring, infrastructure assessments, and space needs, and strategically plans for rapidly evolving opportunities and challenges for the departments and college.
• Understands the financial condition of the college and its departments, as well as the university, and formulates financially sustainable strategies and contingencies for the college.
• Continuously assesses and monitors financial performance and forecasts budget to actuals.
• Represent the college in business and financial meetings and on UTA committees.
• Serve as a liaison between the college and the AVP- Academic Resource Planning office and the CFO.
• Work with the Dean, Chairs, AVP, and ARP team to strengthen and improve business processes in the colleges and academic units.
• Communicate and provide training and guidance to the department chairs and business and administrative staff to ensure they understand the finances of the department and use consistent and effective business practices within the college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in higher education or the equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in business related field.
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and experience in the business operations in higher education.
• Knowledge and experience in forecasting and business modeling in the academic environment.
• Experience analyzing complex data sets and creating graphs and visual formats that allow Deans and administrators to quickly understand the analysis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external units effectively.
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, and individuals.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within very diverse teams.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel skills and experience with financial planning tools.
• A high level of integrity in the use of confidential information.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skill, as well as attention to details.
• Strategic planning experience.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with databases.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple and competing priorities.

Other Requirements :

Working Conditions:

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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