Position Profile

 

The Board of Trustees of the Coast Community College District invites applications and nominations for the position of
Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administrative Services

The Position
Reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administrative Services has the leadership responsibilities and oversight for District-wide financial planning and management, business operations, risk services, safety, facility planning and management, transportation, energy management, and other administrative support services. 
The Vice Chancellor provides fiscal leadership for our three-college District in a dynamic, diverse, and changing community. 

Major responsibilities for this position include:

  • Provide leadership in strategic planning of fiscal accountability, solvency, and sound business practices regarding the District-wide finance oversight and management.
  • Provide strong leadership for District financial stability and strength.
  • Collaborate as an executive team member.
  • Formulate effective business practices and processes to ensure fiscal efficiency while maintaining quality service.
  • Develop and recommend policies to the Chancellor and Board of Trustees in the fiscal and administrative areas.
  • Provide for the fiscal integrity of the District, including oversight of investments and proper expenditures of all District funds.
  • Prepare and present regular and accurate financial reports for the Chancellor, Board of Trustees, and the State Chancellor’s Office.
  • Plan and prepare the District’s annual budget in accordance with statutory guidelines.
  • Ensure efficient, effective and proper accounting functions for the entire District.
  • Be proactive in pursuing local, state and federal funding to support all District-wide operations.
  • Provide leadership in District-wide sustainability efforts in facilities and energy efficiency, conservation, and management.
  • Provide oversight for all District-wide facility planning, construction, maintenance, and security.
  • Provide oversight in District-wide real estate management and development activities. 
  • Responsible for purchasing and bid processing, payroll, risk services, warehousing, vending, student receipts, auxiliary operations, transportation, and emergency preparedness management. 
  • Prepare for annual external and regular internal audits.
  • Provide leadership in negotiation, administration and oversight of District contracts and agreements with external vendors and agencies.
  • Represent the District in meetings with local, state, national and international organizations as directed by the Chancellor.
  • Effectively represent the Chancellor and the District.
  • Perform related duties as assigned by the Chancellor.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A Master’s degree from an accredited institution and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment;
  • Or a combination of education and experience that is at least equivalent to the above. (Candidates making application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Equivalency Determination Form in addition to all other required materials.)
  • Be sensitive to and understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disabled, and ethnic backgrounds of community college employees and students.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Five years of financial administrative experience in an educational institution.
  • Experience supervising and managing multiple departments within an organization.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the mission of community college programs and services.
  • Knowledge of California community college financial accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal laws related to education generally, and community colleges specifically.
  • Experience working with local and/or state legislative bodies and governmental agencies.
  • Experience working effectively with students, staff, faculty, employee organization groups, a Governing Board, and community stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to participatory governance and collaborative decision making.
  • Proven experience in fiscal management and long-range planning.
  • Evidence of strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to make effective public presentations.

 

COMPENSATION
This is a contract educational administrator position that offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including participation in the California State Teachers Retirement System.

For confidential inquiries, nominations or information contact:
Ralph Andersen & Associates
Executive Search Consultants
www.ralphandersen.com
(916) 630-4900

Stan Arterberry
Project Director

District Search Liaison
Shannon O’Connor
Manager, Recruitment & Staff Analysis
Coast Community College District
(714) 438-4713
shannon@cccd.edu

The Coast Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.