12 months

Administrative

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

The Assistant Dean of Business Operations serves as a senior strategic partner to the Dean of the Darla Moore School of Business. Reporting to the dean, the Assistant Dean works closely with other members of the leadership team and is responsible for the administration, fiscal management, budgeting, IT, and human resources management at the college.

MBA, CPA, CGFO (Certified Government Finance Officer), or Master of Accountancy and 8 or more years of experience plus working knowledge of PeopleSoft, USCERA and Banner.

Fluency with all Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of governmental accounting fiscal policies and procedures as they relate to administrative and business practices. Knowledge of USC policies and procedures, state and Federal laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to business activities of the DMSB. Banner and/or USC experience in related areas. Ability to plan, organize and direct complex financial, administrative, and support activities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively. Managerial experience.

Participate in strategic planning and executive decision-making, represent the college on university matters related to administration and operations. Takes a leadership role in partnering with colleagues to advance a shared mission. Contributes with senior leadership to ensure the creation implementation and measuring success of the Strategic Plan. Advises the dean and actively contributes to the long-range planning of the colleges departments and units taking into consideration the institution’s strategic plan and initiatives. Prepares and delivers detailed presentations to the Dean, faculty, staff, and other university constituencies or partners.

Yes

25

Serves as the College’s Chief Financial Officer. Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the budget development short-and long-range planning process. Ensures that the colleges operates in a financially controlled and secure manner for all accounting and financial management in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Interprets financial policies, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of accounting records, and delivery of services to the customers served by all accounting operations. Ensure compliance with university policies, and state and federal laws and regulations. Develop strategies and initiatives that strengthen the college’s financial functions to ensure efficient use of university resources while providing a high level of customer service. Oversees the finance/budget team.

Yes

20

Provides oversight and administration of multiple units to ensure effectiveness. Contributes to or sets long-term goals and strategic planning. Ensures effective financial management of responsibility units. Evaluates productivity and develops efficiencies. Develops organizations strategies to ensure staffing structure and levels of performance. Oversees data analysis for all aspects of the college.

Yes

20

Provides oversight of Human Resources. Works in collaboration with the Senior HR Director in developing organizational strategies to ensure staffing structure and levels are in line with organizational needs and manages all levels of performance. Responsible for the management of all human resources operations for faculty, staff and student workers in the college’s departments, programs, centers, and schools. Oversees human resources and payroll actions relating to faculty and staff. The office also oversees the administration of faculty awards, professorships, and endowed chair payments.

Yes

15

Oversee the analysis of college data, processes, systems, and procedures to determine current state of performance, efficiency, and effectiveness. Makes recommendations for improvements, manages implementation and incorporation of changes, and evaluates outcomes. Utilizes a variety of reporting and data analysis techniques to draw conclusions, monitor, and derive solutions.

Yes

15

Perform other duties as required.

Yes

5

No

Non-Essential

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07/01/2024

06/06/2024

07/21/2024

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