What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance and Operations position at Episcopal Divinity School?
EDS ANNOUNCES SEARCH FOR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS
Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) seeks a strategic and mission-driven Director of Finance and Operations to help advance our commitment to justice-focused theological formation. This leadership position will partner with the President and Executive Director to ensure EDS's long-term sustainability and operational excellence while upholding our core values of social justice, inclusivity, and innovation. The position is remote, with occasional travel.
Strategic Priorities & Responsibilities
The Director of Finance and Operations will advance EDS's mission through strategic leadership in the following areas :
- Drive institutional sustainability through strategic financial planning, working closely with the President, Executive Director, and Board to ensure resources align with EDS's commitment to justice-focused theological education
- Provide transformational leadership in operational systems and processes, creating an infrastructure that supports streamlined collaboration and innovative theological formation
- Foster an inclusive organizational culture through equitable HR practices and policies that reflect EDS's commitment to uplifting marginalized voices
- Serve as primary liaison with the Church Pension Group and other benefits providers, ensuring effective benefits administration and compliance with Episcopal Church requirements
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, working with the President, Executive Director, and Board to evaluate and manage relationships with service providers including external auditors
- Work closely with the Board on strategic resource allocation, providing data analysis and recommendations to support decisions that balance mission advancement with long-term financial health
- Lead change management initiatives that strengthen EDS's capacity to serve an evolving church and world
- Create transparent systems for financial reporting and operational accountability that demonstrate ethical stewardship
- Design and implement operational processes that support EDS's hybrid / virtual learning environment
- Ensure institutional resources are deployed effectively to support justice-centered theological education
Culture & Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate :
Leadership Experience & Qualifications
The ideal candidate will bring :
Institutional Context
Episcopal Divinity School stands at the forefront of theological education, committed to preparing leaders who can address complex world challenges through a justice-centered lens. The Director of Finance and Operations ensures organizational effectiveness through :
Selection Process
We encourage candidates to apply who have many, but not necessarily all, of the qualifications listed. We recognize that talent comes through various experiences, and we're committed to considering candidates whose skills and experiences may come through non-traditional paths. If you believe you would be effective in this role and are aligned with EDS's mission, we welcome your application.
Initial Application Due 02 / 14 / 25
Selected candidates will be invited to :
Applications and inquiries may be directed to careers@eds.edu. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Episcopal Divinity School embraces diversity as central to our mission of justice-focused theological formation. We actively seek candidates whose leadership will contribute to our commitment to equity and inclusion.