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Chief Financial Officer
Lycoming College is conducting a search for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for this exciting leadership opportunity. Reporting to the President, the CFO oversees several areas within the College, including the business office (Bursar / Controller), human resources, the campus store, mail services, food services and operation of the physical plant.
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and has been recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and supporting students in gaining the skills needed to succeed in today’s world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College’s strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education.
Ranked as a top 100 national liberal arts college, Lycoming offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, representing 31 states, territories and 16 countries. International and domestic students of color comprise 37% of the student body with 53% women and 47% men.
The College proudly celebrates and values the principles of inclusive excellence. In its 2021 Strategic Plan, Lycoming College committed to recruiting more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups. The College recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body benefits all students and community members and advances our mission of preparing its graduates to become ethical, informed and engaged individuals.
A complete Leadership Profile with additional information about the College and the responsibilities of the position may be found here .
Additional information about Lycoming College may be found here .
Nominations and Applications
To ensure full consideration by the Search Committee, applicants should apply by April 7, 2025 . The search will continue until a new CFO is appointed.
Candidates are requested to submit the following :
- A detailed letter of interest that addresses specifically how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications intersect Lycoming College’s qualifications and listed strategic priorities outlined in this profile;
- A curriculum vitae; and
- Five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers, including their relationship to the candidate. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the candidate.
All application materials should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal system at : Lycoming College - VPFA and CFO / Treasurer .
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to :
LycomingVPFA-CFO@agbsearch.com .
Nominations and confidential inquiries should be directed to :
Fred Moore, J.D. / MBA
Senior Executive Search Consultant, AGB Search
fred.moore@agbsearch.com / (712) 299-2544
Lycoming College Proudly Celebrates and Values Inclusive Excellence. We are committed to fostering an inclusive campus community supporting all faculty, staff, and students. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse identities and all who are interested in supporting and contributing to our mission and strategic plan. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.
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