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University of Vermont
Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration
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Burlington, Vermont
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Full-Time
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$135K - $145K
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Finance
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August 27th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Vermont is hiring an Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration. This role manages complex administrative functions and business operations for the College of Education and Social Services, including financial management, budget planning, human resources, technology, and space planning to support strategic initiatives. The Assistant Dean leads a professional staff team and serves on the College's leadership team, reporting directly to the Dean.
Highlights
- Oversee financial, budget, HR, technology, space planning, and business management activities within the College of Education and Social Services.
- Act as the chief financial and human resource manager for the College.
- Manage a team including staff handling finance, HR, operations, and the Title IV-E/Child Welfare Training Partnership.
- Lead efforts aligned with the College's Strategic Alignment Plan and the university's strategic goals.
- Requires a master’s degree in business, financial management, or related field with 8+ years experience in financial management and related areas.
- Must have skills in analytical thinking, organization, communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Desirable qualifications include consultative leadership experience, higher education administration, and supervision of multiple professionals.
- Annual salary range between $135,000 and $145,000.
- Reports directly to the Dean and is a member of the College’s leadership team.
- Position status is exempt, full-time with a 37.5-hour workweek and may require a probationary period and background check.
Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration Full Description
Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration
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Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration
Posting Summary | The Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration is responsible for all complex administrative functions and business operations within the College of Education and Social Services (CESS). The Assistant Dean acts as the chief financial manager and the chief human resource manager for the College, accountable for directing and managing financial, budget planning, administrative, human resources, technology, space planning, and business management activities to support the College’s Strategic Alignment Plan (SAP), UVM’s Green, Gold, and Bold strategic plan, and values of Our Common Ground. The Assistant Dean is accountable for a team of professional staff managing finance, HR, and operational functions including the Title IVE/Child Welfare Training Partnership Director. The Assistant Dean is a member of the CESS Dean’s Leadership team and reports directly to the Dean.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Master’s degree in business, financial management, or related field and at least 8 years of experience in financial management, working with large complex budgets, long-range strategic planning, human resources management, business operations, and grants management. Effective analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Desirable Qualifications | Demonstrated ability to provide consultative leadership Experience in financial decision making that impacts the institution’s mission Supervision of multiple professional positions Higher education administration experience
Anticipated Pay Range | 135,000-145,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | No
Posting Summary | The Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration is responsible for all complex administrative functions and business operations within the College of Education and Social Services (CESS). The Assistant Dean acts as the chief financial manager and the chief human resource manager for the College, accountable for directing and managing financial, budget planning, administrative, human resources, technology, space planning, and business management activities to support the College’s Strategic Alignment Plan (SAP), UVM’s Green, Gold, and Bold strategic plan, and values of Our Common Ground. The Assistant Dean is accountable for a team of professional staff managing finance, HR, and operational functions including the Title IVE/Child Welfare Training Partnership Director. The Assistant Dean is a member of the CESS Dean’s Leadership team and reports directly to the Dean.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Master’s degree in business, financial management, or related field and at least 8 years of experience in financial management, working with large complex budgets, long-range strategic planning, human resources management, business operations, and grants management. Effective analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Desirable Qualifications | Demonstrated ability to provide consultative leadership Experience in financial decision making that impacts the institution’s mission Supervision of multiple professional positions Higher education administration experience
Anticipated Pay Range | 135,000-145,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | No
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date | 08/26/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
Job Open Date | 08/26/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
Our Common Ground Statement
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title | Business Operations MG4 X
Posting Number | S6273PO
Department | CESS Dean's Office/53000
Position Number | 007521
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Posting Number | S6273PO
Department | CESS Dean's Office/53000
Position Number | 007521
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document (1)
- Other Document (2)
Optional Documents
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