VICE CHANCELLOR FOR FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) seeks an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration.

Reporting directly to Chancellor James T. Minor, the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration (VCFA) is a key leadership position responsible for providing strategy and oversight of operations to strengthen the University's financial, administrative, and facilities enterprise.

A premier metropolitan university, SIUE is creating social and economic mobility for individuals while also powering the workforce of the future. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make communities better places to live. SIUE is home to a diverse student body of more than 12,000.

The University has a center in East St. Louis, that includes a charter high school, Head Start, Upward Bound, dental clinic, and a nursing clinic; School of Dental Medicine located in Alton; and the Southwestern Illinois Justice and Workforce Development in Belleville. SIUE competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference (wrestling). SIUEs safety record has yielded a Top 50 Safest College Towns in America designation for the city of Edwardsville. SIUE provides students with a high-quality, affordable education and prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose to shape a changing world.

SIUE received the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine for the eleventh year in a row. SIUE is one of 62 university campuses in the world and the only public institution in Illinois to be part of the Sustained Dialogue Campus Network (SDCN), which helps University faculty, staff and students address issues of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability status and other topics that often are not effectively discussed in diverse groups. The non-profit group Campus Pride ranked SIUE in the top 100 among the 2021 Most Affordable LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges and Universities. SIUEs LGBTQ-Friendly Campus Climate Index and Sexual Orientation scores are 4.5 out of 5 stars. SIUE's Gender Identity/Expression score is 4 out of 5 stars. SIUE is also nationally recognized as a 2022- 23 Military Friendly School and among the Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges.

The Role of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration

The Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration is a key leadership position responsible for positioning the University to achieve key institutional goals to ensure the University's growth and sustainable financial health. The VCFA will create and support the University's financial vision and strategy while ensuring fiscal responsibility. The VCFA offers candid and real-time counsel to the Chancellor and other campus leaders to continually improve the Universitys administrative systems through transparency, data-informed decision-making, creative solutions, and innovative approaches to improving processes and leading change. The VCFA works collaboratively with various stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners, to align the University's financial and administrative functions with its strategic goals.

The next VCFA will provide an innovative, forward-thinking vision that leverages the commitment of talented staff to position SIUE as a best in class institution for financial and administrative processes. In support of the vision and mission of the University, the VCFA serves as the Universitys CFO and has oversight of the major administrative units including Human Resources (Labor, Employment, Benefits, Payroll); Financial Affairs (University Budget and Budget Analytics, Accounting, Bursar, Accounts Payable, Procurement); Administrative Services (Leases, Parking, Mailing Services, Records Management); Facilities Management (Plant Operations, Transportation, Construction, Renovations, Environmental Planning, and Capital Planning); and Public Safety (Police and National Incident Management System).

The selected candidate will also provide financial and corporate oversight of University Park, a 330-acre technology park located on the campus of SIUE.

At a moment of tremendous opportunity, the VCFA will provide creative thought partnership to the Chancellor on all matters related to fiscal and administrative affairs, including transparent communication associated with major decisions and important division matters. This position requires a talented and visionary individual who will work to develop innovative strategies in collaboration with academic units and key constituents to successfully meet this moment in higher education.

Opportunities and Expectations for Leadership include:

• Strategic Planning
• Collaboration and External Relations
• Leadership for Administrative Services
• Leadership for Facilities Management
• Leadership for Human Resources
• Leadership for Financial Affairs
• Leadership for Information Technology Services
• Leadership for Public Safety
• Advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and anti-racism

Professional Qualifications and Qualities

Educational Background: Masters degree from an accredited institution is required; completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree is valued.

Professional Experience: 7 years of relevant leadership experience in higher education. 10 or more years of experience is valued. The strongest candidates will also have demonstrated success in carrying out the responsibilities of a higher education administrator including personnel supervision, fiscal management, and external relations.

Administrative and Financial Management Expertise: extensive experience and a track record of developing and implementing strategic, data-driven administrative and financial strategies. Evidence of having developed strategic initiatives to optimize risk and financial management, budgeting, reporting, financial modeling, procurement, and the creation and execution of budgets. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of institutions and operational models, structures, policies, and procedures. Ability to explain highly technical concepts to non- technical audiences with clarity. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Banner, Oracle) is preferred but not mandatory.

Innovative thinking: evidence of entrepreneurial thinking that leads to new strategies and a strong vision; ability to strategically plan and serve as a catalyst for organizational change, cultivate a shared vision with others, and motivate others to transfer vision into action.

Leadership aptitude: ability to shape a culture based upon the pillars of the institutional strategic plan with student success at the core. Evidence of effective staff management, including hiring, mentoring, and retaining excellent talent. Commitment to the professional development of staff. Supervision experience in a union-represented environment is valued.

Collaborative Approach: demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with key partners, including but not limited to faculty, staff, senior administrators, students, alumni, K-12 partners, community college partners, civic leaders, corporations, and foundations. Evidence of significant partnership with campus constituencies to develop innovative enrollment and marketing strategies, that are appropriately adaptive for distinctive programs, schools/programs, and students.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

SIUE awards degrees in 45 undergraduate, 64 graduate, and four doctoral programs encompassing the arts and sciences, nursing, education, business, and engineering. Doctoral programs are available in the School of Education (Ed.D.) and in the School of Nursing (D.N.P.), featuring a concurrent M.B.A./D.N.P. in partnership with the School of Business. The School of Engineering and College of Arts and Sciences feature cooperative doctoral programs (Ph.D.). The School of Dental Medicine awards a professional degree in dental medicine (D.M.D.), and the School of Pharmacy awards a professional degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D.). Additionally, the School of Pharmacy features a cooperative doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) and concurrent programs in healthcare informatics and business administration.

The largest campus in the SIU System, SIUE includes campuses in Alton, Belleville, and East St. Louis that extend the Universitys reach and broaden its academic and service-oriented mission.

The Alton campus is home to the School of Dental Medicine, located on 26 acres in Upper Alton. The location of the School provides dental students with a unique combination of a small-town environment with easy access to a major metropolitan area. The School offers a nationally recognized dental education to nearly 200 students or approximately 50 students in each class year. Its International Advanced Placement Program enables qualified dentists who have graduated from an international dental school to pursue a doctor of dental medicine degree at the institution.

The Southwestern Illinois Justice and Workforce Development Campus in Belleville hosts a Masters in Forensic Science program in partnership with the Illinois State Police, the Center for Crime Science and Violence Prevention, the Institute for Community Justice and Racial Equity, and workforce development and alternative credential opportunities through the Office of Online Services and Educational Outreach.

With a focus on empowering people and strengthening communities, the SIUE East St. Louis Center provides comprehensive programs, services, and training in the areas of education, health, social services, and the arts. Also located on the campus is the SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School, a school of choice for families in East St. Louis School District 189. Its mission is to prepare students to be career- and college-ready upon graduation.

About Edwardsville/Glen Carbon

The Edwardsville/Glen Carbon community is safe and welcoming with a small-town feel and easy access to the St. Louis metro area. Edwardsville and Glen Carbon are thriving centers of population growth and economic development. The community provides easy access to arts and entertainment opportunities presented in St. Louis and on the SIUE campus. Area residents also enjoy world-class dining and shopping, as well as an abundance of bike trails, parks and healthy living opportunities. Edwardsville/Glen Carbon, located within Madison County, provides access to more than 100 miles of trails and bikeways in the MCT Trails system.

The City of Edwardsville is ranked among the nations top 15 safest college towns by Research.com in its 2023 Safest College Towns list. Ranked 13th nationally, Edwardsville was number three in Illinois and ranked ahead of all Missouri college towns. Edwardsville and Glen Carbon, as well as surrounding communities, benefit from strong public school systems. Area school districts provide safe and supportive learning environments where students can grow through academic and extra-curricular opportunities.

About the Greater St. Louis Region

Just 25 miles from the SIUE campus, Greater St. Louis offers all of the amenities of a major metropolitan city. With more than 2.8 million residents, St. Louis is the 20th-largest metropolitan area in the country. St. Louis is a biotech and business hub and is home to nationally known Fortune 500 companies. St. Louis Lambert International Airport provides convenient travel to anywhere in the world.

The St. Louis region offers easy access to a variety of attractions and activities. SIUE employees enjoy entertainment and cultural offerings including the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and live, outdoor performances at The Muny in Forest Park. St. Louis is also home to popular professional sports teams: St. Louis Cardinals, Major League Baseball St. Louis Blues, National Hockey League St. Louis City SC, Major League Soccer

Applications and Referrals

The Search Committee invites letters of interest and nominations to be submitted directly to the search firm, Anthem Executive. Correspondence should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience and interest in the position. Submit materials to Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, JR Wheless, or Florene Stawowy at:

SIUEVCFA@anthemexecutive.com

While applications and nominations may be accepted until the position is filled, interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to assure consideration. Anthem and the University reserve the right to end or extend the application process at any time. Expressing interest is the first step in receiving consideration and does not make one an applicant for the position.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veterans status.