BA

8 yrs

None.

Sitting for extended periods of time, walking across campus, climbing stairs, able to lift, push, or pull objects up to 25 pounds

Monday Friday; 8:00 AM 5:00 PM; occasional evenings/weekends during peak periods

University of Kentucky Auxiliary and Transportation Services is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Director of Finance and Administration to lead financial, administrative and business operations as the department's Senior Business Officer.

Reporting to the Executive Director for Auxiliary Services Finance and Administration, the Director will lead a centralized business office, overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, business operations, HR and payroll administration, policy development and contract compliance. This position plays a key role in supporting decision making and long-term planning through clear communication of financial insights and policy development and collaborates closely with division leadership to optimize the allocation of financial, human and physical resources in support of operational efficiency and strategic goals.

IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.

Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills. Proven experience in budget development and management, and financial forecasting and reporting.

Master's degree (MBA, MPA, or related field), experience working in a complex academic environment with diverse funding sources, familiarity with higher education operations and university policies.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.