Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0008900

Salary Range: dependent on qualifications and experience

Position Summary/Description:

The Executive Vice Dean-Chief Operating Officer/Chief Financial Officer ( EVD - COO / CFO ) reports directly to the Dean of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. The Executive Vice Dean- COO / CFO works with the Dean, the Executive Vice Dean-Chief Academic Officer ( EVD - CAO ), and the School’s leadership team to lead and manage the administrative and business operations of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. The Executive Vice Dean- COO / CFO is a key member of the leadership team and partners with internal and external stakeholders in both strategic and operational decision making to accomplish the strategic goals of the School. The Executive Vice Dean- COO / CFO oversees the following functions: Human Resources and Engagement; Business and Finance; Facilities; Information and Educational Technology; Admissions and Accreditation; and Student Affairs. The Executive Vice Dean- COO / CFO is also responsible for overseeing the financial sustainability of the School’s centers and cores. The Executive Vice Dean- COO / CFO and the Executive Vice Dean- CAO work closely with the Dean and the School’s leadership in fostering a culture of excellence in alignment with the core values of the School. This position is responsible for representing the Dean in various administrative matters as delegated.

Education and Experience:

Preferred: Ten to fifteen years of related professional experience. The ideal candidate must have significant experience with:

-Planning strategically, prioritizing, and implementing major program initiatives in large and complex organizations, preferably in higher education or healthcare

-Independently planning, developing, and implementing complex strategic goals and program initiatives that require the effective management of resources over short and long time frames

-Leading and managing administrative and business operations

-Developing strong working relationships with direct reports, nurturing development of staff, and effectively managing people and teams

-Effectively communicating and collaborating with a variety of persons, internal and external to the organization

-Working effectively with individuals in collateral, superior and subordinate positions, with a high level of interpersonal skills

In addition, the candidate must have the analytical acumen necessary to interpret financial information and manage data; swiftly develop a knowledge of the school’s mission, processes, organization, and culture; engage in complex relationships with internal and external entities; give high quality, data-driven presentations, and effectively act on the Dean’s behalf.

Essential Skills:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

AA/EEO Statement:

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.