Vice President for Finance and Operations

Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President for Finance and Operations (VPFO) is the Chief Financial Officer for the college and is a member of the President's executive leadership team. The Vice President provides leadership for, and is responsible for, the development and administration of the day-to-day operating budget, biennium and annual budgets planning; fiscal analysis; financial reporting; short/long-range forecasting; contracts budget administration; purchasing and audit reviews; and assisting the President in capital planning budget advocacy and development. Working in collaboration with Academic Affairs, Student Services and Facilities to promote and fulfill Great Basin College Mission, the VPFO has oversight of the computer services department and GBC facilities department. The VPFO works closely and in partnership with NSHE system office executives and staff on annual budgeting/planning and legislative budget advocacy for Great Basin College.

Position Responsibilities

Provides vision, leadership, planning, coordination, and hands-on support to the following areas:

• Budget and Planning Office - plans, develops, manages and provides reporting of the college's budgetary and financial resources and contracts.
• Accounting Services - oversees the student account services; records, reports and reconciles accounts and activities in preparation of the college's financial statements; and maintains appropriate internal control procedures for financial activities.
• Represent the college as the designated Chief Business Officer and work collaboratively while advocating for GBC's particular interests.
• Provide strategic leadership for the Computer Services department, ensuring that the college's technology infrastructure supports academic and administrative needs while ensuring cost effective uses of resources while maintaining high standards of IT service delivery.
• Oversee the development and implementation of computer services policies, procedures, and security protocols to protect the college's digital assets and ensure data privacy.
• Guide the planning and execution of technology initiatives, including the adoption of new software, hardware, and digital tools that enhance the learning environment and operational efficiency.
• Provide strategic leadership for the Facilities department, overseeing all college buildings, grounds, and infrastructure while implementing policies and procedures to ensure effective space utilization, emergency preparedness, and routine maintenance, ensuring the college's physical environment is safe, accessible, and conducive to learning, with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.
• Oversee the planning and execution of capital projects, including new construction, renovations, and major repairs, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to assess and plan for future facility's needs, aligning with the college's strategic growth and programmatic expansion.
• Serve as a liaison with UNR Northern Command and the Security Department.