Description
Under the direct supervision of the President, oversees Finance,
Facilities and Operations, IT, and retail functions of the College
while modeling efforts toward fiscal soundness.
As a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team, this
person contributes a broad institutional perspective and
participates in decision-making which supports the College’s
mission, vision, and goals while promoting an environment that is
passionate about meeting and exceeding student expectations.
Applies data-informed decision making (DIDM) and continuous quality
improvement (CQI) in planning and implementing strategies to
achieve division and department goals. Serves as a change agent for
diversity, equity, inclusion, and multiculturalism as well as
innovation, collaboration, legal compliance, and data
analysis.
In addition, the position will ensure that the goals and objectives
of services/departments they lead are accomplished within
prescribed time parameters, within budget, in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations, and meeting service goals and
customer service standards. Tasks are varied in nature and often
time critical.
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and
most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high quality programs
that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years.
The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year
degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by
preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's
diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work
with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most
diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are
meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to
eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and
employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team
who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more
about MATC at
www.matc.edu
.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: In collaboration with MATC leadership;
leads, develops and implements a strategy and strategic initiatives
to create a proactive culture of inclusiveness, positive student
experiences, and student success that supports MATC’s strategic
plan. Prepares fiscal planning analysis in relationship to external
project factors and institutional program priorities.
Department Management: Responsible for the overall
operations of the following departments:
Business Office, Construction Services, Sustainability, Facilities
and Operations, Public Safety, Student Accounts. Serves in an
advisory role to the MATC Foundation and to Milwaukee Public
Television
Data Analysis and Reporting: Provide and present timely
analysis and information for data driven decision making for
financial processes. Establishes, implements, and maintains ongoing
evaluation to allow for effective measurement through comprehensive
data-driven, research-based short and long-term plans designed to
achieve District, division, and department goals.
Financial Accountability and Operations: Directs district
investment program including the FCC and OPEB Trusts and cash flow
management. Serves as the Trustee for the FCC and OPEB Trusts,
including working with, evaluating and supporting financial
advisors of the trusts. Responsible for short-term and long-term
borrowing and administers arbitrage compliance and debt management.
Directs development of the multi-year facilities maintenance,
remodeling, improvement, sustainability and expansion plan.
Contract Execution and Compliance: Responsible for reviewing
and signing all contracts which have been approved through the
Legal Counsel. Responsible for financial statements and reports of
district operations for MATC Board and local, state, and federal
authorities. Maintains all necessary financial compliance.
Continuous Improvement and Process Management: Ensures
documented policies and procedures exist and provides leadership
and guidance to managers to ensure consistent and institution wide
compliance, establishment of policies, best practices, benchmarking
and measurement of performance. Implements the use of technology to
evaluate institution-wide operations performance and utilizes
appropriate metrics and measurement to drive new and improved
processes and programs. Also, plans and implements communication
strategies to ensure engagement and compliance with MATC policies
and procedures by staff and students.
Committee Involvement: Serves as resource person to the MATC
Foundation, sub-committees of the Board, and as support staff to
the Audit Advisory Committee. Provides leadership and support to
the Budget Committee and other related college committees. Also, is
a member of the Milwaukee County Joint Review Board (JRB) and
attends monthly and annual meetings representing Milwaukee Area
Technical College.
Budgeting & Fiscal Responsibility : Demonstrates
expertise in financial systems and processes. Works with the
leaders of the departments to manage the department budget,
including developing budget proposals, justifying expenses and
monitoring accounts.
Cross-Functional Relationships and Collaborative Teamwork:
Establishes, maintains, and enhances positive work relationships
with MATC staff, faculty, and administrators to further behaviors,
attitudes, and policies that support positive student experiences
and student success while building a welcoming and inclusive
culture at MATC.
Leadership and Supervision: Develops and manages high
performing team highly skilled and motivated staff focused on the
delivery of quality and value-added services and allocates
cross-functional responsibilities and work processes.
Responsibilities include hiring, coaching/mentoring, performance
management, and progressive discipline as needed.
Ethics and Confidentiality: Practices honesty by
demonstrating a consistent and uncompromising adherence to strong
moral and ethical principles, values, truthfulness and accuracy in
all actions. Addresses all student and employee behavior in a
confidential and respectful manner.
Continuous Learning & Professional Development:
Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards related
to inclusiveness, positive student experiences, and student success
in higher education. Actively organizes and/or participates in
applicable workgroups, trainings, workshops, seminars, committees
and professional associations or conferences to promote continuous
learning.
Other Duties: Performs other related duties within the scope
of the position as required for the efficient operation of the
division and to support institutional objectives.
Qualifications
Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation
standards/requirement, as well as all MATC policies and
procedures.
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required; with a CPA
strongly preferred.
- Must have experience overseeing multiple operational
areas.
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience performing the
responsibilities outlined in the job description, including four
(4) years of management or supervisory experience over multiple
departments.
Specialty Skills Expert knowledge and skills in GASB
principles and applications.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and utilize data to
achieve desired outcomes.
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills to
serve organizational goals with ability to inspire trust and
camaraderie in employees, colleagues, and the community
- Proven success in leading without direct authority.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Expert in
giving presentations and explaining complex content in easy to
understand terms that aid in understanding and
decision-making.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic leadership working with
Boards of Directors and external leaders, as well as leading and
collaborating with executive and staff teams across diverse
cultural communities and areas of responsibility.
- Expertise in supervising, coaching, motivating and evaluating
staff and actively supporting their professional development.
Experience with providing continuous feedback and navigating
performance challenges.
- Comprehensive knowledge of strategic planning, data analysis
and budgeting, including demonstrated experience with policy
development and change management. Experience in or of the WTCS
System preferred.
- Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office including
Excel, Word and Outlook and other necessary software
- Ability to work with culturally diverse populations of
students, employees and community stakeholders.
Core Competencies The ideal candidate demonstrates business
insight, decision quality, and resourcefulness. They excel in
planning and aligning tasks, driving results, and managing conflict
effectively. With a strong focus on developing talent and building
effective teams, they also exhibit self-awareness and instill trust
in others. A customer-focused, action-oriented approach, coupled
with valuing differences, self-development, and compassion, defines
their professional attributes.
Supplemental Information
This position reports to the President and is available starting
March 1, 2025.
Hours: This position is full-time, 1.0 FTE/40+ hours per
week. Hours are typically between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday
through Friday.
Interviews This interview process will include three steps.
- Virtual One-Way Video Interview
- Virtual Two-Way Interview w/Interview Committee
- In-Person Interviews to include the following:
- Interview w/President
- College Tour
- Open Forum
Salary Information Salaries are listed up to the midpoint of
the range and placement is determined based on years of experience,
internal salary equity, and a review of the applicant's employment
and educational background as listed on the job application.
Application Materials All applicants (both internal and
external) must complete the job application in its entirety and
attach a resume, transcript, and cover letter for consideration.
Transcripts must be from an accredited institution for all
conferred degrees obtained to be considered. Unofficial transcripts
are acceptable. A verification of education will be conducted if a
candidate is selected for the position. Incomplete applications or
applications without the required attachments will not be
considered.
Submit the following materials electronically in PDF format:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of
five references (references will not be contacted without
permission)
Send all application materials to:
MATCVPAO@academicsearch.org
For further information or to discuss this opportunity, please
contact:
Rich Cummins, Senior Consultant | Email:
rich.cummins@academicsearch.org
Additional Informational Candidates who are located greater
than 100 miles from the downtown Milwaukee campus will be
reimbursed for travel.
EEO/AA
Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any
employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for
admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry,
sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation,
marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age,
membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union
affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected
category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee
Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access
Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified
individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need
special accommodation for the application process, please contact
our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email
jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to
apply.
