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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for an Assistant Director of Finance and Budget (ADFB) with University Police Services, Southern Command [R0144724]

ROLE of the POSITION

Under the general direction of the Director of University Police Southern Command (Director), the Assistant Director of Finance and Budget (ADFB) serves as an integral member of UPD by supporting financial and budgetary initiatives for all units and senior leadership. The ADFB is responsible for overseeing a range of financial and accounting activities and budget and payroll services in support of the department.

The ADFB is responsible for overseeing strategic planning for the department and managing financial, budgetary, records, and operational matters. The position serves as the principal budget and finance officer for the department and has direct oversight of all business and financial operations. This position develops and evaluates annual and long-term strategic plans for the department, coordinates the financial aspects of organizational changes, and assists the Director with special projects as directed.

The ADFB will provide support, guidance, and direction relating to proper business practices. This position will ensure all business processes are compliant with established NSHE, BOR, NRS, NAC, and University policies, procedures, and best practice: maintain the integrity of program accounts and use of funds with the goal of maximizing availability of funds for priorities established by the department while meeting reporting and financial information requirements of the institutions. The incumbent is responsible for day-to-day operations including general accounting and general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and account management. 

This position is responsible for the creation of annual, quarterly, and other required reports and the performance of periodic analysis of various UPD programs. Based on these analyses s/he presents recommendations to the Director and the leadership team regarding budgetary structure, cost savings, or other financial efficiencies. The position will oversee divisional activity related to processing financial transactions and will lead the division’s effort in a timely and accurate fiscal year closing and opening. The position will create and present ad hoc reports and will be a resource and subject matter expert in the University’s ERP, Workday.

This position will assist the department with financial and budgetary business processes in Workday. The incumbent supervises the Payroll and Travel (AAIII) position and is the primary point person regarding processing and reconciling all budget and finance issues. The ADFB will assist leadership with creating internal policies, procedures, audits, financial forecasting models, support the budget cycle, training, and in other special projects as needed. This position may serve as the representative in budget, personnel and strategic planning meetings. Additionally, this position provides guidance directly to the Director. This position has direct responsibility, with minimal supervision, for all aspects of the department budget and purchasing activities.

This position utilizes Workday to monitor account budgets, balances, and transactions, reconcile accounts, and provides periodic budget vs. actual reports for all of UPD’s University of Nevada, Las Vegas and College of Southern Nevada accounts. This position collaborates with both institutions purchasing and accounting departments to ensure submission, finalization, and execution of purchase orders across the entire Southern Command.

This position has direct oversight of payroll activities, department travel and training activities, as well as serves as the backup for Executive Assistant.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT

The department is a full-service police department comprised of patrol operations, administration, police dispatch and a detective division. Services include a canine program, walking and bicycle patrols, a pro-active, selective traffic enforcement program, and takes a leadership role in preparing the University to respond to large-scale crises and events. The department consists of full-time sworn officers, sworn part-time, non-sworn part-time, student cadets, and full & part-time civilian support staff. The patrol area for Police Services encompasses all Nevada System of Higher Education facilities in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. For more information, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/police.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and must possess a minimum of seven to nine years of experience in finance, budget, accounting or a related field with demonstrated increasing responsibility in a professional service setting, and one to three years of administrative supervisory experience or related/comparable professional and or an educational equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters Degree

• 10+ years of experience

• Experience working in higher education and/or law enforcement settings is desirable.

• Experience with Workday.

• Preferred certifications in business, finance, accounting, business management or other related fields.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

Competitive total rewards package including:

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin immediately.

Materials should be addressed to the UPD Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact Kelly Scherado, Sr. HR Business Partner, UPD Human Resources at (702) 895-5575 or [email protected].

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, <“R0144724”> in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

 TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected]; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.  

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.