The position involves directing the daily operations of a large or multiple academic, research departments, or organizational units. The role requires collaboration with the department head to manage all facets and phases of financial and administrative management. The individual will be responsible for designing, executing, and ensuring the effectiveness of a system of internal controls. This system is intended to provide reasonable assurance that department operations are effective and efficient, that departmental assets are safeguarded, that financial information is reliable, and that the department complies with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.