Deputy Superintendent for Finance and Support

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Lexington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Superintendent for Finance and Support serves as the chief financial and administrative officer for the Virginia Military Institute. This role is responsible for financial accounting and reporting, budget preparation and administration, physical plant operations and maintenance, capital outlay project planning and direction, procurement, museum system, infirmary, cadet counseling, auxiliary services, and government relations. The Deputy Superintendent has delegated authority, with Board of Visitors approval, to enter into contracts and conduct Institute business, adhering to Institute policy and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations.

Requirements

A demonstrated passion for, commitment to, and understanding of the mission, vision, values, traditions, and distinctive educational model of the Virginia Military Institute.
A record of progressively responsible executive leadership in higher education, military organizations, government, nonprofit institutions, or other complex organizations with significant financial and operational responsibilities.
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
At least ten years of senior leadership experience overseeing institutional finance, budgeting, operations, administrative services, or related functions within a complex organization.
Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, budget development and execution, accounting, audit and internal controls, treasury management, debt financing, capital planning, and long-range financial sustainability.
Experience providing executive-level oversight of operational and support functions, including facilities and capital projects, procurement, auxiliary enterprises, risk management, and other administrative services.
A proven ability to lead organizational change, improve business processes, implement enterprise systems, and build high-performing teams that foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of higher education finance, governance, accreditation, state and federal regulations, compliance requirements, and performance-based funding models, particularly within public institutions.
Experience working effectively with governing boards, senior executives, government officials, donors, alumni, faculty, staff, and other key stakeholders.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex financial and operational matters into clear, actionable information for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated strategic thinking, sound judgment, humility, integrity, and commitment to servant leadership, stewardship, and institutional excellence.
Superior business management skills along with a strong financial acumen.
Experience working with a governing board or experience as a member of a governing board.
Genuine desire to be engaged in Post activities and participate in the activities of the greater VMI community, the city of Lexington, and Rockbridge County, as well as the state and surrounding region.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in business administration, finance, accounting, public administration, higher education administration, or a related discipline.
Professional credentials such as CPA, CFA, or equivalent certifications.
Experience working with athletic departments and/or the NCAA and/or personal experience as an intercollegiate athlete.

Responsibilities

Serve as the chief financial and administrative officer of the Institute.
Oversee financial accounting and reporting.
Manage the preparation and administration of the budget.
Direct the operation and maintenance of the physical plant.
Plan and direct capital outlay projects.
Oversee procurement.
Manage the museum system, infirmary, cadet counseling, and auxiliary services.
Handle government relations.
Enter into contracts and conduct Institute business with Board of Visitors approval.
Provide leadership to the Institute’s operating budget of approximately $125 million.
Partner closely with the VMI Alumni Agencies.
Meet with members of the Board of Visitors, Alumni Agencies Boards, and other groups to discuss financial and administrative issues.
Direct the review of programs for financial and administrative services and develop improvements.
Review departmental staffing and determine needs for employees.
Review and determine the priority for department personnel and non-personnel budget requests.
Oversee the administration of each office, including planning, reviewing, evaluating, and re-designing functions and activities.
Oversee capital outlay project planning and management, providing regular reports on project status.
Serve as Chairman of the Violence Prevention Committee, Threat Assessment Team, Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards Oversight Committee, and Institute Alcohol and Other Drugs Committee.
Oversee the Development of the Post Facilities Master Plan, including capital and non-capital improvement plans (CIP).
Oversee the Development and maintenance of the VMI Six Year Plan.
Maintain close coordination with key leaders at the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), Council of State Supported Business Officers (CSSBO), and the Virginia Higher Education Purchasing Cooperative (VHEPC).