Director of Financial and Personnel Operations

Florida Atlantic University • Boca Raton, FL

5d • $110,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of Financial and Personnel Operations for the College of Nursing in Boca Raton, Florida. The Director serves as the primary point of contact for the College’s financial, budgetary, human resources, and day-to-day operations. The role manages financial accounting operations, including the annual operating budget, regular budget reports, state, federal grant and foundation funding, purchasing, and fiscal management of College business matters.

The Director serves as the College of Nursing’s liaison with the Provost’s office on financial, budgetary, and HR matters, and works with the Dean and other College and University stakeholders to develop, implement, administer, and evaluate programs aligned with the College and FAU missions. The position provides leadership in policy development, interprets University and State policies, develops procedures to address audit recommendations, and ensures compliance with applicable standards.

The role also oversees financial, personnel, and operational functions for clinical and auxiliary organizations and programs, including the College’s Clinical Practice Organization (CPO), Memory and Wellness Center, FAU Community Health Center, and FAU Northwest Community Health Alliance, Inc. clinic. Responsibilities include budget oversight and reporting, clinical revenue analysis, audit coordination, provider and staff training arrangements, and organizational governance and records. The Director represents Nursing on relevant committees and groups and provides consultation and support on assigned projects.

The position requires a master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience, or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience. The salary range is $110,000–$125,000 annually. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A resume and cover letter are required. The final candidate must provide official sealed transcripts and, if applicable, an original NACES evaluation, and selected candidates must pass required employment screenings.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience.
• Submit a resume and cover letter.
• Final candidate must provide official, sealed transcripts and an original NACES evaluation, if applicable, from the educational institution to Human Resources before employment begins.
• Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass required employment screenings before employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the College of Nursing’s liaison with the Provost’s office on financial, budgetary, and human resources matters.
• Develop and implement University fiscal policies and procedures for the College of Nursing and ensure compliance with State standards.
• Interpret University and State policies and procedures and develop procedures to address audit recommendations.
• Formulate, coordinate, and maintain College fiscal policies and ensure adherence to them; provide leadership and direction in policy development.
• Work with the Dean and the Office of the Provost to develop, implement, administer, and evaluate programs addressing the College’s mission and goals and FAU’s mission and vision in fiscal and administrative matters.
• Interact with the Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans, Directors, faculty, students, administrative staff, other State agencies, and vendors; disseminate information, respond to inquiries, negotiate fees and services, and provide assistance and instruction on budget and personnel matters.
• Oversee personnel matters for the Dean and train and assist departments in budgetary, financial, and personnel matters.
• Train and assist finance and HR employees within the College.
• Assist with developing strategies for successful College of Nursing accreditation.
• Provide financial oversight of Memory and Wellness Center, Community Health Center, Auxiliary, and Foundation budgets, and prepare and submit Research Center annual reports to the Board of Governors.
• Oversee and analyze the budgetary, HR, and financial operations of the College’s auxiliary and self-supporting programs as needed.
• Provide personnel and financial data for surveys to outside agencies.
• Represent the College of Nursing on Workday-related committees.
• Oversee the College of Nursing’s Clinical Practice Organization (CPO), Memory and Wellness Center, FAU Community Health Center, and FAU Northwest Community Health Alliance, Inc. clinic.
• Identify clinical billing consultants for the CPO and clinics, and arrange reviews and training for providers and staff as needed.
• Serve as Treasurer and Secretary for the CPO and support its Board with financial oversight, governance, and required organizational records and documentation.
• Coordinate annual internal and external audits for the CPO, including providing financial records and supporting documentation and responding to audit inquiries and recommendations.
• Represent Nursing on the Faculty Practice/CPO/SIP Logistics Group.
• Prepare consolidated budgets for presentation to the CPO Board.
• Review and analyze clinical revenue reports for receivables, billings, and payments for the CHC and MWC clinics.
• Oversee, support, and analyze the budgetary, HR, financial, and reporting operations of the FAU Community Health Center and FAU Northwest Community Health Alliance, Inc. clinics.
• Work with FAU departments and other internal and external constituents on financial and operational transactions and related reporting.
• Consolidate clinical practice data for the College and Centers for the annual Self Insurance Premium (SIP) liability coverage and serve as the direct point of contact for related inquiries.
• Provide consultation, oversight, expertise, direction, and support on assigned ad hoc projects.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending plans; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• State retirement options, including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for State employees.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Eligible employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, one personal day, nine paid holidays, and paid winter break at the President’s discretion.
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) tuition assistance for eligible staff and faculty after six months of full-time employment; for in-unit faculty, the program may extend to spouses and dependent children subject to eligibility rules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director