Fiscal Administrator in Academic Affairs

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Fiscal Administrator in Academic Affairs

Detailed Position Description

St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting résumés for the position of Fiscal Administrator in Academic Affairs, reporting to the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs (AVPAA). The Fiscal Administrator is responsible for providing a variety of fiscal and administrative duties in support of the day-to-day operations of Academic Affairs, and support to specific offices and initiatives within Academic Affairs as needed. They must be able to consistently interpret, monitor, and critically analyze detailed information regarding fiscal operating policies and procedures. Expected to be an excellent communicator, they must also possess strong professional and administrative skills that support efficient workflows. The fiscal administrator must be highly comfortable working with multiple streams of information and task requests that are time-sensitive and require constant reprioritization of workload. They must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise considerable discretion and judgment in all work areas, but when relevant, collaborate professionally with other members of the administrative support team in the division. They must be able to handle confidential and sensitive issues with discretion.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent with successful completion of courses typing/word processing, bookkeeping and fiscal management. Associate's degree preferred. At least seven years of responsible experience in office management, administrative work, or secretarial assignments involving advanced records keeping (directly related business school or college courses may be substituted equally for up to one year's experience); or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be bondable. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with project management software (i.e., Asana, Trello) is preferred. Strong working proficiency with spreadsheet tools, including familiarity with formulas and formatting relevant to budget tracking, is essential. Thorough working knowledge of modern office practices/procedures, various computer software packages, (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet applications, database management, graphical and presentation software) and cloud computing. Proficiency with both Microsoft and Google tools is preferred. Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered. Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. The salary range is $45,000-$51,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary's College is one of the nation's best public liberal arts colleges - ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today's students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.

St. Mary's College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences, and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.