[Director of Fiscal Operations, Alexander Blewett III School of Law ]

The Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana invites applications for the Director of Fiscal Operations (Director).  The Director has fiduciary responsibilities for all funds allocated to the School of Law, including: state-funded, auxiliary, designated accounts, Foundation endowments and quasi-endowments, scholarship funds, annually contributed funds, as well as all departmental grants and contracts, and includes providing both direct and indirect supervision and oversight to School of Law administrative support personnel. The Director independently develops and manages budgets, including planning, assessing, forecasting, consulting and reporting for all fiscal accounts within the School of Law. 

As the Director you will have the following responsibilities:

• Overseeing all purchasing for the unit
• Managing, coordinating and verifying all vendor and independent contractor services and contracts within School of Law, including facilities maintenance and supply, event services and speakers, and assessing budgets for appropriate funding
• Working with directors of units within School of Law to develop annual budgets and meets quarterly with directors to monitor expenditures
• Supervising staff members managing fiscal accounts for both student groups and the law library
• Serving as the liaison between School of Law and Human Resource Services and is responsible for all personnel services related to School of Law including supervising the performance review process for classified staff and ensuring policies and procedures related to contract professionals are followed
• Providing guidance to School of Law supervisors on all aspects of personnel recruitment and retention, disciplinary actions, and provides training opportunities, both personally and through arranging for external workshops for School of Law staff
• Working with Associate Academic Dean to organize, compile and submit the annual accreditation report to the ABA consisting of six sections (general, enrollment, library, financial aid, faculty profiles and fiscal reports)
• Coordinating data collection with Law School library staff, Admissions and Career Services offices, Associate Dean, University Business Services, University Office of Planning & Budget Analysis, and UM Foundation
• Coordinating and compile complex data and information on an ongoing basis in preparation for the site visit every ten years
• Responsible for faculty, staff, T.A., graduate research assistant and work study compensation information
• Management and implementation of year-round scholarship and graduation award process in consultation with Admissions & Scholarship Committee, as well as counseling students regarding financial aid matters

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting (or equivalent education and work experience), including accounting coursework, and 3-4 years job-related experience in office management in a supervisory capacity, with experience in performing accounting functions and computer output.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, financial planning and forecasting, reconciliation, and budgeting.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge of office management techniques, administrative practices and procedures, business terminology, and Business English.
• Advanced knowledge in the use of computer software programs for word processing (Word), database management (Access), spreadsheets, formulas, and graphs (Excel), desktop publishing, computerized calendars (Outlook), Internet access and e-mail.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and crisis management skills, positive attitude, ability to work independently or as part of a team, to remain calm and professional in all situations, and to work independently, efficiently, and accurately in stressful situations with frequent interruptions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to write and present fiscal information and reports.
• Excellent supervisory and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of standard office equipment, including fax machines, copiers, scanners, printers, and multi-line phones.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s in Business Administration or Accounting (or equivalent education and work experience), including accounting coursework, and at least three (3) years job-related experience in office management in a supervisory capacity, with experience in performing accounting functions and computer output.
• Knowledge of University personnel policies and procedures, including faculty and staff collective bargaining agreements.
• Knowledge of University policies/procedures related to accounting/fiscal activities and accountability.
• Knowledge of University databases and payment systems such as Banner, UMDW, and ProCard.
• Knowledge of University travel, contract, and purchasing policies and procedures, including capital equipment purchasing.
• Experience with grant management and federal policy and procedure.

POSITION DETAILS

• Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
• Salary for this position is $60,000 per year commensurate with qualifications.

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ABOUT THE ALEXANDER BLEWETT III SCHOOL OF LAW AND UM

For more than a century, the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana has been a leader in legal education, with a commitment to educating lawyers and preparing them to serve society since its first class of students in 1911. Each year, approximately 80 students enroll from across the country looking for a hands-on approach to legal education. Under the guidance of dedicated faculty and staff, students thrive in an experience-rich environment that integrates theory and practice. UM’s School of Law is ranked 11th in the nation for best value and received an A grade as a “Top School for Environmental Law” by PreLaw Magazine. The law school is also home to the Max S. Baucus Institute and the Department of Public Administration and Policy, the nation’s only accredited Masters in Public Administration (MPA) program positioned within a law school.

The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 500+ full-time faculty members. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 70,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur which was recently ranked in the “top 20 best college towns with a population of less than 250,000” by the American Institute for Economic Research and ranked 9th in Outside Magazine’s “The 16 Greatest Places to Live in America” in 2014. Many national publications recognize Missoula for its high quality of life. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five PRIORITIES FOR ACTION: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA, MISSOULA, AND THE STATE OF MONTANA, PLEASE VISIT THE LINKS BELOW.

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  • Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce
• State of Montana  
  • Visit Montana

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. REFERENCES *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. TESTING Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY.  All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

HOW TO APPLY

PRIORITY APPLICATION DATE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY THIS DATE WILL BE GUARANTEED CONSIDERATION.  APPLICATION REVIEW WILL BEGIN AFTER DATE ABOVE AND CONTINUE UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. 

Please submit the following application materials via "New Resume/CV" button below. 

*Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

• LETTER OF INTEREST – addressing the stated required skills for the position
• DETAILED RESUME listing education and describing work experience
• THREE (3) PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES - Names and contact information

Required Skills Required Experience