Senior Managing Director

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POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for overseeing and providing directive to projects and assignments of the organization and to ensure that the quality of work meets objectives and provides value to the organization. Provides leadership in the growth of the vision, goal, and mission of the Dallas College.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experienced professional who understands how to navigate the organization, gain alignment and provide strategic direction to meet the goals of the organization.

• High degree of integrity, initiative and results driven.

• Exceptional leadership skills, contributes to drive business strategy through team motivation, mentoring and management of diverse teams to drive integration.

• Excellent influencing skills, with the ability to identify, analyze and drive problems to resolution and handle complex issues simultaneously.

• Strong project management skills with the proven ability to set vision for an ambitious initiative and execute on the vision.

• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement resolutions.

• Ability to build and expand trusting relationships and partnerships both internally and externally.

• Strong general management background including familiarity with policies related to management, set priorities establish new work and work on simultaneous projects and assignments.

• Establishes strong cross functional affiliations and leads business collaboratively with peers.

• Demonstrates good judgment and applies best practices.

• Well organized and resourceful; effective and efficient at marshalling multiple resources to get tasks accomplished and foresees and plans around obstacles.

• Demonstrated commitment to appropriate decisions in a timely manner.

• Ensures that decisions are made based on policies, rules and organizational directives and solving emerging problems.

• Proficient in the use of applicable technology and software required to complete assigned duties.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of Dallas College and with constituents both internal and external.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field plus six (6) years of work-related experience.

• Official transcripts required.

• *** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***

• Must have valid driver's license.

• Bilingual preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Extensive knowledge in navigating and troubleshooting ERP system's financial module.

• Oversees the development and administration of the budget for the schools and/or administrative workgroups within Dallas College.

• Identify pertinent financial and budget issues.

• Manage the budget development process.

• Actively participate in the preparation of the annual budget book for board approval.

• Maintains general knowledge and awareness of current market conditions and how it impacts the college finance operations and priorities.

• Help in overseeing the preparation of State budget requests.

• Help in developing and maintaining long-range budgetary financial models (e.g., multi-year budget planning) and ensure that budget policies and procedures are administered with consistency throughout the schools and administrative workgroups of Dallas College while meeting fiscal goals and objectives.

• Monitors performance of the schools and/or administrative workgroups budget accounts to ensure desirable levels; review and recommend action on exceptions to budget to include budget transfers and special item requests.

• Develop strategies and make recommendation for budget model methodology that supports the priorities of each school and/or administrative workgroup of Dallas College while advancing the College as a whole.

• Ensure continuing consistency with Dallas College fiscal goals and objectives as outlined in the Strategic Priorities.

• Provide advice and counsel on budget matters.

• Complete required Dallas College professional development training hours per academic year.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.