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Assistant Dean of Budget and Operations (WSAS) POSITION DETAILS u201cAt Baruch College we believe that student success is everyoneu2019s responsibilityu201d The Assistant Dean for Budget and Operations serves as the chief administrative and financial officer of the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences (WSAS). Reporting directly to the Dean, the Assistant Dean provides strategic leadership in fiscal planning, resource allocation, human resources coordination, facilities oversight, and overall operational effectiveness. This role ensures that Weissmanu2019s diverse portfolio of academic departments, centers, and programs operates efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with priorities set by CUNY, Baruch College, and the School. The Assistant Dean plays a critical role in supporting the Schoolu2019s daily operations and fostering an exceptional environment for teaching, learning, and scholarship. The Assistant Dean leads a dedicated operations team that includes three administrative coordinators supporting faculty personnel and financial processes, as well as a Technology Manager and a CUNY Office Assistant. Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Leadership & Budget Stewardship + Lead annual and multi-year budget planning for WSAS, including departmental operating budgets, adjunct budgets, grant-supported lines, and special initiatives. + Monitor expenditures, analyze variances, provide budget forecasts, and develop financial models to support strategic decision-making. + Ensure fiscal compliance across all funding sources in accordance with CUNY and Baruch College policies. + Partner with departments to evaluate resource needs tied to program growth and curriculum planning 2. HR, Staffing, & Personnel Operations + Coordinate workflow for all personnel actions involving HR, including VRB requests, search waivers, ECP submissions, and HEO/HEO-series recruitments. + Develop and maintain School-level organizational charts; oversee staffing analyses; advise the Dean on position restructuring or realignment. + Serve as the Schoolu2019s primary liaison with Campus HR, Diversity/Compliance (ODCEI), and Budget Office for approvals, timelines, and compliance requirements. 3. Operational Oversight & School Technology and Infrastructure + Oversee day-to-day operational functions of the School, ensuring efficient administrative workflows across departments and programs. + Coordinate facilities-related matters with Campus Facilities & Operations. + Implement modernized operational processes (e.g., scheduling, workflow digitization, space allocation). + Oversee technology staff to ensure effective management of all technology initiatives, equipment, and business-technology inventories, including timely maintenance, replacements, and installations. + Lead special projects, including renovations, faculty upgrades, and technology improvements + Oversee technology and equipment purchases in coordination with the Technology Manager and BCTC 4. Strategic Planning & Schoolwide Initiatives + Partner with the Dean on School-level strategic planning, operational components of academic initiatives, and multi-year enrollment planning. + Analyze data and prepare reports that inform resource allocation and long-term planning. 5. Compliance, Policy, & Accreditation Support + Ensure adherence to CUNY, Baruch, and State policies related to budgeting, staffing, procurement, and campus operations. + Maintain documentation needed for audits, accreditation, and academic program reviews, working with departments that regularly undergo review cycles. 6. Cross-Campus and External Partnerships + Represent the Weissman School in campus committees related to operations, budget, space, and administrative modernization. + Build collaborative relationships with central offices, including HR, Budget, Facilities, ODCEI, Registrar, and IT. QUALIFICATIONS This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Required + Bacheloru2019s degree in business administration, public administration, higher-education administration, finance, or related discipline. + Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, operations, or academic administration. + Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets and administrative processes in a large organization. Preferred + Masteru2019s degree in a related discipline. + Experience working within CUNY or a similarly structured public higher-education system. + Strong analytical and communications skills, with the ability to interpret policy and implement operational improvements. + Experience partnering with HR, Budget, and Facilities units, consistent with interactions documented in WSAS communications (e.g., VRB and RP processes). CUNY TITLE Assistant Dean COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS $165,000- $175,000; commensurate with education and experience HOW TO APPLY Visit access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select