CEHD - Assistant Dean of Business Services

Job Title

CEHD - Assistant Dean of Business Services

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of Education

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we want 

We have a career opportunity for an Assistant Dean for Business Services! The position serves as the senior financial and administrative leader for the College of Education and Human Development and reports directly to the Dean, with an indirect reporting line to the Associate Vice President for Academic Financial Strategy. This position ensures that all financial, administrative, and business services functions of the college are effectively carried out on a day-to-day basis in alignment with the strategic direction and tactical needs of the Dean, Texas A&M University policies, and system requirements.

This position performs highly advanced business management and administrative work and exercises extensive latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Assistant Dean for Business Services advises and makes recommendations to the Dean and executive leadership on budget development and implementation, long-range financial planning, financial analysis, risk mitigation, and other administrative matters. The Assistant Dean works collaboratively with college and departmental leadership, as well as provides operational oversight for university centralized functions within the college to develop standard processes, forecast future strategic needs, promote best practices, and support the implementation of services and operational improvements that advance the mission of the College of Education and Human Development.

If you meet the qualifications stated below and this job description sounds appealing, we invite you to apply to be considered for this great opportunity.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Other Requirements and Factors: May require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, public administration, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 6 years of significant senior-level administrative experience with substantial responsibility for financial management, budgeting, and operations in a complex organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in academic financial administration within a higher education environment.

• Strong knowledge of university financial systems, policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Proven ability to manage large, complex budgets and align financial resources with strategic priorities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and influence multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to analyze complex financial and operational data and provide clear, actionable recommendations.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others and build strong working relationships.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Financial Leadership and Business Operations Management

• Manages the financial and business operations of the College of Education and Human Development on behalf of the Dean.

• Directs the preparation, administration, and monitoring of annual and multi-year operating and salary budgets, ensuring fiscal integrity, sustainability, and alignment with college and university strategic priorities.

• Provides long-range financial planning and analysis, actively monitors resource allocations, operating fund requirements, and identifies financial trends to support informed decision-making.

• Oversees financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance with applicable university, system, state, and federal policies and regulations.

• Approves routine and complex financial transactions, including purchasing, vouchers, payroll, and personnel related documents, under authority delegated by the Dean.

• Identifies, assesses, and mitigates financial and operational risks impacting the college.

• Prepares and submits recurring and special financial and administrative reports as required.

Administrative Oversight, Human Resources, and University Collaboration

• Provides leadership and operational oversight for college-wide administrative services, including finance, human resources, information technology, facilities, and business operations of the college.

• Establishes standard processes, timelines, and service expectations and continuously evaluates administrative operations to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and customer service.

• Leads, coordinates, and mentors professional staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high performing work environment in collaboration with university partners.

• Serves as the primary liaison between the College of Education and Human Development and certain administrative entities, including finance, information technology, facilities, and human resources.

• Serves as the college Public Information Liaison Coordinator for all open records requests.

• Represents the college on university committees and working groups related to finance, administration, and strategic initiatives.

Executive Leadership, Governance, and Strategic Planning

• Participates as a key member of the Dean’s executive leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, policy development, and institutional decision-making.

• Advises the Dean, executive leadership, and college governance bodies on financial, administrative, and operational matters.

• Monitors the overall financial and administrative condition of the college and implements proactive strategies to address emerging challenges and opportunities.

• Promotes transparency, accountability, and data-informed decision-making across college operations.

Who We Are

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is committed to enhancing educational achievement and health outcomes, fostering innovation & development, and influencing policy & practice in the fields of education, health, sport, business, and government. Now the fifth largest College at Texas A&M University with nearly 5,000 enrolled students, we are not just a college for teachers. We are a college for leaders - not just in education, but also business, sport, health, and government. https://education.tamu.edu/about/ 

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.