Director of Fiscal Planning & Analysis

Agency: Illinois Board of Higher Education

Closing Date/Time: 10/03/2024

Salary: Anticipated starting salary $115,000 - $140,000/year

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Number of Vacancies: 1

 

****A RESUME AND COVER LETTER  ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a cover letter, a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Illinois Board of Higher Education must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

About IBHE

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

About the position:

The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) is seeking a Director of Fiscal Planning & Analysis, reporting to the Managing Director of Policy, Research, and Fiscal Analysis.

 

As a member of the IBHE Leadership team with senior-level oversight of an administrative unit, this position provides leadership in strategic higher education finance, analytics, budgeting, and reporting; Supports strategic planning and policy development with a fiscal lens; Sets direction, oversees execution and sets policy for applicable unit(s)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the IBHE leadership team, provides oversight and management of the Fiscal Analysis and Planning Unit; Leads and develops a staff team, overseeing their work, professional development, and success
• Leads Board responsibilities for higher education strategic finance policy, fiscal analysis and budgeting; Leads development of Board’s annual higher education operating and capital budget recommendations to the Board, Governor, and General Assembly
• Oversees review and analysis of institutional finances and financial risk assessments to inform Boa