Director of Finance and Administration for the Westbrook College of Health Profe
University of New England, Portland, Maine, us, 04122
Director of Finance and Administration for the Westbrook College of Health Professions
Position Title: Director of Finance and Administration for the Westbrook College of Health Professions Employment Status: Full Time Months: 12 Campus: Portland, ME Description: The Director of Finance and Administration serves as the lead operations administrator for the Westbrook College of Health Professions ( WCHP ) and the Office of the Associate Provost for Interprofessional Education, on behalf of the Dean/Associate Provost. This position combines financial acumen, operational leadership, human resources coordination, and planning expertise to support and advance the mission and goals of the College, one of seven colleges at UNE , and the interprofessional operations of the University. The Director is responsible for managing the financial operations of all academic departments, programs, and offices within WCHP and the units reporting to the Associate Provost for Interprofessional Education, including the Interprofessional Simulation and Innovation Center ( ISIC ), the Center to Advance Interprofessional Education and Practice ( CAIEP ), and the Office of Service Learning for the Portland Campus for the Health Sciences. The Director will provide oversight of budget preparation and execution, compliance monitoring, and strategic resource allocation. The Director also serves as one of the Dean/Associate Provosts’ primary liaisons to University leadership, central administration, and external partners, ensuring alignment of WCHP priorities with institutional objectives. This position is based on the Portland, ME campus and may be eligible for flexible, remote work, up to 1 day/week, with the Dean’s approval. About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts. Benefits Overview
Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage. Up to
8%
retirement plan match. Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year. Educational benefits :
UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners. UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full‑time service.
50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full‑time service.
Oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of all WCHP and interprofessional budgets, including operating, capital, and special accounts. Provide input to the Finance and Administration division on behalf of WCHP and the Interprofessional Education unit on budget development and implementation. Provide oversight and compliance for all salary contracts, faculty/staff personnel budgets, and compensation planning within the college and IPE unit. Offer budgetary training, guidance, and oversight to all WCHP departments, programs, and interprofessional units. Maintain signature authority and accountability for all WCHP and interprofessional unit accounts and financial transactions. Supply high‑level support for the college and interprofessional units grants portfolio. Provide leadership for all administrative operations across WCHP and the interprofessional units. Act as WCHP and the interprofessional unit’s HR Initiator to initiate and coordinate faculty and staff personnel matters, including recruitment, evaluations, promotions, and contracts. Ensure compliance with University policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Develop and maintain policies and procedures to effectively administer the College. Supervise and develop administrative staff, ensuring a high‑performing and inclusive work environment. Strategic Leadership
Serve as a member of the WCHP Dean/Associate Provost’s Leadership Teams, contributing to the development and implementation of mission‑based strategies for resource allocation and program growth. Align financial, human, and administrative resources with the College’s strategic priorities and the Universities interprofessional strategic priorities. Lead organizational assessments, process improvements, and change management initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Support faculty and staff development in alignment with College and University goals. Serve as the Dean’s/Associate Provost’s liaison to central administration, including Finance and Administration, Human Resources, and other UNE colleges. Represent WCHP and the interprofessional units in cross‑college collaborations, task forces, and University committees as assigned. Maintain effective external relationships with vendors, accreditors, and professional organizations as appropriate. Additional Responsibilities
Commit to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture across the College. Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Dean. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree ( MBA , MHA , or related field) or CPA designation preferred. 5–10 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, health care, or non‑profit administration, with demonstrated expertise in financial management, human resources, and operations. Proven leadership skills, including strategic planning, staff development, and change management. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, balancing complex and competing priorities. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience in financial systems and other budgeting software i.e. Banner. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and supporting a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities. Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity. Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship. Posting Information
Posting Number: 2022PS0765P Open Date: 10/22/2025 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Position Title: Director of Finance and Administration for the Westbrook College of Health Professions Employment Status: Full Time Months: 12 Campus: Portland, ME Description: The Director of Finance and Administration serves as the lead operations administrator for the Westbrook College of Health Professions ( WCHP ) and the Office of the Associate Provost for Interprofessional Education, on behalf of the Dean/Associate Provost. This position combines financial acumen, operational leadership, human resources coordination, and planning expertise to support and advance the mission and goals of the College, one of seven colleges at UNE , and the interprofessional operations of the University. The Director is responsible for managing the financial operations of all academic departments, programs, and offices within WCHP and the units reporting to the Associate Provost for Interprofessional Education, including the Interprofessional Simulation and Innovation Center ( ISIC ), the Center to Advance Interprofessional Education and Practice ( CAIEP ), and the Office of Service Learning for the Portland Campus for the Health Sciences. The Director will provide oversight of budget preparation and execution, compliance monitoring, and strategic resource allocation. The Director also serves as one of the Dean/Associate Provosts’ primary liaisons to University leadership, central administration, and external partners, ensuring alignment of WCHP priorities with institutional objectives. This position is based on the Portland, ME campus and may be eligible for flexible, remote work, up to 1 day/week, with the Dean’s approval. About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts. Benefits Overview
Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage. Up to
8%
retirement plan match. Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year. Educational benefits :
UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners. UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full‑time service.
50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full‑time service.
Oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of all WCHP and interprofessional budgets, including operating, capital, and special accounts. Provide input to the Finance and Administration division on behalf of WCHP and the Interprofessional Education unit on budget development and implementation. Provide oversight and compliance for all salary contracts, faculty/staff personnel budgets, and compensation planning within the college and IPE unit. Offer budgetary training, guidance, and oversight to all WCHP departments, programs, and interprofessional units. Maintain signature authority and accountability for all WCHP and interprofessional unit accounts and financial transactions. Supply high‑level support for the college and interprofessional units grants portfolio. Provide leadership for all administrative operations across WCHP and the interprofessional units. Act as WCHP and the interprofessional unit’s HR Initiator to initiate and coordinate faculty and staff personnel matters, including recruitment, evaluations, promotions, and contracts. Ensure compliance with University policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Develop and maintain policies and procedures to effectively administer the College. Supervise and develop administrative staff, ensuring a high‑performing and inclusive work environment. Strategic Leadership
Serve as a member of the WCHP Dean/Associate Provost’s Leadership Teams, contributing to the development and implementation of mission‑based strategies for resource allocation and program growth. Align financial, human, and administrative resources with the College’s strategic priorities and the Universities interprofessional strategic priorities. Lead organizational assessments, process improvements, and change management initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Support faculty and staff development in alignment with College and University goals. Serve as the Dean’s/Associate Provost’s liaison to central administration, including Finance and Administration, Human Resources, and other UNE colleges. Represent WCHP and the interprofessional units in cross‑college collaborations, task forces, and University committees as assigned. Maintain effective external relationships with vendors, accreditors, and professional organizations as appropriate. Additional Responsibilities
Commit to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture across the College. Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Dean. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree ( MBA , MHA , or related field) or CPA designation preferred. 5–10 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, health care, or non‑profit administration, with demonstrated expertise in financial management, human resources, and operations. Proven leadership skills, including strategic planning, staff development, and change management. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, balancing complex and competing priorities. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience in financial systems and other budgeting software i.e. Banner. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and supporting a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities. Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity. Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship. Posting Information
Posting Number: 2022PS0765P Open Date: 10/22/2025 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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