Director of Fiscal Planning & Analysis
Springfield, IL, US, 62701
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
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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 Board actions, policy and practice changes
- Oversees implementation, transparency, and accountability for university funding and appropriations; Oversees development and implementation of affordability strategies for higher education
- Oversees development, analysis, and program implementation for capital planning, including analysis of institution capital master plans, non-instructional capital expenditures prioritization of capital projects, and progress toward completion for public and private institutional state-funded capital
- Provides information and analysis to the Governor’s Office and General Assembly regarding budget, financial, and policy-related issues
- Oversees all agency fiscal reporting ensuring rigorous analysis, integrity, and meaningful reporting
- Develops and provides analytic support for other teams within the agency and collaborates to produce thoughtful agency reports
Education and Experience
Required:
- Master’s degree* from an accredited Institution, in a related field
* Three+ years of professional-level, relevant experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional, related experience
- Substantial, verifiable experience in data analysis
Preferred:
- Government and/or Higher education finance experience
- At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role
Skills and Traits
- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of constituents and stakeholders, such as Board members, senior government executives, elected officials, institutional officers, and private sector leaders
- Strong analytical ability and familiarity with advanced financial concepts
- Demonstrated ability to provide and interpret financial management information and to communicate to non-financial audiences
- Excellent analytic, problem-solving and written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project-management skills, excellent follow-through, and ability to organize and prioritize
- Intellectually curious
- Demonstrated ability to support and develop professional staff
Organization Chart
Position reports to the: Managing Director Policy, Research, and Fiscal Analysis
Position has the following direct report(s):
- Fiscal Analyst(s)
- Capital Analyst(s)
- Assistant Director(s) of Budget & Grants
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Mon-Fri
Work Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz Springfield, IL 62701-1323*
* IBHE offers remote and hybrid work arrangements, based on position and supervisor discretion (IL residency is required)
Agency Contact: IBHE Human Resources
Email: humanresources@ibhe.org
Phone #:(217) 782-2551
Job Family: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield