The duties of the position are varied and complex to include, but not limited to: administrative responsibility for all business and financial operations of the College, including accounting, purchasing, auxiliary services, police and security, payroll and human resources.

Master’s degree 
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in college administration 
Knowledge of general office equipment including computer, email, fax, copier, and telephone system 
Effectively manage time and priorities in order to meet established deadlines 
Work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers and other external contacts 
Detail-oriented and highly organized 
Ability to manage several departments 
Familiar with policy formation and implementation 
Familiar with state, federal, and national standards and guidelines for college administration  
Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills  
Work in a team environment with multiple, sometimes changing priorities  
Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

MBA and/or CPA 
Doctorate degree  
Community college experience

Serves as Chief Financial Officer with overall responsibility for leadership and coordination of the fiscal operation of the College, including accounting, treasury, investments, procurement, budgeting, risk management, auxiliary services, and campus security  
Prepares, coordinates, and implements the annual budget; also monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with the budget  
Supervises the Director of Human Resources and Payroll, Director of Purchasing, Director of Accounting, Chief of Police, and the Secretary to the Vice President of Administrative Services; also oversees contracted bookstore and food service  
Invest College funds in accordance with Board policies and the Public Funds Investment Act 
Procures appropriate insurance coverages for the College 
Directs the procurement of goods and services of the College and ensures compliance with state and federal procurement laws  
Serves on Administrative Council 
Serves as liaison to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and other state agencies regarding matters of state funding; serves as liaison in matters related to formula funds for the Bachelor of Applied Technology Program  
Advises the President and Board on matters related to local property tax rates, tuition and fee rates, and other matters of a financial nature 
Arranges for the annual independent audit 
Serves as Chief Financial Officer of the Midland College Foundation, Inc. 
Perform other administrative and financial duties as assigned by the President

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time 
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds 
Ability to work extended hours as needed  
Use of manual dexterity 
Heavy computer usage 
College setting 
General office setting  
Duties indoors and some outdoors 
Attendance at Midland College or community events may be required  
Travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire.

If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.