Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.

Position Details Position Information Posting date 09/04/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 0006601 Position Title Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Hiring Range Minimum Please inquire Hiring Range Maximum Please inquire Union Type Not a Union Position SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule Location of Position Hanover, NH 03755 Thayer School of Engineering 15 Thayer Drive Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer ( CFAO ) provides strategic and day‑to‑day leadership for all business‑support functions—administration, facilities, finance, human resources, information technology, institutional research, and research administration. The role oversees 7-10 direct reports that collectively manage a large group of professional staff across seven functional units, and is responsible for a $100+ million annual operating budget. The CFAO partners with the Dean, senior leadership team, and the Thayer Board of Advisors and collaborates with campus colleagues to translate the school’s vision into operational reality. Description The next CFAO will be a vital partner to academic and administrative leaders across both Thayer and Dartmouth. Leading a broad operational portfolio and a team spanning seven functional areas, the CFAO will foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and service excellence. The successful candidate will bring sophisticated financial and operational expertise, a deep appreciation for the research and teaching mission of a premier university, and strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships across a decentralized institution. Working closely with leaders throughout Dartmouth, the CFAO will serve as a strategic bridge between the school and the wider university community, helping to advance institutional priorities while ensuring that Thayer’s distinctive needs and aspirations are effectively represented. Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities Proven record as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in a complex, mission‑driven organization.Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience overseeing finance, HR, and facilities.Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and capital‑project finance; experience managing a multi‑million‑dollar budget.Track record of delivering large‑scale initiatives on time and on budget, with measurable impact on efficiency and effectiveness.Experience leading and developing diverse teams of 50 + staff; commitment to inclusive leadership.Exceptional oral and written communication skills; ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable information for varied audiences.Unquestioned personal and professional integrity; commitment to transparency and accountability.Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree ( MBA , MPA , or related) strongly preferred. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree ( MBA , MPA , or related) strongly preferred. Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Elisabeth Waltz Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3091 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dean Doug Van Citters Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. Background Check Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function Special Instructions to Applicants Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy Additional Instructions Dartmouth College has retained an external firm, Isaacson Miller, to manage the search for the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer. For more information and to apply for this role, please click here to visit Isaacson Miller’s website. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Kristen Andersen at kandersen@imsearch.com Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87113 Key Accountabilities Description Executive Leadership Partner with the Dean and the Senior Leadership Team to advance Thayer’s strategic agendaShape and implement Thayer’s strategic objectives, priorities, plans and initiativesLead the development of Thayer’s finance and administration vision and strategy, with a focus on infrastructure improvement, risk management, financial impact, and operational efficiencyDeliver concise financial and operational updates to the Thayer Board of AdvisorsRepresent the Dean and/or the School on institutional committees and policymaking bodiesLead and coordinate school-wide events, such as the Investiture Ceremony Percentage Of Time 25 Description Financial Management Partner with the Finance Director to lead the development of annual operating budgets, capital budgets, quarterly projections and long range forecasts for academic, research and administrative unitsDeliver regular consolidated financial reports and various analyses to internal and external stakeholdersDrive revenue‑generation strategies while rigorously controlling costsOversee a robust internal controls framework to ensure compliance with Dartmouth policies and external regulationsEngage with other Dartmouth schools and, more broadly, peer institutions to share best practices and develop a timely framework for making financial decisions. Percentage Of Time 25 Description Human Resources and Staff Development Partner with the HR Director to oversee recruitment, promotion, compensation, performance management, professional development, and succession planning for Thayer staffPartner with the Dean on faculty hiring, retention, annual faculty letters, and workload managementEstablish clear performance metrics, identify skill gaps and create targeted training programs, provide coaching/mentoring, and implement professional development plansAssist with mediation of employee relations issuesRecruit, retain, and develop a high‑caliber administrative operations team Percentage Of Time 10 Description Administrative Operations Provide support, guidance, and accountability to direct reports, and coach them to provide the same for their teamsWork with Facilities Director to set policies for building operations, space planning, and capital projects; manage space inventory and coordinate renovations and maintenance with Campus ServicesPartner with Research Administration Director and faculty to grow research funding; negotiate/approve contracts; supervise award lifecycle from award to close‑outCollaborate with the Computing Director to define the IT roadmap; ensure secure, reliable, mission‑aligned technology for teaching, research, and administrationLeverage Institutional Research to develop and track metric dashboards, benchmark against peers, and manage survey‑response processesCollaborate with Administrative Manager to oversee academic support services for Thayer faculty and ensure high‑quality service deliveryAlign school initiatives with Dartmouth HR, Campus Services, and IT; drive data‑informed continuous improvement across all functionsRespond to more complicated inquiries escalated from other groups, connecting the right people and policies; determining when issues should be made into policies Percentage Of Time 40 Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. Performs other duties as assigned.