Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis

Office of the Vice President for Administration and Finance

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 public research university, seeks a collaborative and forward-looking financial leader to serve as its next Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis (AVP). Reporting to the Vice President, Administration and Finance and Chief Financial Officer, the AVP will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support at a pivotal time as UMBC advances Bold Moves, its new university strategic plan. The AVP will play a central role in strengthening financial planning and resource allocation, translating institutional priorities into financially sustainable strategies, and supporting informed decision-making across the university.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic financial leader to help shape UMBC's financial future and advance its commitment to student success, research excellence, and public service. The successful candidate will bring analytical rigor, sound judgment, and a collaborative, service-oriented approach to strengthening multi-year financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation in support of UMBC’s strategic priorities. The AVP will combine strategic vision with practical execution, financial and operational expertise with strong relationship skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset with the discipline needed to build sustainable systems.

The Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis (AVP) is a senior leader within UMBC’s Division of Administration and Finance, reporting directly to the Vice President, Administration and Finance and CFO (VPAF & CFO). As a trusted strategic and analytical partner to the VPAF & CFO and campus leaders, the AVP provides strategic and operational leadership in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation in support of UMBC’s academic, research, and public service missions. The AVP plays a central role in strengthening the university's financial sustainability, advancing data-informed decision-making, and aligning financial resources with institutional priorities and the ambitions of Bold Moves, UMBC's strategic plan. The AVP will partner with the Vice President for Administration and Finance (VPAF) to develop and implement more sophisticated financial and operational policies, procedures, and practices that strengthen institutional effectiveness and align with UMBC’s vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities. The AVP will play an important role in advancing the University’s strategic plan by identifying opportunities to generate new revenue, optimize resources, and guide short- and long-term investments that strengthen UMBC’s operations and financial position, enabling the University to realize its full potential.

The AVP provides executive oversight of the Budget Planning and Resource Analysis, Student Business Services, and Administrative Shared Services teams, with responsibility for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the University’s operating budget and for strengthening financial planning, forecasting, budget monitoring, and analysis to support informed resource allocation and institutional decision-making. The AVP also serves as a key liaison to the University System of Maryland (USM), the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), and the Department of Legislative Services (DLS). 

Full description and to apply

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis, or related leadership experience in a large and complex organization, with demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and communicate complex financial information effectively.
• Demonstrated record of using financial systems and analytical tools to support budget modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis, performance monitoring, and institutional decision-making.
• A strong commitment to financial stewardship as an enabler of student success, equity, and institutional excellence.
• An adaptable and innovative leader who embraces emerging technologies, identifies opportunities for improvement, and applies best practices to strengthen financial planning and operational effectiveness.
• A proactive, forward-thinking, and self-directed leader with demonstrated ability to navigate institutional environments, lead organizational change, and strengthen financial planning, reporting, and decision support through strategic and operational improvements in a complex, decentralized environment.

• A master’s degree in finance, business, public
  administration, or a closely related field is strongly preferred.
• Experience in higher education or a similarly complex public-sector or multi-stakeholder environment will be a strong preference.
• Familiarity with state budget processes, system-level governance structures, or legislative oversight processes preferred.

A background check will be required. 

DSG Global has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Beth Schaefer, Managing Director, and Laura Bertonazzi, Managing Associate. To express interest in this role, please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile.

All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary: $240,000-$285,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.