Opportunity Details

The client is seeking a Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer for the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Reporting directly to the University President, the VPBA/CFO will be responsible for budget, finance, payroll, purchasing, contracts, and student business services, as well as facilities management and planning. The VPBA/CFO will advise the President and University Administration on financial matters impacting university operations and provide leadership to various administrative offices.

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university focused on increasing access to higher education and positively impacting the community it serves. The institution is among the top 5% of universities in the country for research and offers a wide range of Ph.D. programs. Located along the U.S.-Mexico border, UTEP is a binational and bicultural University that reflects and impacts the region, which is a major manufacturing hub in North America. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership skills, a deep appreciation for the university's mission, and experience in finance and administrative functions at a comparable-sized higher education institution.

The VPBA/CFO will play a key role in supporting institutional growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence in alignment with UTEP's mission. The ideal candidate will bring innovation and strategic leadership to critical initiatives across all areas of the University. The search for this position is being led by a national executive recruiting firm, and all applications, nominations, and inquiries should be submitted in confidence to the search firm.