Assistant Dean of Finance & Administration - Digital Learning at UT

Assistant Dean of Finance & Administration - Digital Learning at UT

Digital Learning at UT is a newly created unit charged with advancing UT's commitment to discovery, creativity, learning, and engagement, specifically for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies, Digital Learning at UT will provide scalable solutions that enhance the online learning experience and reduce barriers to student access and success, providing a tremendous impact to online learners across the state and the nation. At Digital Learning, we want to be bold and impactful, transforming the future of online education through innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving.

The Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration (ADFA) serves as the Senior Leadership Team lead for finance, administration, facilities, and human resources activities within Digital Learning at UT. This position must provide exceptional financial and operational leadership to a complex and quickly growing unit. This is a critical leadership role, serving the business and people needs of the overall unit, and operating in a highly team-oriented environment. This position is responsible for developing critical operational and financial processes and initiatives essential to creating a sustainable business model in alignment with the University of Tennessee's mission. This position develops budgets and forecasts that enable successful operations and facilitates significant financial investments in Digital Learning at UT, in support of the university's mission. This position serves as a critical liaison at the campus and system level, ensuring that financial flows are properly designed and implemented. This position works closely with key members of leadership across the institution, including the Chancellors and Provosts cabinet, campus Finance office, deans, directors, and representatives from all areas of University Administration (finance, human resources, legal, etc.). This position serves as a member of the Digital Learning at UT Senior Leadership Team, while proactively being an advocate for all Digital Learning at UT team members. The ADFA is also responsible for ensuring an effective operational structure within the Digital Learning at UT operations including management of a service-oriented and engaged team with a focus on performance management, positive employee relations and ongoing learning and development opportunities.

The Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration reports to the Vice Dean and COO of Digital Learning at UT and works closely with all areas of Digital Learning at UT and the wider UT community to strengthen the operational areas that enable the learner experience.