Assistant Director-Chief Financial Officer, Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Washington State University - Pullman, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Pullman, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Director-Chief Financial Officer for Veterinary Clinical Sciences and the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Washington State University is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing all administrative functions within the department. This includes finance, payroll, purchasing, procurement, and property management. The Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) department is the largest within WSU's College of Veterinary Medicine, comprising a diverse team of 66 faculty and 18 support staff, and managing an operational budget exceeding $16 million. The department is dedicated to teaching, clinical service, and research, and it also includes specialized programs such as the Simulation-Based Education program and the Seattle-based One Health Clinic. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) serves as the primary educational facility for fourth-year veterinary students and provides training for over 70 specialty interns and residents. With a client base of nearly 20,000 animals and a service center revenue of over $16 million, the VTH plays a crucial role in the educational and service missions of the organization. The hospital employs nearly 40 full-time faculty, 44 licensed veterinary technicians, and over 150 temporary staff, contributing to a total operating budget of nearly $20 million. In this role, the Assistant Director-CFO will be responsible for developing, planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the administrative and financial functions of both the VCS and VTH. This position requires collaboration with the VCS Department Chair, the VTH Chief Medical Officer, and the VTH Chief Operations Officer to formulate and communicate policies and best practices. The Assistant Director will also have advisory, budgetary, managerial, and supervisory responsibilities, making independent decisions regarding the daily operations of the units. This role is essential for ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of the department and hospital, ultimately supporting the educational mission of WSU's College of Veterinary Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative functions including finance, payroll, purchasing, procurement, and property for the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences and the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• Develop, plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the administrative and financial functions of VCS and VTH.
• Collaborate with the VCS Department Chair, VTH Chief Medical Officer, and VTH Chief Operations Officer to formulate and communicate policies and best practices.
• Act on behalf of the VCS Department Chair and VTH leadership in financial and personnel matters as needed.
• Oversee the operational budget of the department and hospital, ensuring financial health and compliance with university policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including at least one (1) year of managerial experience.
• A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for up to one (1) year of required experience.
• Relevant education and professional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a veterinary or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of university administrative processes and policies.
• Strong analytical and financial management skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.