LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE - DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - GAINESVILLE, GA 30507

Lanier Technical College – Hall county campus - Gainesville, GA (www.laniertech.edu) is conducting a search for the following full-time, FLSA-exempt, benefits-eligible, salaried position.  NOTE:  A background check and professional reference check are part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or cantrell@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:                 DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

REPORTS TO:           Vice President of Administrative Services

SALARY RANGE:     $70k - $73k, depending on education, qualifications, and experience

EFFECTIVE DATE:  May 1, 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Administrative Services is responsible for the achievement of services, goals, and objectives, and acts as a liaison with portions of the Business Office to ensure day-to-day-operations are handled appropriately. Other responsibilities include administration, development, and implementation of initiatives, supervision of employees, and managing the comprehensive accounting and financial activity at our College.

Major Duties:

·         Manages and develops a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures;

·         Supervises the establishment, coordination, and communication of important dates associated with the Business Office calendar, i.e. purchasing deadlines, disbursement data, financial statement and GAAP entry deadlines, etc.;

·         Supervises cash management of all college funds to ensure adherence to proper policies, procedures, and regulations;

·         Directly supervises the Business Office employees and College accounting functions for the following areas, which include: General Ledger, Financial reporting, A/P, and Purchasing functions;

·         Reviews and analyzes financial data to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures;

·         Along with the VPAS, prepares or directs the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports as required by local, state, and federal agencies, which includes month-end, year-end close, and GAAP entries;

·         Assists with the supervision and maintenance of property inventory records for the College;

·         Represents the VPAS in all areas of Administrative Services, including Human Resources and Facilities Maintenance, to ensure continuity during VPAS’ absence;

·         Develops and maintains effective internal control structures that preserve the integrity of the accounting and business operations;

·         Develops, updates, and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures, and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the College and the Administrative Services Department;

·         Maintains knowledge of assigned functional area; evaluates and adjusts as necessary; and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects;

·         Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of our College.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited college or university and three (3) years of full-time work-related experience.

COMPETENCIES:

·         Knowledge and experience with GAAP accounting principles; governmental and fund accounting standards; and statutory regulations;

·         Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education;

·         Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs, including Banner and PeopleSoft;

·         Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills;

·         Effective decision making and problem-solving skills;

·         Ability to collaborate and build strong, effective working relationships across departments;

·         Ability to motivate, train, and develop a high performing staff within a team-oriented, collaborative environment;

·         Ability to adjust work hours based on the needs of the College.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to minimum qualifications & competencies):

·         More than three (3) years of work-related experience;

·         Prior experience with the State of Georgia’s PeopleSoft Financial System;

·         Prior experience in governmental and/or higher education accounting;

·         Previous supervisory work experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Will occasionally lift or move objects of a light to medium weight, up to 20 pounds.  Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings.  Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes.

STATE OF GA BENEFITS INCLUDE: A choice of retirement plans (Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’ Retirement System), health and flexible benefits insurance options, sick leave and annual leave accruals (10 hours each month), and 13 state holidays.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Cleary Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507.