To the University Community:
We are pleased to announce a national search for an Executive Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer.
The Executive Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer (EVPA/CFO) reports directly to the President and is responsible for the long-range resource management process and operational financial planning for the University in support of the University’s Academic Vision, including the Next Generation Connecticut program. The EVPA/CFO provides leadership and oversight for many crucial and complex areas of the University including: finance & budget; public safety; human resources; logistics; labor relations; facilities operations; planning, architectural & engineering services; and infrastructure planning. In addition, the EVPA/CFO works closely with the Board of Trustees, the Governor’s Office, the Legislature, and several state labor organizations.
An advisory search committee has been appointed. Vice Provost Amy Donahue will serve as Chair of the committee. The search committee members are:
Amy Donahue, Vice Provost for Academic Operations (Chair)
John Biancamano, Interim Executive Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Cheryl Chiaputti, Director of Audit, Compliance, and Ethics
Timothy Fisher, Dean of the Law School
Nicole Gelston, Associate General Counsel
Michael Mundrane, Vice Provost and Chief Information Officer
Mark Robbins, Department Head and Professor of Public Policy
Kathy Sanner, UCPEA President and Nurse Coordinator for Student Health Services
Thomas Trutter, Associate Vice President Campus Planning, Design & Construction, UConn Health Center
A position description for the EVPA/CFO will be posted on the Human Resources Executive Search page in the near future. The search will continue through the summer months with the expectation that finalists will visit UConn in the early fall.
Initial screening of applicants will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. The University of Connecticut will be assisted by Ellen Brown Landers, Elizabeth Ewing, and Tracie Smith of Heidrick & Struggles, Inc. Nominations, applications, and inquiries should be directed to: uconncfo@heidrick.com.
For more information, contact: Amy Donahue at amy.donahue@uconn.edu, 860-486-2421