Associate Director of Finance and Administrative Services

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Posted: May 22, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position Employment Type: Standard Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: July 2026 Work Location: CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT) Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, June 18, 2026. Position Summary The Associate Director is responsible for a wide range of accounting, finance and administrative services at a Community College. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director, Associate Dean or other Administrator, the Associate Director is responsible for the management of the College’s financial and physical resources through effective performance in these essential duties: Key responsibilities include: Strategic planning Management of financial resources Management of physical resources Management of administrative services Additional responsibilities include: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies Service on assigned committees and task forces Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in business, accounting, finance or a related area and one (1) or more years of experience in a Fiscal or Business Office and up to two (2) years of supervisory experience. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the Banner financial accounting system Fixed asset management Business Office operation including procurement and Accounts Payable Grant accounting Cashier’s/Bursar’s Office and accounts receivable functions State travel and professional development guidelines Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams). Preferred Qualifications Experience working with state agencies and other external organizations in contract and grant compliance Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience Salary and Benefits Salary range; $74,604-$79,609 approximate annual Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous leave policies Multiple retirement plan options Comprehensive health insurance choices Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection Tuition reimbursement (if applicable) For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees. Application Instructions To apply, submit: A cover letter A resume The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume. Important Notes: Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered Links to external resume sites are not accepted Apply online at: CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline. The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection. Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon: Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community. Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities. Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups. For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.