About Mary Baldwin University

Located in the historic Shenandoah Valley, Mary Baldwin University offers a distinctive educational experience grounded in innovation, leadership, and community engagement. The university values collaboration, creativity, and forward-thinking leadership and is positioned to advance innovative academic programs and strengthen student-centered initiatives.

The Opportunity

Mary Baldwin University seeks a forward-thinking and collaborative Executive Vice President for Finance and Operations / Chief Financial Officer (EVP/CFO) to help shape the institution’s next chapter of innovation, sustainability, and mission-centered growth. This is a pivotal cabinet-level role for a strategic leader who understands that finance is about stewardship and enabling possibility.

The EVP/CFO will partner closely with the President, Board of Trustees, and senior leadership to advance the institutional vision through financial strategy, ensuring that resources, infrastructure, and operational systems support a dynamic academic environment and a strong future for the university.

This leader will oversee a broad portfolio that includes financial planning and budgeting, Human Resources, the Controller’s Office, Information Technology, Facilities Management (including Security), and Investment Management.

What You’ll Do

Partner with the President and Cabinet to develop and implement a long-range financial strategy that advances institutional priorities and strengthens financial resilience.
Position budgeting as a strategic planning tool, aligning resources with academic innovation, enrollment realities, and student success initiatives.
Guide investment management and financial stewardship to support long-term sustainability and institutional growth.
Strengthen institutional operations through strategic vendor negotiation and contract oversight while partnering proactively with legal counsel to support sound governance, mitigate risk, and advance mission-aligned decision-making.
Foster strong, service-oriented administrative divisions that operate as strategic partners to academic and student-facing units.
Lead thoughtful modernization across operational areas — including technology infrastructure, facilities planning, and organizational effectiveness.
Strengthen cross-campus collaboration by building trust, transparency, and shared understanding around financial decisions.

What We’re Looking For

Mary Baldwin University seeks a leader who brings a blend of financial expertise, institutional perspective, and relational leadership. The EVP/CFO will be both a strategist and a partner, someone who listens carefully, communicates clearly, and approaches challenges with creativity and integrity.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Significant executive leadership experience in finance, business operations, or institutional administration.
A strong understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, compliance, and investment strategy.
The ability to translate complex financial concepts into accessible, mission-driven conversations.
Experience leading diverse operational teams and fostering collaborative cultures.
A leadership style grounded in transparency, shared governance, and respect for the university’s mission and community.
An advanced degree in a related field is preferred, along with experience in higher education or a similarly complex mission-driven organization.

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