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Job Title Director of Financial Planning

Department BUDGET OFFICE

Position Number FP068A

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

This position leads the Financial Planning team and assists the Assistant Vice President for Budget & Financial Planning with all aspects of financial planning and analysis in support of operational planning, evaluation and analysis of new business ventures and partnerships, and to inform the development of long-term operating plans. In doing so, the Director develops and leads enrollment and revenue modeling, forecasting and reporting, supports the development of the commonwealth biennial budget process, manages appropriation and allotments, reporting, and compliance requirements.

The Director provides analytical and informational support for ongoing analysis, manages the monitoring and reporting of Institutional Performance Measures and other mandated reporting. The Director assists the Assistant Vice President for Budget & Financial Planning with the coordination and development of Board of Visitors Materials and presentations, as well as with special projects and analysis as assigned.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field, or a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, higher education administration or related field and significant related experience to equate to a master’s degree.

+ Comprehensive budget or financial experience (such as budget or resource analysis, financial planning and forecasting, or fiscal administration) in an institution of higher education or in a large agency/business.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of program budget planning, formulation, evaluation and budget execution.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of public administration and state government operations, as well as state budget and finance policies, procedures and systems.

+ Some knowledge of state accounting practices and generally accepted accounting principles.

+ Advanced expertise across a broad number of areas in data collection, statistical analysis, financial planning and the generation of reports and recommendations.

+ Ability to synthesize and present complex data in a clear and easily understandable manner.

+ Demonstrated ability to prepare comprehensive financial and operational analysis and forecasts, including the development of complex financial planning and funding models.

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct evaluation of proposed business plans, develop and communicate recommendations for implementation.

+ Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, coordinate and train others.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively with management and staff. Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date 12/22/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Review Date 02/01/2026

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

+ Contact Information for Professional References

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 1

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 2

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ Do you have budget or financial experience (such as budget or resource analysis, financial planning and forecasting, or fiscal administration) in an institution of higher education or in a large agency/business?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Please describe your experience as an accountant, financial analyst, and/or other related position providing advance level analysis and evaluation of financial data.

(Open Ended Question)

+ How much experience do you have in fiscal management with a Commonwealth of Virginia agency?

+ None

+ One to four years

+ Five or more years

+ Do you have experience with Cognos? If so, how much?

(Open Ended Question)