Fiscal Manager - UAS School of Arts & Sciences

Summary

The University of Alaska Southeast’s School of Arts & Sciences is seeking a dynamic, experienced Fiscal and Administrative Manager to serve as the financial backbone of our vibrant academic community. This full-time, exempt position based in Juneau, Alaska offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the educational mission of a school that spans four academic departments:
Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Business/Public Administration.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of progressively responsible experience in business or educational administration, including demonstrated success managing multimillion‑dollar budgets. A bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field is required, with a master’s degree preferred, along with significant experience in financial analysis, sponsored program management, and applying complex university, state, and federal compliance requirements. Candidates who have worked within higher education or similarly complex public‑service environments will find this experience especially transferable.

Our ideal candidate will have the confidence to advise senior leadership, the agility to manage competing priorities across departments, and the communication skills to translate complex financial information for a wide range of audiences.

Success in this role comes to those who lead with both precision and people‑first thinking, building trust across faculty, staff, and administration while driving continuous improvement in the processes that keep an academic school running smoothly.

The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) is located in the traditional territory of the Lingít, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples. On our three campuses, students have opportunities for field study, research, creative production, and internships in the Tongass National Forest, marine and freshwater environments, with local businesses, and within tribal, federal, and state governmental entities. The university is also proud to be the home of Alaska Native Studies, which includes the languages, culture, and art of the Indigenous Peoples of Southeast Alaska.

The UAS Arts & Sciences Fiscal and Administrative Manager is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and open environment at the University of Alaska Southeast. We prioritize equitable access to resources and opportunities for all individuals to reach their full potential, recognizing the importance of cultural safety and belonging for present and future success. The Fiscal and Administrative Manager will successfully support and enhance our campus commitment to cultural safety and nurture environments that promote belonging and respect for people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Juneau, an epicenter for Northwest Coast Arts and our state capital, provides ample opportunities for student internships within Alaska’s legislature, study within our temperate rainforests, and artistic and craft production in wool, ceramics, and carving. Juneau also offers exceptional opportunities for immersive experiences in the natural sciences, including Marine Biology, Environmental Science, and Outdoor Studies.

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and five years progressively responsible experience, OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This position is located on the University of Alaska Southeast campus in Juneau. This is a full‑time, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage.

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 81, based on education and experience.

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.