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.

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.

The Associate Director is responsible for a wide range of accounting, finance and administrative services at a Community College.

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:

• 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.

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).

• Experience working with state agencies and other external organizations in contract and grant compliance
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience

• 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)

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:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./jobs
• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

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.

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration…