Vice President for Finance and Administration

Description

Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (FC Tech) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA). Located in Boston, FC Tech is a mission-focused, private, non-profit technical college seeking a dynamic, experienced, and strategic leader to provide visionary and operational leadership for the college’s financial, administrative, and facilities functions. FC Tech recently constructed and opened its new campus in Roxbury, placing it at the heart of one of Boston’s most vibrant and diverse communities in a new facility built to last. For the incoming VPFA, the new campus represents a tremendous opportunity and an important area of operational responsibility.

Reporting directly to the President and CEO and serving as a member of the President’s Performance and Accountability Council (PAC), the VPFA will be a collaborative partner ensuring the institution’s financial health and managing its administrative operations to support FC Tech’s mission: to deliver transformative technical and trade education that leads to economic advancement. The VPFA will have oversight of financial and business services, human resources, facilities and campus operations, contracts and procurement, and technology and information systems, and they will bring proven expertise in higher education financial management and a demonstrated commitment to fiscal integrity, accessibility, and transparency. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance and operations leader motivated by mission-driven work and eager to contribute meaningfully to an institution that is changing lives and building economic opportunity for diverse communities in Boston and beyond.

Academic Search is assisting FC Tech in this search. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be kept strictly confidential. To learn more about this opportunity and discuss your qualifications and interest, potential applicants are encouraged to send a copy of their curriculum vitae to FCTCFO@academicsearch.org for review by the Managing Director, Dr. Nancy Crimmin.

Applicants should submit the following three documents (each in PDF format) to Academic Search by clicking on this link:

• A detailed cover letter expressing your interest in this position and addressing how you meet the qualifications and expectations outlined in this profile;  
• A current full resume that includes relevant responsibilities and accomplishments;  
• A list of five professional references, including names, titles, organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses, noting your relationship with each reference.  

Although nominations are not required to be considered for this position, leaders who know outstanding candidates are welcome to submit confidential nominations by emailing FCTCFO@academicsearch.org. Be sure to include the nominee’s full name, position, institution/organization, and email address.

The annual compensation range for this 12-month position is $125,000-$195,000, commensurate with experience.

Although the search remains open until the position is filled, candidates should submit application materials by June 9, 2026 for full consideration by the search committee. For more information about the institution, position, qualifications, and application process, please review the full search profile on the Academic Search website.

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from individuals who would increase the richness of the college’s diversity.