Vice President, Administration & Finance, Chief Financial Officer

Vice President, Administration & Finance, Chief Financial Officer

The University of La Verne (ULV) invites nominations and applications for the position of Vice President for Administration & Finance and Chief Financial Officer (VPAF / CFO). The position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving university 35 miles east of Los Angeles that offers a distinctive and relevant educational experience to a diverse population of students, preparing them for successful careers and a commitment to lifelong learning across the liberal arts and professional programs.

ULV is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking finance executive who is looking to lead change and transformation in a dynamic environment, while balancing competing demands and prioritizing resources. Reporting directly to President Risa Dickson, the VPAF / CFO will be an experienced leader who will work with senior executives and financial stakeholders to facilitate the University’s strategic, financial, and operational vision and goals. The VPAF / CFO will be influential in developing and implementing financial strategy through leadership and oversight of diverse functional areas, including finance and business services, facilities, human resources, and campus safety.

Founded in 1891, the University of La Verne is composed of the College of Arts and Sciences , the College of Business , the LaFetra College of Education , the  College of Health and Community Well-Being , and the College of Law and Public Service , several regional campuses across Southern California, and robust online offerings . Scholastic opportunities abound, thanks to more than 60 undergraduate programs, more than 20 master’s degrees, six doctorates, and over 20 credential and certificate programs.

Across all of the colleges, ULV’s approximately 4,700 traditional-age and adult learners help make the federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution one of the most diverse universities in the nation. Nearly half of the traditional undergraduates are first-generation students – the first in their immediate families to attend College. More than 70 percent of University of La Verne students receive some form of financial aid. University of La Verne employs more than 200 full-time professors and has a 14 : 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The average class size is 16 students. University of La Verne is on a strong footing financially, with a $200 million total institutional operating budget and $147 million market value of endowment for FY24.

In addition to the main campus, University of La Verne also has regional campuses in Bakersfield, Santa Clarita, and Naval Base Ventura County. Classes at regional campuses are accelerated and flexible, with most courses meeting in the evenings and on weekends. Many programs are also offered online , giving adult learners even more options to earn a degree while still working. The University is also a pioneer in adult education, offering accelerated programs for adult learners at the La Verne Campus, regional campuses, and online.

The University of La Verne prides itself in being reflective of the diversity of Southern California. Approximately 80 percent of the University’s nearly 4,700 students come from diverse backgrounds, and the U.S. Department of Education has designated the University as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). With more than 85,000 alumni, the University fulfills a critical community function in educating students from underserved populations, many of whom are the first generation in their family to attend College.

The next Vice President of Administration and Finance / Chief Financial Officer will ensure that the University is fundamentally strong and ideally positioned for continued success. The next VPAF / CFO will have the opportunity to modernize financial systems and data infrastructure, develop a strategic, transparent budget model, diversify and grow revenue streams, partner with enrollment management and the president to model tuition and aid scenarios, align financial planning with recruitment strategies, and invest strategically in growth areas; build lead, and support the finance team and foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability on campus.

To learn more about University of La Verne, visit : https : / / laverne.edu /

The full position profile is linked here .

Evaluation of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until a new Vice President of Administration and Finance, Chief Financial Officer is named. The ideal start date for this opportunity is spring 2026. Interested candidates can apply by submitting a resume and cover letter using the Talent Profile .

Nominations or inquiries can be directed to the search team below.

Jim Sirianni, Managing Director

Mark Halligan, Senior Associate

DSG | Storbeck

LaVerneVPAFCFO@dsgco.com

The University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against for employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (909) 448-4076.