JARVIS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

Vice President, Finance and Administration Hawkins,TX Reports To:

President Situation Overview ZRG has been engaged to recruit a VicePresident, Finance and Administration for Jarvis Christian University. About Jarvis Christian University Jarvis Christian University is a historically Black institution affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), offeringdegrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and master's levels. The mission of the University is to prepare a diverse population of lifelonglearners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities ofinstructional delivery. Guiding Principles In support of its mission, Jarvis Christian University hasadopted these

Guiding Principles:

Scholarship and Life-Long Learning:

To advocate life-long learning by challengingand supporting students and staff to pursue intellectual, personal and professional development.

Service:

To intentionally provide aquality experience for students, colleagues, surrounding communities and the nation through community service and civic engagement, asservice is the core of their profession.

Integrity:

To exhibit ethical behavior in and beyond the academic setting, and be goodstewards of their financial resources, acting as persons of high character guided by a commitment to transparency, fairness andhonesty.

Position Description Respect:

To embrace the doctrines of Faith, Family and Community,which ensure inclusiveness and diversity, understanding that every individual should be treated with professionalism, courtesy andkindness.

Responsibility:

To be responsible and accountable for their actions in every situation, as it relates to the College, thecommunity and the nation.

Christian Ethics:

To emphasize that the Christian spiritual path provides an ethical code that, whenfollowed, will make for a better person, a better College, a better community, and a better world. Mission Statement Jarvis Christian University is a historically Black institution, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples ofChrist), offering degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, and master's levels. The mission of the University is to prepare a diversepopulation of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and usingvaried modalities of instructional delivery. History of Jarvis Christian University Founded in 1912, JarvisChristian University has a rich legacy rooted in a commitment to education, leadership, and service. Located in Hawkins, Texas, theuniversity was established by the Christian Women's Board of Missions in partnership with the Negro Disciples of Christ to provideeducational opportunities to African Americans in the rural South. The university's namesake, Major James J. Jarvis, and his wife,Ida Van Zandt Jarvis, donated the land for the institution, laying the foundation for what would become a beacon of higher education forgenerations of students. Originally focused on providing high school-level education, Jarvis evolved into a junior college by 1927and a four-year institution in 1939, offering its first bachelor's degrees. Throughout its history, Jarvis Christian University hasremained true to its founding principles of academic excellence, faith-based values, and a commitment to serving underserved communities.

Today, the university offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs, preparing students for leadership roles in a globalsociety. As an institution affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Jarvis continues to uphold its mission ofempowering students through a transformative, Christ-centered education that fosters leadership, integrity, and a commitment to socialjustice. Administrative Divisions of the University Officeof the President Division of Academic Affairs Division of Enrollment Management and Retention Division of Institutional Advancement & Development Division of Student Affairs Divisionof Finance and Administration Admissions Office of Admissions Office of Financial Aid Office of the Registrar Office of Scholarships Post Secondary Success Grant Academic Affairs Division of Humanities, Arts & Sciences Division of Professional Studies Graduate School Jarvis Online (JOL) Program Institutional Research and Effectiveness Student Success Services UpwardBound Office of Career Services Olin Library & Communication Center

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Office of Residence Life Campus Life Office of Counseling and Health Services The University Concert Choir Office of Religious Life Position TheVice-President, Finance and Administration serves as the chief fiscal officer for the University. This position is responsible for allaspects of the finances including the Business Office/Controller, Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Payroll, and Purchasing. The VicePresident ensures the accurate interpretation and analysis of financial results while providing analyses and justification of budgets,forecasts, and long-range financial plans. The Vice President is responsible for safeguarding the University's financial resources,strengthening financial controls, and ensuring sound fiscal stewardship in support of the University's mission and strategic priorities. Position Description Role and Responsibilities Lead the University's financialstrategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term fiscal sustainability; Develop financial models that support enrollment growth,student retention, and institutional priorities; Oversee accounting, financial reporting, cash flow, investments, audits, andinternal controls; Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, financial aid, grants, and Title III fundingrequirements; Identify and evaluate opportunities to strengthen and diversify institutional revenue while ensuring long-termfinancial sustainability; Leverage financial data, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve decision-making, forecasting, andfinancial performance; Advise the President and Board on financial performance, risks, and strategicinitiatives; Collaborate with campus leaders to align financial resources with academic and student success goals; Lead anddevelop a high-performing Business and Finance team focused on service, accountability, and continuous improvement; Foster a cultureof fiscal stewardship, transparency, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving across the University; Set institutionalfinancial objectives in cooperation with President, policy and practice; Maintain an internal control system to ensure thatfinancial transactions are based upon established procedures; Oversee the development and preparation of all monthly and annualfinancial reports for the President of the University and the Board of Trustees and other reports as required; Coordinate the annualaudit, including supplying auditors with all necessary information; Position description Prepare the Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) component of the audit; Distribute audited financial statements to banks,rating agencies, clearinghouses, governmental entities, and other stakeholders; Present and discuss monthly financial statements atboard meetings, to cabinet, and other stakeholders as designated by the President; Direct the development, implementation,maintenance, and continuous improvement of financial policies, procedures, controls, and business processes; Ensure the appropriateallocation and stewardship of financial resources in alignment with institutional priorities; Provide executive oversight oftreasury management, banking relationships, liquidity, debt obligations, and financing arrangements; Interact with internal andexternal constituencies on budgeting, auditing, and other matters; Analyze budgets and forecasts; Support institutionalpriority-setting and resolve financial issues consistent with University policies, strategic goals, and availableresources; Evaluate financial risks, opportunities, and trade-offs and communicate their potential impact on the University and itsoperating units; Develop and maintain strong financial planning, forecasting, and scenario-modeling practices to support executivedecision-making; Maintain high-level interaction with the President and other administrative staff; Advise the President onfinancial performance, fiscal strategy, financial risks, and major financial commitments; Partner with University leadership andexternal advisors on banking, investments, insurance, financing, audit, tax, and other financial matters; Other dutiesassigned. Qualifications Knowledge, skills, and qualifications Thesuccessful candidate should have preferably eight (8) years of progressive financial leadership experience, with demonstrated responsibilityfor budgeting, financial reporting, accounting, compliance, and strategic financial management. Additionally, candidates will possess many,if not all, of the following traits, experiences, and abilities: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, businessadministration, or a closely related field required; master's degree preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)preferred. Experience leading finance and technology functions in higher education preferred. Extensive knowledge ofPowerFAIDS, G5, Common Origination and Disbursement (COD), and other federal and state financial aid and reporting systems, includingimplementation and compliance best practices. Familiarity with Jenzabar EX or comparable higher education financial managementsystems; Demonstrated knowledge of financial management, accounting standards, internal controls, and compliance requirementsapplicable to higher education and nonprofit institutions; Excellent knowledge of all aspects of banking, cashmanagement; First-hand experience with negotiating and establishing financing arrangements; Experience with managinginvestor relations; Familiarity with reporting, filing, audit, tax, debt, and regulatory compliance requirements applicable tononprofit higher education institutions; Strong management, delegation skills and leadership ability; Presentationskills; Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, understandable terms for non-financialconstituencies; Ability to assess financial operations, recommend improvements, and implement effective financial policies,processes, and controls. Senior Management Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt, Ph. D. 13th President &CEO Jarvis Christian University Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt as the university's 13th president,effective July 1, 2023. She succeeds Dr. Lester C. Newman, who served as the JCU President for 11 years. Dr. Lee-Pruitt brings awealth of experience and knowledge to the university, including higher education administration and academic affairs, having served assecond in command and as a member of the executive cabinet since August 2012 as the provost and vice president for Academic Affairs atJarvis. She has been instrumental in increasing student enrollment, increasing articulation agreements, and establishing the RenaissanceProgram for Adult Learners on the JCU campus and the JCU Dallas Teaching Site. She has also provided leadership in enhancing academicprogram offerings, which include online degree completion programs and two online graduate programs. Previously, she served atMississippi Valley State University as dean of University College and First Year Experience, director of Community/Service Learning,director of the Renaissance Learning Adult Education Program, and tenured professor in the Department of Social Work. Position Description An ordained elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Lee-Pruitt is a highlysought-after speaker and presenter. She also is active in campus, community, and ministry activities. She holds a Bachelor of Social Workdegree from Jackson State University, a Master of Social Work degree from Temple University, a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Social Workfrom Jackson State University, and a Master of Divinity from Payne Theological Seminary. Additionally, she has complete the Harvard Seminarfor New Presidents, Clark Atlanta University's HBCU Executive Leadership Institute, the Council of Independent Colleges' PresidentialVocation and Institutional Mission Program, and the Millennium Leadership Institute. A recipient of numerous honors, awards, andrecognitions including Faculty of the Year and the UNCF Trailblazer Award, Dr. Lee-Pruitt a visionary leader whose distinguished career inhigher education, ministry, and public service reflects her deep commitment to student success, institutional advancement, andtransformative leadership within the HBCU community. Why is this a compelling position? Benefits Medical, dental, vision, free basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, voluntarycritical illness insurance, voluntary accident insurance, short-term disability insurance, and 403B with a 3% company match(Voya); Paid sick leave, vacation leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave; Paid holidays; 50% tuition discountfor employees and dependents; Career professional development; 501C3 (Student Loan Forgiveness Program). Jarvis Christian University in the News August 5, 2026 Jarvis Christian University Prepares to Welcome Returning Students for Upperclassmen Move-In Day August 3,2026 Jarvis ChristianUniversity Welcomes New Students with Orientation and Move-In Day July 31, 2026 National Higher Education LeaderAddresses Incoming Class July 29, 2026 Faculty and Staff Institute Fall '26 July27, 2026 Dr. Pruitt to Preachat Smith Chapel A.M.E. Church Location Hawkins is a small East Texas community in Wood County,approximately 20 miles north of Tyler. Surrounded by the wooded Piney Woods region, it offers a quiet, rural atmosphere withconvenient access to larger employment and service centers. Hawkins is home to Jarvis Christian University, a historically Black university,and was officially designated the "Pancake Capital of Texas." Nearby Lake Hawkins provides opportunities for fishing, boating,camping, and picnicking. Hawkins Independent School District provides local public education. Its student-support programs includegifted and talented education, dyslexia services, special education, bilingual and English-language instruction, and Section 504accommodations. Jarvis Christian University provides nearby undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities. Families should confirmcurrent attendance boundaries, transportation arrangements, and specialized-program availability directly with the district. Hawkinsis located along U.S. Highway 80, providing connections toward Mineola, Gladewater, and Longview, while Farm-to-Market Road 14 connects thecommunity with Tyler. Daily transportation is primarily automobile-based, and residents commonly drive to Tyler or Longview for employment,specialized healthcare, major shopping, and entertainment. Tyler Pounds Regional Airport is the nearest commercial airport, while theDallas-Fort Worth area offers substantially more domestic and international flight options. Hawkins can appeal to people seekingaffordable housing, additional land, outdoor recreation, and a slower pace of life. Hawkins offers more recreation thannightlife-nature is essentially the local entertainment director. Lake Hawkins is the community's primary recreational destination,featuring a sandy swimming beach, fishing pier, boat launch, campsites, picnic areas, and opportunities for kayaking and boating. The lakealso hosts seasonal activities such as fireworks, community gatherings, and boating events. Texas Parks and Wildlife The nearbyMineola Nature Preserve provides almost 3,000 acres for hiking, mountain biking, birdwatching, horseback riding, fishing, disc golf,archery, camping, and wildlife viewing. To apply, please visit: https://www.zrgpartners.com/jobboard/jarvis-christian-university Interview Process ZRG provides our global Clients with a rigorous and patented assessment platform groundedin data and analytics. Our interview process includes the following: Initial interviews with ZRG ZRG presentation ofcandidates to Client for calibration and discussion; Client selects candidates for consideration and initial interviews Candidatescomplete ZRG's on-line assessment Finalist candidates advance to second and third round interviews with broader leadershipteam Formal referencing Offer extended About ZRG ZRG is a global talent advisory firmthat is changing the way companies hire and manage talent. ZRG's data-driven approach to executive and professional search has been changingthe way clients think about how to find top talent. The company's digital Zi platform combines talent intelligence, candidate insights, andprocess improvement to dramatically deliver executive searches quicker and with proven better results. Dakota Doman ManagingDirector ddoman@zrgpartners.com Dakota Doman is a dynamic and visionaryexecutive with more than 15 years of leadership experience spanning higher education administration, executive search, organizationalstrategy, and governmental affairs. He is a Managing Director in ZRG's Education Practice, bringing a comprehensive perspective onleadership needs within academic institutions, especially Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Before ZRG, Dakotawas the President and Managing Principal of TM2 Executive Search, the only search firm founded to provide executive talent solutions toHBCUs, where his work focused on inclusive leadership recruitment, strategic talent pipelines, and governance transformation, contributingto successful placements in C-suite and senior academic roles across the country. Under his leadership, TM2 was nationally recognized forreshaping the executive hiring landscape for historically underserved institutions, and Dakota was featured in the February Black HistoryMonth edition of

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Issues in Higher Education, a national publication spotlighting leaders advancing equity and access in highereducation. Link to complete bio for DakotaDoman. Jerel Booker Principal jbooker@zrgpartners.com Jerel Booker is a senior executive and talent strategist with morethan two decades of leadership experience driving organizational performance, strengthening leadership pipelines, and advancingmission-critical priorities across higher education, K-12 systems, government, and the nonprofit sector. He most recently served asAssociate Managing Principal and Chief Operating Officer at TM² Executive Search, where he led national searches, particularly forHistorically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and oversaw enterprise operations, aligning people, processes, and technology toaccelerate firm-wide growth and deliver measurable client impact. Jerel's career includes influential leadership roles across stateand institutional systems. He has served as Associate Vice President at Coppin State University, Executive Director of Stand for ChildrenTexas, and Associate Commissioner for Educator Quality and Student Policy Initiatives at the Texas Education Agency. Earlier in his career,he served on the staff of the Governor of Maryland, where he was responsible for government relations policy related to K-12 education,higher education, criminal justice, and minority business development. He also served as Assistant Deputy Commissioner at the Texas HigherEducation Coordinating Board, directing division operations, staffing, and statewide institutional compliance across core statutoryareas. Jerel holds a bachelor's degree in journalism/public relations from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Science incriminology from the University of Baltimore, and a Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law. Link to complete bio for Jerel Booker.