Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance
The Administrative Services Division of Montana State University Billings consists of the Business, Finance, and Operations departments of the University. Administrative Services is comprised of the following areas:
Susan Simmers
Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance
This office is responsible for the leadership of the Administrative Services Division. It serves as the Chief Financial Office of the campus. All campus insurance is handled in this office as well as central contract review, central resources for state, federal, Board of Regents, rules, regulations, policies, and laws.
Campus Insurance Issues & Forms
Susan Simmers
Insurance claims and general information regarding property and liability coverage are handled through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance.
See also:
Strategic Planning
Administrative Services 2011 Strategic Plan
Administrative Services 2011 Training Survey
Administration and Finance Training
Administrative Services Offices
Business Services
Director: Barb Shafer
Business Services is responsible for the University purchasing, accounts payable, cashiering, Perkins Loan Program management, accounts receivable, mail services, and printing services.
Director: Vacant
The Budget Office is responsible for internal and external budget development, monitoring
and balancing. This office also serves as the University internal auditor.
Policies & Procedures
Director: Chris Eagan
Facilities Services is responsible for all campus construction projects, architectural
and engineering services needed by the University, grounds, repair and maintenance,
custodial, and temperature control.
Policies & Procedures
Director: Heather Hanna
Financial Services is responsible for accounting and financial reporting, payroll,
grants and contracts management, internal campus recharges, property management, and
cash and investment management.
Policies & Procedures
Interim Director: Jody Stahl
Human Resources is responsible for the University recruitment and retention of employees,
benefits administration, employee and labor relations, equal employment opportunity,
Americans with Disabilities Act, University training program, new employee orientation,
affirmative action, and diversity.
Policies & Procedure
Risk Management and Safety Office
Coordinator: Denis Otterness
Promoting a safe university environment and regulatory compliance through expertise and assistance.
Chief: Denis Otterness
The Campus Police are responsible for the safety and security of the campus as well
as parking and the motor pool.
Policies & Procedures
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