University of South Florida
FIO Budget Director
University of South Florida, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739
Organizational Summary
The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) is engaged in marine research, education, and resource management at the University of South Florida. FIO provides collaborative opportunities across academia, government, and private sector for educational, training, research, and public outreach for students and scientists across the state of Florida. The FIO currently operates a fleet of oceanographic research vessels and a marine facility (Keys Marine Lab) which supports and enables research and education across the state of Florida, offering unique opportunities for college‑level education and research studying marine ecosystems. FIO acquired the Research Vessel Western Flyer in November 2022, which will be used to expand upon educational and research activities through the use of the deep‑sea remotely operated vehicle (ROV) Taurus.
For nearly half a century, Florida's coastline and marine life has been protected and monitored by the Florida Institute of Oceanography providing a shared resource across the State University System (SUS). The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) is an Institute of the University of South Florida (USF) encompassing a Consortium that consists of 35 members across the State. Established by the Florida Board of Governors, FIO provides support and shares marine science resources between the state’s universities and private, nonprofit marine research entities. FIO operates the R/V Western Flyer, R/V Weatherbird II, R/V Hogarth and the Keys Marine Laboratory in Layton, Florida. The Keys Marine Laboratory (KML) is a full‑service marine field station and a regional hub supporting academic, research, and restoration for the local, state, and international science communities since 1992. KML is a satellite campus for USF.
Combined, these platforms have supported over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students statewide since 2009, allowing students to connect first‑hand with scientific research conducted along Florida's coast. FIO operates under a Memorandum of Understanding with 34 institutions and agencies engaged in marine research, education and resources management, including all 12 public universities providing collaborative opportunities across academia, government, and private sector for educational, training, research and public outreach opportunities for students and scientists across Florida.
Position Description The FIO Budget Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all financial planning and resource stewardship functions across the Florida Institute of Oceanography. The role establishes fiscal policy, oversees multi‑year budget development, manages reporting and compliance, and supports mission execution for research vessels, marine operations, education programs, and state‑sponsored initiatives. This includes:
Leads annual and multi‑year budget planning for vessel operations, marine science programs, capital projects, and administrative units.
Develops revenue and expenditure forecasts and conducts scenario analyses to guide leadership decisions.
Maintains internal budget controls and ensures appropriate cost allocation across vessels, projects, and funding sources.
Produces monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for FIO leadership, USF, state agencies, legislative committees, and external partners.
Monitors budget vs. actual performance and implements corrective actions and spending controls as needed.
Oversees compliance with state regulations, USF fiscal policies, and grant/contract requirements.
Supports the integration of sponsored research funding into FIO’s financial plan. Coordinates with PIs, USF research administration, and partner institutions to ensure accurate budgeting, invoicing, and cost recovery.
Analyzes vessel recharge rates and fee structures; recommends adjustments to maintain financial sustainability. Advises on long‑term financial strategies for fleet modernization, dry‑dock cycles, major repairs, and future vessel acquisitions. Supports capital investment requests with cost‑benefit analyses and life‑cycle projections. Collaborates with the FIO leadership and partner institutions to align financial resources with operational requirements. Presents budget materials to the FIO Council, USF Finance units, and legislative stakeholders. Performs other duties as assigned.
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For nearly half a century, Florida's coastline and marine life has been protected and monitored by the Florida Institute of Oceanography providing a shared resource across the State University System (SUS). The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) is an Institute of the University of South Florida (USF) encompassing a Consortium that consists of 35 members across the State. Established by the Florida Board of Governors, FIO provides support and shares marine science resources between the state’s universities and private, nonprofit marine research entities. FIO operates the R/V Western Flyer, R/V Weatherbird II, R/V Hogarth and the Keys Marine Laboratory in Layton, Florida. The Keys Marine Laboratory (KML) is a full‑service marine field station and a regional hub supporting academic, research, and restoration for the local, state, and international science communities since 1992. KML is a satellite campus for USF.
Combined, these platforms have supported over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students statewide since 2009, allowing students to connect first‑hand with scientific research conducted along Florida's coast. FIO operates under a Memorandum of Understanding with 34 institutions and agencies engaged in marine research, education and resources management, including all 12 public universities providing collaborative opportunities across academia, government, and private sector for educational, training, research and public outreach opportunities for students and scientists across Florida.
Position Description The FIO Budget Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all financial planning and resource stewardship functions across the Florida Institute of Oceanography. The role establishes fiscal policy, oversees multi‑year budget development, manages reporting and compliance, and supports mission execution for research vessels, marine operations, education programs, and state‑sponsored initiatives. This includes:
Leads annual and multi‑year budget planning for vessel operations, marine science programs, capital projects, and administrative units.
Develops revenue and expenditure forecasts and conducts scenario analyses to guide leadership decisions.
Maintains internal budget controls and ensures appropriate cost allocation across vessels, projects, and funding sources.
Produces monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for FIO leadership, USF, state agencies, legislative committees, and external partners.
Monitors budget vs. actual performance and implements corrective actions and spending controls as needed.
Oversees compliance with state regulations, USF fiscal policies, and grant/contract requirements.
Supports the integration of sponsored research funding into FIO’s financial plan. Coordinates with PIs, USF research administration, and partner institutions to ensure accurate budgeting, invoicing, and cost recovery.
Analyzes vessel recharge rates and fee structures; recommends adjustments to maintain financial sustainability. Advises on long‑term financial strategies for fleet modernization, dry‑dock cycles, major repairs, and future vessel acquisitions. Supports capital investment requests with cost‑benefit analyses and life‑cycle projections. Collaborates with the FIO leadership and partner institutions to align financial resources with operational requirements. Presents budget materials to the FIO Council, USF Finance units, and legislative stakeholders. Performs other duties as assigned.
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