Vice President for Finance and Treasurer

Bridgewater College is seeking a Vice President for Finance and Treasurer (VPF).

Bridgewater College, located in Bridgewater, Virginia, is a private liberal arts college that offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees and is home to some 1,450 students. Located in the beautiful Central Shenandoah Valley, and coeducational since its founding in 1880, Bridgewater College offers a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a vibrant on-campus environment, with 25 intercollegiate NCAA Division III and NCEA teams, a celebrated marching band, and more than 60 student clubs and organizations.

The VPF reports directly to the President and is a member of the President’s Executive Team. The VPF provides leadership, stewardship and direction for the financial administrative functions of the College and supervises the performance of all duties related to the control of College funds. As the College’s chief financial officer, the VPF serves as the principal advisor to the President and the Board of Trustees on all financial matters. The VPF also serves as administrative liaison for the Finance Committee, Audit Committee, and Investment Committee of the Board.

A complete Leadership Profile with additional information may be found above.

Nominations and Applications

The Search Committee will begin the review of applications immediately and continue work until an appointment is made. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by August 29th, 2025. Please direct nominations and expressions of interest or any questions regarding the application process to bridgewatercollege_vpf@agbsearch.com.

The Process

Applicants should provide:

• Letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the characteristics and  priorities expressed in the position profile
• Resume or curriculum vitae; and
• Five professional references with emails, telephone numbers, and a description of the candidate’s professional relationship with each reference listed (references will not be contacted without prior written authorization from the applicant). 

Please click here to apply for the position. Should you have any questions or encounter any difficulties with the application process, please contact: bridgewatercollege_vp@agbsearch.com 

The search is being assisted by:

Margaret Plympton, Principal, margaret.plympton@agbsearch.com, (484) 554-4542

EEO Statement 
Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.