Chief Financial Officer

Job Posting:

Chief Financial Officer

Ursuline Academy of Dallas

Dallas, TX

Ursuline Academy of Dallas, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for young women, invites nominations and applications for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Infused by the spirit of Serviam - “I will serve” - this is an exceptional opportunity for a mission-driven financial leader to join a distinguished institution rooted in the Ursuline tradition of academic excellence, service, and leadership.

The CFO serves as a key member of the administrative leadership team, providing strategic oversight of all financial operations and aligning resources with the Academy’s mission and long-term priorities. Reporting directly to the President, Dr. Andrea Shurley – in her third year in the role – the CFO also supports the Board of Trustees and plays a leadership role in matters related to the Ursuline Academy Foundation.

Ursuline Academy operates from a position of strength. The school recently completed a transformative $80+ million capital campaign that has significantly enhanced the campus through new construction and major renovations, including upgraded academic, performing arts, and athletic facilities. These investments have positioned the Academy to deliver an exceptional educational experience while supporting continued growth and programmatic excellence.

At a time of continued institutional momentum, Ursuline seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who can steward its financial resources, strengthen operational systems, and support the Academy’s ongoing commitment to empowering young women to lead and serve. This is a unique opportunity to reinforce a strong financial and operational foundation while helping to shape the next chapter of Ursuline Academy’s growth and impact.

The successful CFO at Ursuline will be a:

• Strategic Architect who aligns financial planning with mission and long-term institutional goals, including campus expansion, capital investment, and sustained enrollment-driven growth.
• Trusted Advisor who provides clear, actionable financial insights to the President and Board, supporting a governance structure that includes both Academy and Foundation boards and multiple committees.
• Collaborative Partner who builds strong relationships across a close-knit leadership team and supports department leaders in a highly relational, mission-centered school environment.
• Operational and Systems Leader who drives process improvement and leads the modernization of financial systems, enhancing efficiency, data access, and cross-functional integration.
• Organizational Leader who inspires and develops a loyal, high-performing team across finance, human resources, and operations, fostering a culture of service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Campus Steward who provides strategic oversight of facilities, security, and auxiliary operations, while contributing to long-term planning for newly acquired property and future campus development.
• Mission-Aligned Leader who embraces the spirit of servant leadership and reflects Ursuline’s values in decision-making, leadership style, and engagement with the school community.

About Ursuline Academy of Dallas

Ursuline Academy of Dallas serves more than 900 young women in grades 9–12. As the only all-girls Catholic college preparatory high school in the Dallas area, Ursuline offers a distinctive educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, leadership development, faith, and personal growth.

The Academy delivers a rigorous and highly personalized academic program. Ursuline complements its strong academic foundation with robust programs in the arts, athletics, leadership, and community engagement, creating a well-rounded student experience.

Grounded in a strong sense of community and supported by a dedicated faculty, staff, and engaged Board of Trustees, Ursuline continues to build on a position of institutional strength as it prepares the next generation of young women for success in college and beyond.

Search Process

Ursuline Academy of Dallas has engaged NBOA Advisory Services to lead the search for its next Chief Financial Officer. This search is being conducted in close partnership with Head of School Dr. Andrea Shurley and her CFO Search Committee. It reflects the school’s commitment to identifying a strategic, mission-aligned financial and operations leader to help shape Ursuline's future.

Download the Ursuline CFO Search Position Profile at

https://www.nboaadvisoryservices.com/ursuline-academy

All inquiries, nominations, and questions should be directed in confidence to:
 James Palmieri, CEO and Search Lead
 jpalmieri@nboaadvisoryservices.com
 

Please do not contact the school directly.

Interested candidates should express interest by applying via the form at

https://www.nboaadvisoryservices.com/ursuline-academy

You will be asked to upload a cover letter expressing your interest in the position and alignment with Ursuline’s mission and values, as well as a current résumé. As the process proceeds, selected candidates may be asked to submit additional information, including responses to leadership and job-specific assessments, and a list of five professional references.
 

Search Timeline

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
• Priority will be given to applications received by July 31, 2026
• The position is open until filled, with a desired start date of January 2027
• The salary range for this position will be highly competitive with peer schools regionally and commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications
• Ursuline offers a comprehensive compensation benefits package designed to support the personal and professional well-being of its employees

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ursuline Academy of Dallas is committed to providing equal opportunity regarding its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, diversity, sex, national origin, marital status, religion, disability/handicap or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws unless a particular status protected by federal, state or local laws contradicts or is inconsistent with the religious mission and moral standards of the School as determined by the School, its Sponsor, the Diocese of Dallas, and/or the Catholic Church.