Serving Higher Education and Municipalities

Financial operations consultant revising and updating Fiscal Management Manuals, along with its associated policies and procedures, to ensure they reflect best practices and regulatory statutes.

Responsible for ensuring the integrity of the College’s approved budget and financial reporting. This role oversees the maintenance of the budget database, provides training on system usage, and assists in the development and preparation of the College’s annual budget. Monitor budgeted position funds and manages the preparation of the budget book, along with all required county and state documentation related to the College’s operating budget. The position also leads the annual budget close-out process. Supervise and manage administrative and professional staff within financial management and general finance support functions. This role ensures compliance with all legal and institutional regulations relevant to assigned areas.

When I had the need for an interim vice president for administrative affairs, I immediately thought of Dr. Mitchell. She provided strong leadership not only to the Administrative Affairs Division but also wise counsel to me and was a trusted Senior Level Cabinet member. Dr. Mitchell also graciously agreed to continue to serve Oakton as the chief negotiator for a contract with our full-time faculty. Dr. Mitchell is a thoughtful, collaborative leader. Joi Smith, President

 I engaged Dr. Judy Mitchell to help my institution go through a significant transition within our budget and finance area. There were also many parts of our operation that needed to be completely redesigned to meet state deadlines and to model best practices. I knew about the depth of her professional experience in finance and administration, as well as her service as a College President, and I knew she was the person we needed to 'right' our financial ship. She first worked with our institutional effectiveness areas in the design of our new four-year strategic plan. She then took a leadership role in my Cabinet as our Interim CFO, where she took a deep dive into our policies, procedures, and practices. She expertly assessed our current state, and  quickly came up with dozens of recommendations and process improvements that we are now implementing with our new permanent CFO and Controller. She acted promptly, professionally, and with a sincere care for our culture and the people in it. Dr. Mitchell is a skilled leader, communicator, and strategic thinker, and when coupled with her technical skills in her field, it makes her the ideal partner across a range of institutional needs.  Dr. Michael Anthony, President 

 The Romeoville Area Chamber of Commerce sincerely appreciates Dr. Judy Mitchell's exemplary leadership as Interim CEO/President. Her dedication and commitment to the Chamber and the Romeoville education and business communities have been truly commendable. Dr. Mitchell demonstrated an unyielding commitment to our vision, bringing her vast experience, strategic insights, and a genuine passion for community engagement to the role. Her tenure is a testament to the transformative power of dedicated leadership. I am immensely grateful for her service and am confident that the solid administrative infrastructure provided by Dr. Mitchell will serve our Chamber and community well into the future. – Dr. Yolanda Farmer, Executive Vice President for Joliet Junior College