This position may be eligible for Hybrid Work, working remotely for up to two days per week after the initial 90 days of employment.
Salary Range: $65,866/year or higher, commensurate with experience and/or education
JOB SUMMARY
The Manager, Business Operations manages budgetary, financial and human resource operations for the Central Business Office of the Division/College.
DUTIES
Manages budgetary, financial, and human resources operations for the Central Business Office of the Division/College. This includes, but is not limited to, contract administration, personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting-related functions
Participates in the preparation of the annual budget; monitoring and advising unit heads on departmental budgets; preparing budgetary and personnel reports, analyses, and projections
Processes financial and personnel documents; has signature authority up to the designed limit on financial and personnel documents; ensures that all accounting, cash handling, and inventory control systems meet acceptable standards
Works with the Division/College Business Administrator in documenting, implementing, and assessing adherence to policies and procedures of the Division/College and University; generates specialized reports
Manages the work assignments, schedules, and priorities of staff and provides guidance and training as needed
Serves as liaison with university administrative and financial offices in policy and procedure matters and problem-solving
MARGINAL DUTIES
Performs tasks related to specific department/college
Performs other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Reports:
Supervises full-time and/or part-time employees
Delegation of Work:
Supervises full-time and/or part-time employees
Supervision Given:
Makes final decisions on evaluating employee performance; hiring new employees; disciplinary actions
Makes final decision on scheduling employee work hours
Makes final decision on coaching and counseling; training; provides recommendations on handling employee grievances and complaints; and makes final decision on granting time off
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge:
Knowledge of all relevant university policies and procedures and of the related trends, issues, and accepted practices
Knowledge of basic accounting and budget management practices
Knowledge of the principles of purchasing in a higher education environment
Skills:
Good technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office and PeopleSoft; strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Abilities:
Ability to manage staff
Ability to multitask
Ability to be flexible
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community
WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary Work Location:
Works in an office environment
Physical Demands:
Work is performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; the individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing, etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
Must have precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors
Must have the ability to move items of up to 30lbs
EEO/AA
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree
Required Experience:
Minimum of four (4) years of related job experience
License/Certification:
None required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance or similar enterprise system
Knowledge of PeopleSoft HR or similar enterprise system software
