Job Description:

Department:

NC Botanical Garden-525000

Career Area :

Accounting/Finance/Auditing

Posting Open Date:

10/11/2024

Application Deadline:

10/24/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Business Officer

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20064232

Vacancy ID:

NF0008582

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

11/11/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The North Carolina Botanical Garden (NCBG) has been a leader in native plant conservation, horticulture, and education in the southeastern United States for more than 50 years. As part of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, we further the University's tripartite teaching, research, and public service mission through our own mission to inspire understanding, appreciation, and conservation of plants and to advance a sustainable relationship between people and nature. As a garden focused on conserving the biodiversity of southeastern native plants, we recognize that just as biodiversity is critical to a healthy ecosystem, diversity in people and perspectives makes our organization and community stronger. NCBG is committed to creating an environment in our gardens and natural areas where everyone's voice is heard and everyone feels safe and welcome.

Position Summary:

The North Carolina Botanical Garden (Garden), given its size and complexity, it is imperative that the Garden has a senior level leadership position to ensure appropriate oversight of all Garden business and operations. This position reports directly to the Director of the Garden and serves as a key member of Garden's Senior Leadership Team. As such, the Business Officer (BO) oversees all business and operations functions provided by staff and works collaboratively with other Garden leaders to develop and implement strategic plans. This position has comprehensive authority over all operations of the Garden including financial management of the Garden's $12.7M budget ($4.7M operational budget and $8M in endowments), coordinates human resource requests with the Provost Shared Services Office, the Garden Shop, Facility Management and Rentals, and IT management. The Business Officer also plays a key role in setting policy and charting a long-term direction for the organization.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Ability to work with a high degree of independence. Strong planning, analysis, management skills and demonstrated leadership ability in supervising and developing staff are required. Experience in understanding business processes and re-engineering those to work efficiently and effectively is essential. Strong communication and coalition-building skills are vital, as is a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaborative decision making in the workplace. Experience developing and administering budgets. Ability to develop and negotiate contracts related to revenue. Experience with University accounting systems including but not limited to Infoporte, PeopleSoft, and MIP.


Occasional night and weekend work required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Prefer five to ten years of experience managing operations for a complex organization with a track record of increasing responsibilities over this time. Extensive supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience developing and administering complex budgets.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

-Ability to safely lift or move up to 25 lbs with or without accommodations.
-Ability to work out of doors for extended periods.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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