Business Officer

Position Overview

The business officer is responsible for independently managing business and financial operations within a department or unit that includes dynamic funding sources and a variety of functional activities. The role applies broad knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and business practices to support organizational operations, interpret and apply established policies and procedures, and contribute to short‑- and long-term planning. The scope of work is focused within a defined organizational environment and does not require enterprise-wide authority or oversight of highly specialized or multifaceted operations. Employees understand and can articulate the relationship between HR programs and activities and the organization’s successful mission accomplishment. Work involves developing and maintaining productive collaborative work relationships and assessing and responding to apparent and underlying client needs. Employees interpret policies and practices in context of the client’s needs and in alignment with the organization’s best interests and advise clients regarding decisions that are impacted by laws, policies, and procedures. This position independently manages and coordinates assigned programs and operational activities, ensuring services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with established policies and procedures. The role requires full professional proficiency in planning, organizing, communication, and problem-solving, with responsibility for coordinating resources, vendors, schedules, and stakeholders to achieve defined outcomes. The position applies sound professional judgment to address routine and non-routine operational issues, prioritize workload, and support continuous service delivery. While the role may recommend improvements and support cross-functional coordination, it operates within established frameworks and does not carry responsibility for setting organizational strategy or policy direction. The scope of work reflects a fully competent professional contributor responsible for reliable execution and coordination of programs and services.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or related field
• AND 4–6+ years of progressively responsible experience with:
• Advanced Title III funding knowledge and experience
• Advanced knowledge of NC A&T procurement and purchasing
• Managing dynamic or multi-dimensional funding sources
• Financial forecasting and strategic planning
• Policy interpretation and implementation
• Skilled in the use of LMS technology for course management

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

Position Information

Working Title: Business Officer
Position Number: 007829
Recruitment Salary Range: $69,000 - $75,000
FLSA: Exempt
Appointment Type: Time Limited - Full-time
Tenure Track: No
FTE:
If Time Limited, Appointment Length: 09/30/2027
Organizational Division: CLOE
Organizational Location: Human Resources
Organizational Unit: CLOE

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: EPA3091
Open Date: 05/14/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled: 07/10/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Date Position Available: 6/1/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible EmployeesCommunity Service LeaveAetna – State Health Benefits of North CarolinaNCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more12 Paid HolidaysTeachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Campus Recreation Center DiscountUniversity Bookstore Discountand more

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have a Master's degree preferred in Human Resources, Communications, Higher Education, MBA or related field?
• How many years of Accounting experience do you have in a higher education setting?
• Please indicate your proficiency in Banner:
• Please indicate your skill level in Aggie Mart:
• What eprocurement system have you worked on in the past 5 years? What was your responsibility?