Manager of Business Operations 530091

About the role

The Graduate College seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to oversee a broad portfolio of fiscal, graduate student support, and administrative operations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a key leader in managing the financial and personnel functions of the Graduate College.
• Supports approximately 17 employees, administering a $1.4 million operating budget.
• Coordinates university-wide programs impacting more than 1,900 graduate assistants and millions of dollars in tuition waivers, awards, and student support funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or business administration or a related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date).
• Five years of related and progressive work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong supervisory skills.
• Expertise in budgeting, accounting, payroll, and HR administration.
• Maintains professionalism when handling complaints, disagreements, and complex situations requiring discretion and confidentiality.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage complex processes, multiple deadlines, and confidential information while serving a diverse campus community.
• Knowledge of higher education policies, financial systems, and student support programs.

Pay

The appointment length is Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice. The salary range is $54,000 - $74,000, with Salary Priority given to those applying by 2026-09-04.

Schedule

The Work Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.