Assistant Director of Business Operations - Lincoln, United States - University of Nebraska

Description

Position Information

Position Information


Working Title
Assistant Director of Business Operations


Department
Midwest Roadside Safety Facility-1070


Requisition Number
S_240087


Posting Open Date
02/01/2024


Application Review Date:
(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
02/22/2024


Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Description of Work

As a leader within the Business division of MwRSF, the function and responsibilities of this position are to advise and assist the MwRSF Director on business and program-related activities to maintain high productivity and improve the efficiency of operations within the facility.

Complete rate studies, as needed, to update MwRSF Service Center charge rates and work with appropriate offices to update approved charge rates.

Liaison between other University departments and offices, State and Federal agencies as well as private corporations and business. Serve as a point of contact to MwRSF for prospective research sponsors. Advise, assist, prepare, coordinate and monitor final preparation, submission and awarded research proposals. Plan, organize and coordinate conferences and workshops. Manage and maintain department operational and financial activities. Coordinate and complete all business-related activities within MwRSF including record maintenance and retention. Prepare special reports concerning MwRSF activities, supervise administrative staff, monitor and prepare reports for awarded research proposals. Position will be responsible for strategic decision-making, center improvement, and growth.

Maintain and complete HR records and activities; new hire paperwork, onboarding, offboarding, payroll entries, unanet timesheet and project time distribution, etc.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve.

The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.

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Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or closely related field plus 4 years of experience in business office operations and management, in particular, accounts payable and financial reporting required.

Experience with accounting and business applications, including spreadsheet software essential.

Ability to read financial reports and interpret the data; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with little instruction; and ability to independently analyze problems and provide solutions necessary.

Extensive knowledge of business office operations and management, in particular, accounts payable and financial reporting required. Knowledge of accounting and business applications, including spreadsheet software essential. Must have excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in business administration or closely related field. Experience with grants administration and use of SAP financial program. Demonstrated history of the ability to work as a team member and to work independently. Experience with proposal for submission. Experience with managing a grant from award to closing. Experience with entering transactions into SAP. Experience with project management software, Unanet. Experience with NURamp.


Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
No


Physical Required
No


Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No


Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes


Posted Salary
$70,032/yr. minimum


How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Cathy Norquest


Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional


Job Type
Full-Time


Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE


Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Yes


If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date