Business Manager
Job Description
Position Number:
130036Title:
Business ManagerFunctional Title:
Business ManagerCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
CMNS-AIMCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute at Maryland (AIM) is a new, interdisciplinary academic and research unit which will serve as the hub for interdisciplinary AI work on the College Park Campus. Though AIM is being designed to scale up quickly, it is small right now and needs one business manager to initiate all business and human resources related tasks.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Education and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree and at least five years of business office work (procurement, payroll, accounting, etc.) on the UMD campus or on another college campus which uses the Workday system is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Knowledge of university, state, and federal rules and regulations
- The ability to work in a team
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Reviewing and approving pcard procurements made by other administrative personnel in the unit and completing requests for all large procurements through the central procurement office, ensuring that each transaction is allowable and executed and documented appropriately, in accordance with all campus, state, and federal policies, procedures, and laws.
- Executing the human resources functions of the unit, providing employees with information on payroll and benefits, creating and updating payroll appointments and funding sources, shepherding visa applications, and maintaining appropriate records securely.
- Reconciling all department accounts (including on-campus and foundation), via the BA4 shadow system, and submits documentation to Executive Director for review and approval on a monthly basis.
- Managing travel approval and expense requests and helping with pre-award duties, as needed. Also performs other duties and undertakes other projects as assigned.
There is definitely room for growth in this position for someone who takes initiative and shows good potential.
AIM’s mission is based in collaboration, diversity, and positive impact. We want our staff to reflect those values.
Please include the name and current contact information for 4 professional references, as part of your application materials.
Salary Information:
$80,000-100,000
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Physical Demands:
This employee must function effectively in an office environment, including having the visual acuity and dexterity to operate a computer. Must have the auditory and vocal capacity to interact with others over the telephone and in person.
This employee must function effectively in an office environment, including having the visual acuity and dexterity to operate a computer. Must have the auditory and vocal capacity to interact with others over the telephone and in person.
Posting Date:
10/14/2024Closing Date:
11/03/2024Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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