Business Operations Manager

About This Role

Business Operations Manager

Job ID: 294964

Location: Columbus State University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem\-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions \- and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full\-time benefits\-eligible employees and some of our half\-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full\-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

Office Of VP For Ac Affairs

Job Summary

Provides management and advanced level coordination business affairs and budget of a large division, college or unit. Comprehensive oversight of the budget using analysis, forecasting and financial reporting, including Foundation funds.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties and Responsibilities include: Oversees, monitors and administers the financial operations, activities and budget of the assigned division, college, unit or department.; Conducts comprehensive analysis to ensure efficient utilization of resources.; Ensures fiduciary, operational and transactional compliance and accuracy.; Facilitates interpretation and execution of applicable policies and procedures.; Reviews analyses of activities, costs, operations, and forecasts data to determine department progress toward stated goals and objectives.; Provides training and support on policies and procedures to leaders and staff.; Develops, implements and facilitates internal financial policies and procedures.; Acts in an advisory capacity to leadership.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Business, Accounting, or related field.; Five (5\) years related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.; Previous experience in managing division and operational budgets.; Previous experience managing and leading staff.; Previous experience in higher education preferred.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $73,277 \- $75,000 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, \& Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, \& Abilities include: Knowledge of management and finance principles, including accounting and budgeting.; Able to build and maintain partnering relationships with internal stakeholders and other operational departments and divisions.; Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and manage risk.; Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.; Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills.; Leadership abilities to include but not limited to personnel development, coaching, goal setting and outcome measurement.; Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, emphasis on Excel and accounting transaction systems).; Strong attention to detail and follow up skills.; Strong customer service skills and phone and e\-mail etiquette.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Michael Rothlisberger, Hiring Manager, via email at rothlisberger\_michae@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8\.2\.18\.1\.2 and can be found on\-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/\#p8\.2\.18\_personnel\_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6\.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on\-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653\.

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well\-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre\-employment drug testing for positions with high\-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

• \Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. \*

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post\-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position has financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P\-Card).

This position will not travel

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust \+ Credit \& Education

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page\=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FL\&Action\=U\&FOCUS\=Applicant\&SiteId\=30000\&JobOpeningId\=294964\&PostingSeq\=1

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