Overview
The Office of the Provost-Business Services seeks applicants for the position of Business Manager I in the School of Graduate Studies. The Business Manager I will report to the Financial Officer, and will be instrumental in providing business support and financial management to their assigned unit. This position is hybrid telework eligible within the state of Utah.
Responsibilities
- Generates/prepares written and oral reports, data verification, and budgetary processes.
- Assists Vice Provost for Graduate Studies in all budget and financial matters.
- Oversees human resource activities such as training, EPAFs, I9’s, pay, etc. and oversees/reviews various financial activities such as P-Card, financial Banner, travel, etc.
- Prepares budget, budget reconciliation, data management, and fiscal information support.
- Oversees scholarship awarding, reconciliation, and management.
- Ensures payroll and other transactions are properly recorded and processed.
- Communicates with other departments within and outside USU regarding financial matters.
- Works with college financial officers regarding graduate studies processes and procedures.
- Handles discrepancy resolution.
- Commits to integrity; performs duties with diligence in accordance with professional standards and enforce university policies and procedures.
- Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Serves in the interest of Utah State University in a lawful manner while maintaining high standards of conduct and character.
- Handles confidential information and other financial/accounting responsibilities designated by the Financial Officer. Manages projects effectively and demonstrates reliability and strong work ethic.
- Participates in short/long-range budget planning and the development, implementation, and maintenance of financial objectives.
- Responds to questions and concerns from customers.
- Implements change when appropriate.
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in a business field; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of USU’s Banner, AggieTime, EZ-Buy, Argos, ServiceNow and iCIMS systems.
- Knowledge of contracting processes and associated local, state, federal, and other regulations.
- Familiar with USU Policies and Procedures.
- Experience living/working in different cultural settings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Core Characteristics
As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
Please do not attach cover letter in the Candidate Profile; you will be instructed to copy and paste this later on in the application.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Minimum $55,000; commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
The School of Graduate Studies is a reporting unit to the Office of the Provost & Chief Academic Officer. For more information, please visit https://gradschool.usu.edu/.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
About the Region
U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
*updated 04/2024
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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
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