Business Manager - WIND (Wyoming Institute for Disabilities)

University of Wyoming
51,500-60,500
remote work
United States, Wyoming, Laramie
Nov 13, 2024
Business Manager - WIND (Wyoming Institute for Disabilities) The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. JOB TITLE: Business Manager JOB PURPOSE: To manage, direct, and supervise the business operations at the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND). Duties include managing personnel, budgets and financial processes, as well as office activities and services; interpreting, administering, and adhering to federal law outlining the operations of a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities; maintaining relationships with external funders and partners; and conducting special projects as set forth by the Executive Director. This person works under very limited supervision. This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment. This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Business operations. Manage and conduct business operations of WIND; act as liaison to other departments, campus administration, and outside agencies/organizations; review WIND business practices, policies and procedures for efficiency and compliance with applicable rules; participate in long-range planning and general managerial oversight. Manage and conduct all accounting procedures for WIND, including accounting for budgets, equipment, supplies, telecommunications, procurement, travel, purchase orders, payments, reconciliation with university systems, and monthly reports to directors/principal investigators. Act as liaison with college dean's office and vendors on accounting issues, with direct budget responsibility and control over budget accounts. In collaboration with principal investigators, develop grant and contract proposal budgets, submit proposals, and implement budget and cost accounting for project awards. Make recommendations regarding account expenditures to principal investigators. Assist director(s) and principal investigators with budgetary and fiscal questions. Provide routine budget reports to principal investigators and fiscal accounting reports to project managers. Manage, direct, and supervise business operations of a designated independent unit including record administration and reporting systems, development of workflow and analysis, process administration, and maintenance of forms and filing systems. Review business practices, policies and procedures; analyze data flow and perform computer reporting and file research for special projects; monitor business activity; monitor workforce distribution and planning; monitor and make recommendations regarding account expenditures. Interview, hire, train, supervise and evaluate support staff; supervise accounting and related personnel functions. Counsel staff and clients regarding policy, procedures, and guidelines; provide policy interpretations and application procedures. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Provide independent guidance and oversight to faculty, staff, and administration in the development and preparation of proposals, contracts and agreements to include budgets, documentation, and interpretation of funding requirements. Evaluate grant budgets for correct calculation of expenditure categories such as salaries, percent of effort, salary adjustment increases, fringe benefits, indirect costs, materials, and equipment. Conduct special projects; prepare special reports and studies as directed. Responsible for computerized documentation; may perform routine programming. May monitor and update fee schedules as directed. May act as liaison to departments and campus administration. COMPETENCIES: Decisiveness Individual Leadership Meeting Membership Quality Orientation Technical/Professional Knowledge Work Prioritization & Management REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Experience: 2 years work-related experience Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 4 years work-related experience, especially in organizational procedures and providing supervision to staff and/or student workers; Experience with fiscal management of grants, including pre-award budget preparation and proposal submissions; Demonstrated strong experience supervising employees. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/18/2024 will receive full consideration. HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 243182 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: 51,500-60,500 Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: Yes, 5%YesYes To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/243182/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-31dd05ed84c5dc45a04ccad3b8c72ebc