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Business Manager

Apply now Job no: 494928
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance

Department:

Office of Institutional Advancement Operations

The Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA) inspires commitment to UMBC. We lead fundraising and development initiatives to support the University’s strategic priorities and goals. We seek to engage and cultivate relationships with individuals, foundations, corporations, alumni, faculty, and colleagues using our expertise, partnerships, and resources. We are committed to thoughtfully stewarding relationships and strategically approaching opportunities that serve and support UMBC and its
community

Position Overview:

This role serves as the manager of the HR actions for OIA and its 11 departments, managing purchases , advising and initiating purchase orders, paying invoices, journal entries, Rstars, recovering funds, and allocating costs related to split funded positions or shared transactions with the State and Foundation. This position is responsible for producing department expenditure reports for State accounts or guiding the business specialist in those processes, and manages the purchase and allocation of equipment and guides others in that process.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $82,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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For 15 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For

Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available. This position requires in person work.

Responsibilities:
  • Manages HR, hiring, payroll, onboarding and personnel duties for the division in a fast paced environment.
  • Manages financial transactions including purchase orders, invoicing, payment requests, credit card purchases, and reimbursements.

  • Manages, trains and oversees Business Specialists, approving transactions and guiding work. 

  • Works closely with the SR Foundation Specialist to ensure  business support of the department and its 9 directors and other members of leadership. 
  • Monitors department state budget expenditures.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree preferably in Business Administration, Accounting, HR or related field
  • Four years experience managing multiple business functions
  • Ability to work in a highly confidential environment (A confidentiality agreement must be signed upon hire.)
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Two years of business experience in a fundraising or foundation environment
  • Three years of supervisory experience
  • SHRM & PHR or other HR certifications
  • Experience in higher education, or prior experience working at UMBC, USM or State of Maryland
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: Apply by April 11, 2025
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

  • 22 Days of Annual Leave  
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more
Salary:

Salary: $82,000 - $93,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-time
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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