Division of Professional Studies

The Business Manager, Operations (BMO), position in the Division of Professional Studies is a key leader in the Financial and Business Services unit of the Division.  The BMO supervises three Business Service Specialists and two Accounting Associates.  As a team, this group processes all financial and payroll transactions for the $45m operations of the division.  The BMO is the manager overseeing all process and policy around procurement, purchasing cards, cash receipts, journal entries, travel planning and reimbursement, catering, position management, time entry, on-boarding, leave tracking, financial reconciliations, key management and all required business functions.  Providing excellent customer service to the faculty and staff of DPS is an important focus of the BMO.

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $72,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 

• Supervise the daily work of assigned employees, often including transaction processing approvals.  Provide guidance, support and evaluate performance.
• Oversee all Division procurement activities, ensuring compliance with all State/UMBC procedure and policy.  Procurement includes oversight of multiple purchasing cards, purchases via punch out vendors, and other types of transactions such as honorariums, travel pre-approvals and reimbursements, RFQ/P, software reviews, contracts, Purchase Orders, and the like.
• Oversee all Division payroll processing, ensuring compliance with all State/UMBC procedure and policy.  Payroll includes approximately 1500 part time instructor contracts annually, 50 regular employees, and 75-100 student employees with quick turnaround processing during August, January and May.
• Oversee, enhance and maintain the Division’s request tracker (RT) platform and provide outstanding service for all those requiring support from the unit.  Engage in continuous improvement to create new efficiencies and better processes.
• Additional business-related areas such as facility related functions and special projects as assigned. 

• A Bachelors Degree

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

• At least six years of progressively responsible experience in payroll, personnel and accounting work
• At least two years of lead or supervisory experience. 
• Must be able to communicate well and collaborate effectively with individuals at multiple levels in a team-based environment.
• Requires exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and dedicated customer service skills.
• Microsoft Excel experience.

• State of Maryland procurement expertise
• State of Maryland payroll expertise
• Experience with PeopleSoft Finance and HR, PAW and REX reporting

A background check will be required. 

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

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: $72,000 - $81,000 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.

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.