Department Business Administrator - University of Houston

Organization

Manages the administrative, financial, budgetary and human resources operations of a very complex university department.

1. Plans and manages the department's human and financial resources to support department objectives.
2. Provides financial accountability and ensures compliance with state, university and external funding age guidelines; responsible for all administrative and financial affairs of the department, including personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting-related issues within the department.
3. May establish the work assignments of staff and provides guidance as needed; fills vacancies, defines job duties, sets performance goals, and conducts annual performance appraisals; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action; makes recommendations on promotions and new hires.
4. Establishes or participates in the establishment of operational and administrative guidelines and inventory controls; enforces safety compliance rules and regulations.
5. May advise and assist faculty in administrative planning and provide departmental support and/or administrative oversight for sponsored research awards from federal, state, foundation and/or private funding agencies.
6. Serves as the department liaison with Central Payroll, Human Resources, Office of Sponsored Projects and other department business managers.
7. Oversees the management and maintenance of database for all personnel and payroll records.
8. Interprets university policies and procedures for faculty and staff.
9.  Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA

Additional Job Posting Information:

• Department is willing to accept relevant, current years of experience in lieu of education.
• May be eligible for Alternative Workplace Arrangements (AWA).
• Assignment based on continuation of funding.
• This position is located in the Chancellor/President Division 

The following documents are required:

• Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience applies to the posting.
• Resume.
• Complete UH application with salary history.
• Two work references. NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Bachelors and 3 years experience

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Employee Status

Job Posting