Academic Budget & Operations Partner

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University - College of Design is seeking a Business Administrator II to oversee the business affairs and operations of assigned departments within the Administrative Services Office (ASO). The role reports to the fiscal officer and collaborates with chairs, faculty, and students, handling budgets, scheduling, and policy guidance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience, with proficiency in Workday and university financial policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience in academic/organizational administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Budget and financial management using Workday; manage departmental cost centers and funds.
• Coordinate course scheduling, room assignments, and faculty records; assist chairs with meetings.
• Support faculty searches, graduate student hiring, scholarships, and departmental policies.

Skills

Budget & financial management

Administrative support

Multitasking & coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Accounting/Finance/Business Administration related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Iowa State University - College of Design is seeking a Business Administrator II to oversee the business affairs and operations of assigned departments within the Administrative Services Office (ASO). The role reports to the fiscal officer and collaborates with chairs, faculty, and students, handling budgets, scheduling, and policy guidance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience, with proficiency in Workday and university financial policies.