Business Manager

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont in Burlington, VT seeks a Business Manager to lead the business operations for Student Involvement and Davis Center Operations and Events within Student Life. You will manage budgets, contracts, procurement, and equipment planning while aligning with institutional priorities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong HR, analytics, and communication skills. Exempt, 37.5 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related area; 3–5 years of related experience required.
• Budget management, coordination and analysis; HR and employee relations experience required.
• Ability to develop and implement business processes; strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with productivity software; intermediate–advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, planning and problem solving.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise HR/financial software such as PeopleSoft and PeopleAdmin.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the business operations lead for Student Involvement and Davis Center Operations and Events within the Department of Student Life.
• Oversee budgeting, contracting, procurement, capital and equipment planning, and compliance-related functions.
• Act as liaison to central HR and support recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation.

Skills

Budget management

HR & employee relations

Strategic planning

Process improvement

Communication skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

PeopleSoft

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

PeopleSoft

PeopleAdmin

Job description

Business Manager

As a member of the Division of Student Affairs (DOSA) business management team, serve as the business operations lead for Student Involvement and Davis Center Operations and Events within the Department of Student Life. Manage financial resources, human resources, and business operations in alignment with departmental, divisional, and institutional priorities. Partner with Student Life and DOSA leadership on strategic planning, financial and staffing analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

Oversee budgeting, contracting, procurement, capital and equipment planning, and compliance-related business functions. Serve as the primary liaison to central HR and support recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation. Ensure effective operational processes, training, and internal controls that support efficient and compliant business operations.

Supervise a Business Operations Coordinator, contribute to facilities and equipment planning and management, and project management. May represent Student Life or DOSA on institutional committees and with internal and external stakeholders. Promote an inclusive and welcoming environment and support the mission and priorities of Student Life, DOSA, and the University of Vermont.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related area and three to five years related experience required. Budget management, coordination and analysis; and human resource and employee relations experience required. Demonstrated ability to actively engage in developing and implementing business processes. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with productivity software, with intermediate to advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications required. Effective organizational skills and ability to think critically, plan effectively, and problem solve.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, enterprise HR and financial software such as PeopleSoft and PeopleAdmin.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a higher education setting.

Anticipated Pay Range

$75,000-$80,000

Special Conditions

A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

No

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Department

Student Life/30454

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12