Business Manager (Springfield, MO)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Education Business Manager for the Springfield campus provides on-site leadership and coordination for administrative, operational, and strategic functions to support learners, faculty, and programs at the Springfield site.

The role centralizes oversight of key business functions—including human resources, finance, space planning, contracts, and operations—to promote consistency, compliance, and efficiency while advancing LCME accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience necessary.
• Progressive administrative/operational leadership experience preferred in higher education or healthcare.
• Strong budgeting, HR, and policy implementation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees recruitment, classification, evaluation, and development of staff to ensure alignment and equity across campuses.
• Provides guidance on performance management, workload distribution, and remote work eligibility in line with HR policies.
• Manages operating budget, salary allocations, and departmental expenditures; develops financial models.
• Strategic planning for space utilization and coordination of relocation/renovation projects.
• Supervises daily operations and provides guidance to administrative staff; supports performance management.
• Manages contract development/renewals and vendor relationships; ensures compliance and timely execution.

Skills

Human resources

Budgeting

Leadership

Operations management

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hiring Department

School of Medicine Expansion

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS BASED IN SPRINGFIELD, MO. CANDIDATES MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE AREA OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO SPRINGFIELD

The Medical Education Business Manager for the Springfield campus provides dedicated, on-site leadership and coordination for the Springfield medical education campus, ensuring that administrative, operational, and strategic functions are effectively aligned to support learners, faculty, and programs. The role centralizes oversight of key business functions—including human resources, finance, space, contractual functions, and operations—to promote consistency, compliance, and efficiency while advancing the School of Medicine’s educational mission and accreditation requirements at the Springfield site. The role ensures compliance, efficiency, and coordination of administrative operations within the Springfield campus while aligning with School of Medicine priorities and LCME accreditation standards.

Human Resources 30%

• Oversees recruitment, classification, evaluation, and development of professional and support staff to ensure operational alignment and equity across campuses.
• Provides strategic guidance on performance management, workload distribution, and remote work eligibility in compliance with university HR policies.
• Cultivates a positive and accountable workplace culture through transparent communication, recognition, and staff engagement initiatives.

Finance 30%

• Manages operating budget including salary allocations and departmental expenditures.
• Develops financial models to support leadership decision-making for future planning.
• Ensures fiscal accountability through forecasting, internal controls, and coordination with university finance offices and auditors.

Space Planning & Operations 15%

• Strategic planning for space utilization across academic facilities, balancing instructional, administrative, and student needs.
• Coordinates relocation and renovation projects to support program and accreditation requirements.
• Oversees operational logistics, building access, and safety protocols to ensure efficient and compliant use of shared facilities.

Staff Supervision 15%

• Provides day-to-day supervision and workload prioritization across administrative staff.
• Ensures efficient operations through coordination, guidance, and process oversight.
• Supports development and accountability through regular feedback and performance management.

Contracts 10%

• Manages contract development and renewals for clinical preceptors, service providers, and external partners in alignment with university policy and state regulations.
• Collaborates with legal and procurement offices to ensure timely execution of agreements and adherence to compliance standards.
• Oversees purchasing processes, vendor relationships, and inventory management to support educational and clinical operations.

Shift

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Progressive professional experience in administrative and operational roles with significant responsibility for the day-to-day oversight of human resources and financial operations, including staff supervision, recruitment, employee relations, budgeting, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, and policy implementation. Demonstrated ability to manage complex administrative functions, support strategic initiatives, and apply strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills to achieve organizational goals in higher education, healthcare, or similar professional environments.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $61,000 - $85,000 annually
Grade: GGS - 011
University Title: MGR III BUSINESS ADMIN
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume and cover letter.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Community Information

The University of Missouri School of Medicine is entering a period of strategic growth and innovation, highlighted by the UM Board of Curators’ approval to expand the Springfield clinical campus into a full four-year medical program. This expansion will increase total enrollment across Columbia and Springfield to more than 670 medical students and strengthen the university’s commitment to addressing Missouri’s physician shortage, particularly in rural regions. Beginning in 2027, first-year students will be welcomed to the Springfield campus, with fully identical curricula delivered across both sites through shared faculty, expanded simulation resources, and bi-directional livestreamed instruction. This milestone underscores the university’s broader mission to enhance statewide access to high-quality medical education and clinical care.

Complementing this statewide investment, the School of Medicine’s MOmentum curriculum redesign is transforming how future physicians are trained. MOmentum builds on MU’s long-standing learner-centered approach by integrating cutting‑edge technology, innovative teaching strategies, and comprehensive support systems to create a dynamic and effective learning environment. The redesigned curriculum emphasizes evidence-based education, active learning, individualized support, early clinical exposure, and the development of lifelong, self-directed learners prepared to navigate an increasingly complex health care landscape. Through MOmentum, the School of Medicine is charting a bold path forward, ensuring students graduate with the advanced skills, adaptability, and patient-centered mindset needed to excel in modern medicine.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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