Business Office Specialst

Arizona State University; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible work schedules

Career development

Job summary

Arizona State University in Tempe seeks a half-time Business Office Specialist to support administration, student employment, compliance, and reporting under supervision of the Senior Program Manager.

The role handles onboarding, Workday/HCM integration, payroll activity, and wage- adjustment requests, while coordinating with staff on guest artist activities and maintaining accurate records for reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two years in related work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversees student worker hiring, onboarding, payroll, and related processes.
• Coordinates international student employment matters with Sprintax and HR systems.
• Manages guest artist coordination and reporting tasks.
• Maintains records and prepares reports; ensures training compliance.
• Drafts correspondence and supports policy improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Workday HCM

PeopleSoft

Adobe

Canvas

Interfolio

Google Docs

Airtable

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Business Office SpecialstApply: Campus: Tempe: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 23, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR128055**Job Profile:**Administrative Support Assistant 2 Non-Exempt**Job Family:**Administrative Support**Time Type:**Part time**Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.****Minimum Qualifications:**High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Provides routine administrative support to a department or group of professionals in support of department goals.**Job Description:** The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts seeks a half-time Business Office Specialist that works under general supervision of the Senior Program Manager. Selected candidate will provide administrative, student employment, compliance, records, reporting, guest artist support, and other general business office projects as assigned. **Position Salary Range:*** $21.20 - $24.03 per hour within posted range. **Essential Duties:*** Manages student employment processes for the School of Music, Dance and Theatre.* Coordinates student worker and graduate teaching assistantship hiring processes, including onboarding, Workday HCM integration, offer letters, payroll activity, and activity pay processing.* Addresses student worker Federal Work Study and Social Security Number requests.* Implements student worker wage increase requests.* Manages international student employment matters related to Sprintax and employment authorization.* Coordinates guest artist activity in collaboration with other staff for the School of Music, Dance and Theatre, from initial contact through final payment.* Tracks departmental compliance with required training and follows up as needed to support timely completion.* Maintains records requiring classification, organization, and compilation of varied information.* Compiles special reports or studies requiring analysis of complex or technical data; identifies appropriate sources, extracts necessary information, and performs specialized calculations.* Drafts correspondence, responds to questions or complaints, and makes adjustments within established guidelines.* Recommends changes to policies or procedures affecting assigned functions.* Plans, organizes, and prioritizes workload to meet established deadlines.* Performs other duties as assigned. **Desired Qualifications:*** Evidence of effective communication skills.* Experience working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.* General knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including the effective use of technology.* Experience performing work that requires attention to detail, accuracy, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills.* Experience working effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities and potentially conflicting deadlines.* Experience with ASU human resources databases, software, and processes, such as PeopleSoft, Workday HCM, Adobe, Canvas, Interfolio, Google Docs, Airtable, and Microsoft Office Suite applications.* Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of human resource administration.* Demonstrated commitment to exemplary customer service, including active listening, timely response to inquiries, ownership of concerns or problems, professionalism, subject matter expertise, and ongoing professional development.* Experience with problem solving and decision-making in a complex organization.* Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.* Experience using personal computers and related software applications.* Experience recording and compiling materials for reports. **Working Environment:*** Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.* Regular use of standard office equipment including but not limited to computer workstation / laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, copier, and telephone.**Department Statement:**The Herberger Institute comprises six schools: ASU FIDM; the School of Art; The Design School; The Sidney Poitier New American Film School; The GAME School; and the School of Music, Dance and Theatre; as well as the ASU Art Museum and the ASU FIDM Museum. With programs ranked top 20 and more than 135 degree and certificate options in art, architecture, dance, design, fashion, film, gaming, media arts and sciences, music, and more, plus expert faculty, state-of-the-art immersive media facilities, notable performing arts venues, and national and international partnerships, the Herberger Institute is a powerhouse of art, culture and design and a model of inclusive excellence.In a rapidly changing world, design and the arts aren’t luxuries—they’re essential. At the Herberger Institute, we harness the transformative power of creativity to solve real-world challenges and shape a more compassionate, connected future.Our students work across disciplines—combining science, engineering, design, storytelling and the arts—to create solutions that benefit people and the planet. We’re expanding access, removing barriers and providing the resources students need to thrive, because the talent to shape the future is already here.Together, we’re designing not just new careers, but new systems of care, connection and possibility.https://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu/Why work at ASU - https://cfo.asu.edu/why-work-asu: Total compensation at ASU is defined as more than the salary paid for the valuable work performed to support the success of our ASU students. It includes:* Salary and wages paid* Comprehensive package of affordable benefit plans and programs* Access to world-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates* ASU's total compensation estimator shows the approximate value of your overall compensationASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.Flexible work options * Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times.* Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.**Driving Requirement:**Driving is not required for this position.**Location:**Campus: Tempe**Funding:**No Federal Funding**Instructions to Apply:**Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:* Cover letter* Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered. **Important:** Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete. **ASU Statement:**Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. **Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:**In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources. ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASUCompensation Estimator**Employment Verification Statement:**ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.**Background Check Statement:**ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.**Fingerprint Check Statement:**This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.