Business Operations Specialist

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University seeks an administrative professional to support the Stoomps Center for Communities, Families, and Children in Tallahassee. You will coordinate daily operations, assist with budget tracking, purchasing, travel, and records management, and serve as a point of contact for inquiries.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with experience or equivalent combination, strong attention to detail, customer service, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administrative operations and provide support to Center leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Process and monitor purchasing, travel, and other business transactions in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget tracking, financial reporting, expenditure monitoring, and reconciliation activities.
• Support operational planning and coordinate administrative needs with Center leadership, Program Managers, and University departments.
• Maintain accurate administrative and financial records, ensuring proper documentation and data entry.
• Serve as a point of contact for administrative inquiries and assist with resolving routine operational matters.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Stoomps Center for Communities, Families, and Children

Department

Stoomps Center for Communities, Families, and Children

The CFC Center was created by the Stoops Family Foundation, Inc. to generate and sustain translational knowledge development for effective policies, services, and usable research for the promotion of communities, families, and the children of Florida, the nation, and across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administrative operations and provide support to Center leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Process and monitor purchasing, travel, and other business transactions in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget tracking, financial reporting, expenditure monitoring, and reconciliation activities.
• Support operational planning and coordinate administrative needs with Center leadership, Program Managers, and University departments.
• Maintain accurate administrative and financial records, ensuring proper documentation and data entry.
• Serve as a point of contact for administrative inquiries and assist with resolving routine operational matters.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years' experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong customer service skills, and the ability to communicate effectively through both written and verbal communication. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, exercise critical thinking and sound judgment, and maintain a high level of professionalism while delivering quality service and support.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.