Business Operations Supervisor

Larimer County; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan 401(a)

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Paid time off

Job summary

Larimer County in Colorado seeks a Business Operations Supervisor within the Natural Resources Department to oversee budget-related activities and provide high-level administrative, operational, and analytical support to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, review procedures, and collaborate across Visitor Services, Finance, IT, and leadership to implement improved processes, technology, and guidance for ongoing departmental priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Three (3) years' related experience, with one year in a supervisory role.
• Reliable transportation to work in County facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, performance management, evaluations, and setting performance standards, objectives, and goals.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor operational budgets.
• Oversee accounts payable, general ledger, and cash-handling activities.
• Ensure administrative functions are carried out effectively across units and programs.
• Establish and evaluate systems, processes, and policies to support operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance quality and efficiency.

Skills

General office practices

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

SOP comprehension

Relationship building

Attendance reliability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

Join the Larimer County Natural Resources Department as a Business Operations Supervisor!

This position oversees budget related activities and provides advanced administrative, operational, and analytical support to improve departmental effectiveness and efficiency. Responsibilities include managing projects, evaluating staffing and organizational needs, reviewing procedures and budgets, and recommending improvements to operations and services.

Within Natural Resources, the Business Operations Supervisor leads efforts to improve operational systems and establish consistent processes across the department. The role directly supervises front desk administrative services and collaborates with Visitor Services, Finance, Information Technology, and department leadership to identify needs and implement effective processes, technology, training, and guidance. While the position provides significant support to Visitor Services, it also leads or supports initiatives across other programs and divisions as departmental priorities evolve. Additional responsibilities include providing guidance and indirect supervision to staff and performing related duties as needed.

Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands by providing quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the natural and agricultural heritage of Larimer County for present and future generations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, performance management, performance evaluations, and establishing performance standards, objectives, and goals.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor operational budgets.
• Oversee accounts payable (AP), general ledger (GL), and cash-handling activities.
• Ensure administrative functions are effectively carried out across assigned organizational units and programs.
• Establish, maintain, and evaluate systems, processes, and policies to support effective operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance work quality, efficiency, and consistency.

What we’re looking for:

• Knowledge of general office practices and administrative procedures.
• Proficiency with common business software and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field is required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Three (3) years' experience in a directly related field required, with one of those years as a supervisor.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.

Benefits

Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County’s Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm.

Other Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.