Department Operations & Budget Manager

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits (up to 22 days)

Health insurance

Transit benefit (Metro U-Pass)

Retirement plan (403(b))

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a seasoned administrator to oversee the department’s day-to-day operations, including finances, HR, IT and facilities liaison.

The role coordinates large events and projects, manages the annual budget, and supervises staff to ensure smooth office functions. The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and preferably a Bachelor's degree, with around five years’ relevant experience in office management and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5 years of relevant administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary department/business manager to internal and external contacts, overseeing finances, HR, IT and other related matters for the department.
• Manages/coordinates special projects and events.
• Creates and ensures adherence to annual budget.
• Supervises staff.
• Acts as a liaison to IT and Facilities.

Skills

Adaptability

Budgeting

Communication

Computer Literacy

Effective Delegation

Expense Tracking

High Integrity

Office Management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a seasoned administrator to oversee the department’s day-to-day operations, including finances, HR, IT and facilities liaison.

The role coordinates large events and projects, manages the annual budget, and supervises staff to ensure smooth office functions. The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and preferably a Bachelor's degree, with around five years’ relevant experience in office management and operations.