Strategic Leader, Academic Affairs Operations

LSU New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans is seeking a Senior Business Manager for Academic Affairs to lead administrative and business operations for the Division of Academic Affairs. You will oversee personnel actions, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management, coordinating with HR, Finance, Payroll, and academic leadership to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

You will mentor a network of business managers, drive process improvements, and act as the liaison among colleges, departments, and the Provost’s

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in business, finance, budgeting, HR, or academic administration.
• Experience in higher education administration, budgeting, and personnel processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of personnel actions within the division.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and resource allocation.
• Lead business operations and oversee internal controls and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and accountable reporting.
• Collaborate with Deans, Chairs, HR, Finance, and Provost's Office to align priorities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting

Financial management

Human resources

Operational leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

LSU New Orleans is seeking a Senior Business Manager for Academic Affairs to lead administrative and business operations for the Division of Academic Affairs. You will oversee personnel actions, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management, coordinating with HR, Finance, Payroll, and academic leadership to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

You will mentor a network of business managers, drive process improvements, and act as the liaison among colleges, departments, and the Provost’s