Strategic Operations Manager - Academic Administration

Montana State University; Bozeman, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University in Bozeman seeks a skilled Business Operations Manager to bridge the Administration and Finance Office with the MRJCON Research Office. You will manage budgets, HR processes, and contracting activities, ensuring compliance and efficient operations across multiple campuses.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and strong computer skills; familiarity with budgets, procurement, and contract management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated competence using personal computers and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database / relational information systems, and email. Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Submit various student stipends & scholarship disbursement and/or fellowship paperwork.
• Assist with travel and expense reports for students, staff, and faculty.
• Update and maintain budget portfolio for encumbrances.
• Review and submit financial transactions for payment in compliance with budget/grant initiatives.
• Payroll reconciliation and salary spreadsheet maintenance for all MRJCON indexes.
• Assist with personnel hiring for research and programs under the college’s oversight.
• Complete personnel action forms related to MRJCON positions.
• Complete summer session appointments for tenure-track faculty.
• Complete Fiscal & Academic Year letters of appointment for professional and research faculty.
• Update and submit incentive program for researcher forms.
• Assist with the maintenance of the teaching assignment database ( TAMS ).
• Submit and/or approve Hospitality Approval Forms for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with the monthly Time and Effort reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Montana State University in Bozeman seeks a skilled Business Operations Manager to bridge the Administration and Finance Office with the MRJCON Research Office. You will manage budgets, HR processes, and contracting activities, ensuring compliance and efficient operations across multiple campuses.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and strong computer skills; familiarity with budgets, procurement, and contract management is preferred.