Temporary Business Administrator (Full-Time) - Evanston

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary full-time Temporary Business Administrator 1 for the Evanston campus. The position supports operational, financial, and business functions in coordination with central offices to ensure compliant and efficient daily administrative operations. Hours are 37.5 per week at $25.00 per hour.

Approximate start date is 11/2/2026, with an TBD end date. This is a temporary role, with pay and PTO per Northwestern policies and no eligibility for regular staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field.
• 2 years' administrative experience including budgets, finance, grants, facilities, &/or human resources; or other relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers operational, financial, and business functions in support of the area/unit's mission and in coordination with central offices such as HR, Budget, Facilities, IT and Provost.
• Implements existing policy and ensures the effective, compliant, and efficient completion of daily administrative operations.
• May represent the business area on internal and/or external administrative affairs by exchanging information.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related field

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary full-time Temporary Business Administrator 1 for the Evanston campus. The position supports operational, financial, and business functions in coordination with central offices to ensure compliant and efficient daily administrative operations. Hours are 37.5 per week at $25.00 per hour.

Approximate start date is 11/2/2026, with an TBD end date. This is a temporary role, with pay and PTO per Northwestern policies and no eligibility for regular staff