Unit Business Officer

University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a Unit Business Officer within Residence Life, Dining, and Retail to manage HR, financial information and budgets for an Auxiliary unit. The role collaborates with the Executive Director to support strategic initiatives and provides routine financial analyses and budget status reports.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience, strong Excel skills, and proven communication abilities, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR minimum four years of demonstrated experience managing financial information and developing budgets.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Office Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of customer service.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to day-to-day operations.
• Serves on committees and attends meetings representing the unit or program.
• Implements policies and procedures to align with unit objectives and strategies.
• Analyzes data and trends, compiles reports, and provides recommendations.
• Advises staff on administrative issues, personnel matters, and budget concerns.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Customer service

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

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Position Title

Unit Business Officer

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Administrative Specialist

Job Duties

Reporting to the Divisional Business Officer of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, the Unit Business Officer serves our Auxiliary Units of Residence Life, Dining and Retail. The position completes a variety of human resources, financial management and budget development functions for the unit. The position works closely with the Executive Director of Housing, Dining and Retail Services to support strategic initiatives and provide routine financial analyses and budget status reports.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
• Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program
• Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies
• Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems

Department

Residence Life, Dining, and Retail

Compensation

Starting at $50,000 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR minimum of four (4) years of demonstrated experience managing financial information and developing budgets.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated oral and written communication
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of customer service
• Demonstrated professional experience exercising discretion regarding confidential or sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in human resources and financial management software applications such as Workday and Adaptive Planning

Education

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR minimum of four (4) years of demonstrated experience managing financial information and developing budgets.

Contact Information

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.