Department Resource Manager, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
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Department Resource Manager, Exercise and Nutrition SciencesThe Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (ENS) in the School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP) is seeking a Department Resource Manager to coordinate and execute the various administrative activities of the department. This role is primarily focused on all matters related to finance, human resources, and administrative operations for the department. The Department Resource Manager should be a self-directed professional who serves as a strategic partner to the chair performing tasks and responsibilities aimed at maximizing the effectiveness of the chair and of the operations of the department.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Financial management including budgeting and reconciling all departmental funding (New York State, Research Foundation, and UB Foundation). Oversee and process purchases, accounts payable/receivables and payroll functions with proper internal controls (procurement card, ShopBlue, Concur Travel). Develop and manage university or SUNY fees for programs and provide financial management of department grants and contracts.Budget management through the development of department spending plans, while measuring and reporting variance, resource allocation, and accounting for each program in close collaboration with the chair and program directors. In addition, the Assistant to the Chair is responsible for managing faculty start-up budgets as well as monitoring faculty effort on research grants (salary recovery and reconciliation of sponsored projects and awards).Human resource management for faculty, staff, and student employees, including recruitment and hiring, appointment processing (offer letters, e-PTF's, immigration application filing, etc.), promotions (including supporting the tenure process), performance management (ensuring annual performance programs and evaluations are completed for department staff), and time and attendance tracking.Administrative oversight of general administrative operations includes serving as an advisor and confidant to the chair on matters related to department operations. General office management includes coordinating and executing day-to-day operations of the department, providing supervision of department staff, and setting up systems that result in clear reporting, consistent and responsible management, with an overall focus on compliance.The Department Resource Manager works closely with the SPHHP Dean's Office, particularly in matters related to resource planning including financial reporting and projections, budget development, personnel and workforce planning, and developing and implementing decanal, school, and university policies and procedures.Provide supervisory oversight to department staff members, work study students, and student assistants.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of two years related experience in business or administration, finance, or higher educationStrong communication skills (listening, written, oral)Demonstrated leadership and organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to work in a team settingDemonstrated experience handling sensitive and/or confidential dataPreferred QualificationsRelated experience in higher education especially in resource managementDemonstrated experience and proficiency in finance (budget development and reporting), business, and/or accountingExperience in human resourcesExperience in grants managementExperience working in a decanal unit in higher educationDemonstrated ability to work successfully in various levels of the organization, focusing on improving outcomes for the entire school and universitySalary Range: $65,000 - $70,000Type: Full-TimeCampus: South CampusUniversity at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr