Business Operations Manager

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
Deadline: ;

Position Information


Posting Number S05139P
Position Title Business Operations Manager
Department CONHI Dean's Office
Location Arlington
Job Family Nursing
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $85,000.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
This position serves as the manager of the Business Services team in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, supports the Associate Dean in their responsibilities, focuses on daily oversight of the business office functions, human resources transactions and operations of the college collaboration and partnership with the Associate Dean of Administrative Affairs. Oversees all eforms and transactional submissions for accuracy and university procedures. Supervision of at least 5 staff in Business Operations. Provides guidance and daily oversight and tracking to all CONHI departmental administrative staff with HR responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
College of Nursing & Health Innovation, Business Services & Operations Office management, and oversight, including generalized finance and human resources operations.
  • Supervisor of 5 staff members training in the Finance Area and provide guidance for the human resources activity and administrative staff. 
  • Monitor work-flow, review and evaluate related standard operating procedures.


Business Operations: 
  • Partner, collaborate, and be a key resource fpr Administrative Managers/Officers in the three departments to ensure business operations and policies are followed and regular review of monthly account reconciliations, Procard approvals and reconciliations are completed in a timely fashion. Review CONHI expenditures, budget transfers, interdepartmental transfers, and accounting corrections. 
  • Design and manage an effective and efficient system of internal controls and procedures to produce reliable and accurate financial information which comply with university regulations, policies, and procedures. 
  • Manage and oversight of specialized nursing programs, including Nursing Shortage, Loan programs, and other specialized programs within the college, including applications, reports, and budgets.

Finance & Budgets:
  •  Help to collaborate and develop regular reports and provide recommendations to the director for management reporting. 
  • Develops Standard Operations Procedures for CONHI. 
  • In collaboration with the College Business Officer and Associate Dean, provides pertinent HR budget data with recommendations in preparation for annual CONHI budget implementation, monitoring, and analysis.
  • Approval Responsibility: On behalf of the Dean, and in partnership with the director, take responsibility of the approval process of all CONHI transactions submitted in UTShare as directed. 
  • Ensure that all UTA and CONHI accounting, budgeting and HR policies and procedures are adhered to when approving position transactions.

Human Resources: 
  • In partnership with the Associate Dean and the HR Coordinator, collaborate with the Department Managers in the three academic departments and other units in CONHI, regarding human resource needs, questions, and processing, including creating and tracking Accelerated Online adjunct appointments and ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Stay abreast of policy changes, proactive updating of CONHI standard operation procedures in collaboration with administrative support personnel in the Dean’s office. Professional Development. 
  • Special projects. 
  • Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related field with four (4) years of experience working with budgets and financial transactions, operations, human resources processes, or ten (10) years of equivalent work experience. 
  • Two (2) years supervision experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in business, Finance or Related Field.
  • Advanced knowledge of Peoplesoft for a university or non-profit. Knowledge of UTA systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Solid leadership skills, management, and interpersonal skills. 
  • Solid organizational and communication skills. 
  • Skilled in the use of all components of Microsoft office and Peoplesoft. 
  • Must be detail oriented and able to work under stressful situations in order to meet deadlines.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Competency in Microsoft Office programs.
Multi-media skills, such as online publishing, social media, video, online photo presentation, etc.
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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