Operations Manager

Title:

1143-NN_ADMINPRO - Finance/Budget Manager

Business Title:

Operations Manager

Additional Titles:

Location:

WSU PULLMAN CAMPUS

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

WSU Extension. Extending Knowledge. Changing Lives.

There is extraordinary work being done by the Division of Governmental Studies and Services within the Community and Economic Development Unit at WSU Extension. For over fifty years the Division of Governmental Studies and Services has served as a model for successful University engagement to address critical issues facing Washington State and the Pacific Northwest. DGSS provides data analysis, processes and expertise that helps guide decision-making and policy initiatives.

• This position is a critically important support role as part of a tight knit team doing impactful work.

• Our unique project experience contributes to national dialogue.

• DGSS engages students from various departments across WSU.

• Work with DGSS provides opportunities to engage in important statewide Extension work with the Community and Economic Development unit.

• A hybrid remote work schedule may be available.

If you want to work with people that value relationships and teamwork, with a bonus of working on exciting projects, then this position is for you!

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and four (4) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified which has included at least one (1) year of supervisory experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Knowledge, Skill and demonstrated Ability in computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and equivalents.

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge, Skill and Ability in using the university’s Workday system.

• Experience in working with the Office of Grant and Research Development and Sponsored Program Services on grant applications and budget preparation and maintenance.

• Experience supervising full- and part-time employees.

• Experience interpreting laws and regulations as they apply to intergovernmental contracts and research projects.

• Experience and skill in preparing cost projections for grant applications.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

WSU Extension

Department Name:

Division of Governmental Studies and Services

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99163

Department Link:

https://dgss.wsu.edu/

Monthly Salary:

$4,942.00 - $7,567.00 | Commensurate upon qualifications and experience.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/classification-compensation/ap-compensation-structure/ .

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf . Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .

FTE:

100%

This is a Permanent position.

Posting Close Date:

This position has been posted as Open until Filled. The screening of applicants will begin immediately and remain on-going until a finalist is identified.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

1) Resume

2) Cover Letter

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .