BUSINESS MANAGER, College of Arts & Sciences, Biology (23500007641108)

Tracking Code: 23500007641108

Job Description
The role of a Business Manager, particularly when acting on behalf of the Chair, is crucial in managing the non-academic administrative functions within a department. Here are the key responsibilities and duties typically associated with this role:

• Overseeing Administrative Functions: The Business Manager is responsible for managing all non-academic administrative tasks within the department. This includes ensuring efficient day-to-day operations, budget management, and compliance with departmental policies.
• Coordinating Administrative Staff: Collaborating with the Chair, the Business Manager helps oversee and coordinate all administrative staff. This involves delegating tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring that the administrative team functions cohesively.
• Hiring: The Business Manager may be involved in the recruitment and selection of administrative staff. This includes creating job descriptions, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations to the Chair or relevant authorities.
• Discipline and Conflict Resolution: Addressing personnel issues and conflicts is an important aspect of the role. The Business Manager may be responsible for initiating disciplinary actions or conflict resolution processes when necessary, following departmental and institutional policies.
• Training and Development: Providing training and development opportunities for administrative staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Performance Evaluation: Conducting regular performance evaluations to assess the effectiveness of administrative staff. Performance reviews help in identifying areas of improvement and recognizing outstanding contributions.
• Handling Personnel Issues: On behalf of the Chair, managing all personnel matters, including grievances, complaints, and HR-related issues. This may involve working closely with the Human Resources department or appropriate offices to address concerns.
• Budget Management: Assisting the Chair in managing the department's budget. This includes allocating funds for various administrative needs, tracking expenses, and ensuring financial accountability.
• Policy Implementation: Ensuring that departmental policies and procedures are consistently followed and updated as needed. The Business Manager may play a role in policy development and implementation.
• Communication: Act as a liaison between the administrative staff and the Chair, facilitating effective communication and information flow within the department.
• Project Management*: Overseeing and coordinating special projects or initiatives within the department that may require administrative support.
• Data and Reporting: Collecting and analyzing data related to administrative functions and preparing reports for the Chair. The Business Manager is a pivotal role in maintaining the smooth operation of a department's non-academic functions and ensuring that administrative staff are well-supported, trained, and aligned with departmental goals and policies. This role requires strong organizational and leadership skills, as well as a solid understanding of departmental and institutional policies and procedures.

Required Skills
A cover letter is required for consideration.

• Master's Degree
• 5-8 years of direct work experience with 3+ years of management experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.


Job Location: BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 49

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