Business Manager

Position Summary The University of Wisconsin‑Platteville is seeking a Business Manager for the College of Business, Industry, Life Science & Agriculture (BILSA). The role is a full‑time, 12‑month position with an annual salary of $60,000 and eligibility for benefits and paid leave. Key Responsibilities Manage daily administrative and operational functions of the College of BILSA Dean’s Office, ensuring effective coordination of services that support college programs, initiatives, and priorities. Develop, implement, and evaluate operational procedures and workflows; identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance effectiveness and compliance. Oversee college budget management, including monitoring accounts, reconciliation, financial tracking, reporting, and approval of routine expenditures in alignment with university policies. Coordinate procurement and purchasing activities, including purchase orders, invoices, and foundation transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and proper documentation. Support human resources and staffing processes for the college, including recruitment coordination, onboarding activities, and adherence to HR policies and procedures. Facilitate committee and programmatic operations by coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, and ensuring timely distribution of materials. Prepare and maintain financial, staffing, and operational reports to support leadership decision‑making and required internal or external reporting. Supervise student employees, including hiring support, training, scheduling, task assignment, performance oversight, and approval of hours worked. Coordinate travel and reimbursement processes for the Dean’s Office, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with institutional requirements. Identify resource needs across office functions and assist in allocating support to ensure efficient operations across multiple priorities and stakeholders. Serve as a liaison between the Dean’s Office and internal/external partners to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and support cross‑functional coordination. Perform other duties as assigned in support of college programs and operational needs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related field. Two years of office management, administrative support, or business operations experience. Experience with budget management, financial systems, or fund accounting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners. High attention to detail and accuracy in financial and administrative work. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Legal Notices and Equal Opportunity Employer Employment will require a criminal background check and compliance with the university’s policy on sexual violence and harassment. The University of Wisconsin‑Platteville 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr