Business Manager II, Housing

The Business Manager II, Housing administers the business affairs of Housing and Residence Life. Oversees planning and administration of HR personnel actions, operating budgets, and purchasing. Develops and implements operating policies and procedures.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• ​​Manages the day-to-day operations of the business functions, including human resources, purchasing, budgets, contracts, and accounts payable.​
• Manages Workday HCM, Compensation, and Recruitment business process for Housing and Residence Life. Provides training to those who initiate transactions and ensures compliance with procedures. Serves as the Workday liaison with Human Resources.
• Develops and maintains a procedure manual for Housing and Residence Life administrative operations including but not limited to recruitment and hiring of OPS, Workday job audits, property control, request for purchasing, etc.
• Collaborates with leadership to analyze OPS staffing needs and develop budget projections.
• Manages human resources needs such as recruitment efforts, rate planning, salary increases, position control, payroll, adjunct/overload contracts, appointments, and other personnel actions.
• ​​Develops and manages budgets to ensure program alignment with fiscal allocation. Prepares financial analyses such as income and expense forecasting, as well as a variety of routine and ad-hoc financial reports.​
• ​​Provides oversight of all purchasing activities including requisitions and p-cards.​
• ​​Plans and implements special projects within Housing and Residence Life. Represents Housing and Residence Life on committees and work groups as requested.​
• ​​Serves as a liaison between administration and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering policies and procedures, and resolving escalated issues and concerns related to the scope of duties.​
• ​​Develops and implements business and fiscal processes to ensure compliance and good stewardship of university resources.​

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires either nine years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• ​​Professional full-time experience in budget management, accounting, administrative operations, or other related work experience.​
• ​​Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Organizational Psychology, or closely related field.
• Work experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience with Workday.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
• ​​Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, finance and management principles, practices and procedures.​
• ​​Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.​
• ​​Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.​
• ​​Ability to collaborate and work effectively within a diverse community and willing to contribute to a team effort. ​
• ​​Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.​
• ​​Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and competing demands are involved.​
• ​​Ability to use effective decision making and problem-solving techniques. ​
• ​​Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures consistently.​
• ​​Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.​
• ​​Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.​
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

Pay Grade 17

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.