Business Officer

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In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

Posting Number

Posting Number 0801717

Classification Title

Classification Title Business Officer

Working Title

Department

Department 1890 Land Grant Extension

Department Contact Email

Department Contact Email msmith2@centralstate.edu

Job Summary/Basic Function

DESCRIPTION OF WORK :
Business Officers (BOs) assist in managing the business and financial affairs of a department or unit. Responsibilities include facilitation and management of financial resources from public or private sources. BOs perform a range of financial and business-related duties associated with specialized areas such as accounting, budgeting, auditing, and/or grants administration. Functions assigned to the business officer role may include financial management, personnel administration/management, purchasing, inventory control, and closely related work. BOs may perform or have oversight of accounts reconciliation, maintenance and reporting of financial data, financial projections, and personnel planning. Business Officers may have responsibility for adhering to accounting/business standards and practices, policy interpretation/implementation, and the organization of work.

This position reports to the Extension Operations and Program Manager.

Duties:

• Business Administration: Knowledge of appropriate business practices and procedures. Manage and improve business processes and operations by ensuring continuity, integration of policies and procedures with Central State University’s mission and strategic plan.
• Financial Management: Assist National Program Leader and Operations and Program Manager CSUE in planning and monitoring the use of expenditures to meet organizational objectives and compliance; prepare budget documents and reports. Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in business operations or accounting and financial forecasting. Assist Project Director and Operations and Program Manager CSUE in allocating resources, planning procurement and overseeing budgets and contracts. Enter requisitions in university enterprise management system. Prepare other expense related document. Monitor processing of documents to conclusion.
• Human Resources Management: Assist National Program Leader and Operations and Program Manager CSUE with administering and ensuring compliance with CSU human resources policies and procedures. Assist with hiring by preparing Strategic Position Review ( SPR )and Personal Action Form ( PAF ) documents and other employment related activities.
• Information Analysis and Decision-Making: Gather, organize, summarize, and analyze budget and financial data within prescribed timeframes. Ability to recommend an effective course of action or develop appropriate solutions and/or reach conclusions. Establish and maintain appropriate files.
• Communication: Communicate information to individuals or groups; deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Listen and respond appropriately to others using the appropriate media (e.g., e-mail, presentations, etc.). Assist with events and program preparation, planning, and execution.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Knowledge of university systems, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently of direct supervision and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work under tight deadline pressure
• Must be able and willing to travel as necessary.

• Broad knowledge of accounting, budget and business practices for a department unit or organization preferably in higher education with public and private funding sources and a variety of functional activities, programs, and/or services.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or other closely related field or equivalent experience.

• Research administration experience

Posting Date 05/05/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture ( USDA ) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA , its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY ) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

Position Category

Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary

Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience

Supplemental Questions

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