Virginia Tech hiring Business Manager - Facilities & Operations in Blacksburg, Virginia, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Job DescriptionStudent Affairs Facilities and Operations seeks a Business Manager to oversee the tracking and control of expenses related to purchasing, budgeting, and reporting for various areas including residence halls, student centers, and dining halls. The Business Manager will be responsible for ensuring compliance with university and state regulations, identifying cost-saving opportunities, managing complex procedures and processes, and maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. We’re seeking a candidate with strong skills in attention to detail, use of Excel and other reporting software, budgetary research and reporting, enterprise management software (Banner SCT), and electronic purchasing software. You’ll be helping us best allocate the resources for our student’s campus experience through data-supported decisions.

Here’s what you need to know about the role:

• You’ll join the Student Affairs Facilities and Operations team; a department that works to support the facilities for housing, dining, and student centers encompassing approximately 160 employees and 3.4M square feet of campus facilities.
• You’ll report to the Director of Facilities and Operations, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% university staff position. 
• You’ll partner with the Student Affairs planning and finance office on a regular basis continuing a strong relationship.
• You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $65,000 and $70,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and procurement in a complex organization.
• Strong skills in Excel, budgetary reporting, Banner SCT or similar enterprise management software, and electronic purchasing software systems.
• Knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent education and experience in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and procurement in a complex organization, preferably in a university or facilities management setting

Pay Band4

Appointment TypeRegular

Salary InformationSalary $65,000 - $70,000/year and commensurate with experience

Review DateJune 24, 2024

Additional InformationWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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About Student AffairsStudent Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence . We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community , which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning . If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!