What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Business and Administration - Duquesne University Center for Integrative Health position at Duquesne University?
Director of Business and Administration - Duquesne University Center for Integrative Health Salary: Commensurate with experience POSITION SUMMARY: The Duquesne
University Center for Integrative Health (DUCIH), founded in 2020, is advancing
the science and practice of integrative health equity - focusing on all facets
of health and wellness – biological, psychological, social and spiritual. The DUCIH
brings together faculty, staff, health equity faculty fellows and a growing
portfolio of external funding. Under the
general direction of the Center Director, the Director of Business and
Administration (DOBA) will direct and oversee all business-related activities
of the Center. The Center works
collaboratively with schools and offices across campus, thus, the DUCIH DOBA
will work closely with DOBA’s across campus. The DUCIH DOBA will be responsible for managing and controlling
accounting, budgeting, auditing and other financial or related functions to
ensure the financial integrity of the Center. This position reports to the Director,
Duquesne University Center for Integrative Health and is a partially grant
funded position. DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Projects financial needs of DUCIH and
oversees annual budget development. Develops strategic financial plan,
including forecasting for operational and personnel salary decisions for Center
Staff. Anticipate needs of the Center and implement strategies to address.
Oversight of multiple grant budgets which may total more than $2 million.
Audits grant budgets and is responsible for compliance with University, state
and federal regulations. Works with Directors of Business
Administration across campus on business side of collaborative projects,
programs and grants. Participates in University Business Manager’s Meetings. Ensures efficient coordination of
various department and subsidiary financial accounts by designing budgeting
systems and records which are compatible with the University's accounting and
reporting systems. Advises management regarding financial
decisions by providing accurate information regarding the financial status of
individual accounts and interpreting University financial reports. Prepares
detailed budget reports on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis; audits
current procedures to monitor and improve efficiency of operations. Collects and analyzes financial and
other statistical data for the preparation of financial and non-financial
reports; establishes reporting deadlines for those providing data for these
reports. Prepares various reports for senior leadership and external funders. Serves as liaison to various offices on
campus which may include, the Department of Planning and Budget, the Office of
the Controller, Human Resources, Payroll, and Office of the Associate Provost
for Administration. Serves as liaison to Human Resources and
Payroll. Main point of contact for all Center staff on all human resources and
payroll related matters. Processes employment and payroll related documents.
Prepares employment contracts. Assists faculty and staff with
interpretation of University policies and procedures, may include creating
formal training sessions; oversees P-Card activities and reporting. Supervises, guides, and directs all
business-related work of Center Staff. Manages all internal and external
contractual agreements such as Business Associate Agreements (BAA) and
contracts with third party vendors. Remains competent and current through
self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with
colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training
and/or courses as required. Performs related duties and
responsibilities as assigned. SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES: DUCIH staff
duties as assigned by Director.
Benefits: Generous
benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement
match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Center for Integrative Health
Position Status: Full-time (Partially
grant funded)
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 223527/10-963
FLSA Status: Exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
institution with major course work in accounting, finance, business
administration, or closely related field of study and a minimum of 5 years of
progressively responsible and related budget and personnel management
experience within a higher education environment. Preferred qualifications: An advanced degree (MBA)
from an accredited institution and 7-10 years of related experience is
preferred and highly desirable. Ability to use an ERP (Enterprise
Resource Planning), experience with Ellucian Banner preferred. Alternately, the
successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and
training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to
perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the
following: Knowledge of Human Resources, Purchasing
and Payroll systems required. Strong computer skills, including
knowledge of the entire MS Office Suite. Advanced skill in the use of MS Excel
for the development of spreadsheets and management reports using graphs and
charts is required Effective organizational and
administrative skills required. Knowledge of management and supervision
practices and techniques. Knowledge of management and supervision
practices and techniques Knowledge of accounting and budgetary
theory, principles and practices Knowledge of state and federal laws and
regulations pertaining to departmental budgets and accounting practices Skill in applying accounting and
financial management principles Ability to work independently on complex
and confidential issues related to the day-to-day operations of a department Strong leadership, supervisory, and
communication skills Ability to initiate and follow through with
work responsibilities and to meet deadlines. Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and
recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and
respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and
understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students,
faculty, staff and others). Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University
Community. Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University
and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The
mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of
service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an
ecumenical campus community. APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values
equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We
aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects
contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community.
We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups
and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this
region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and
its Spiritan heritage by
visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement.
Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they
see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and
furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community,
the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in
mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity,
Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and
as an employer.