Qureos Mentor

Boise State University

<p></p><div><div><b>Job no:</b> 499412<br>
<b>Work type:</b> Non-Classified/Professional<br>
<b>Location:</b> Boise, ID<br>
<b>Categories:</b> Administration and Business Operations, College of Arts &amp; Sciences, Mid-Level<br>
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<div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Summary/Basic Function:</b></p>
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<div><p>This position is responsible for managing and improving all internal business operations, oversee employee activity and ensure a department is on track to meet its financial goals. Develop annual scope of work and manage progress throughout the year. Takes on special projects and coordinates completion.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Department Overview:</b></p>
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<div><p>The College of Arts and Sciences is home to a vibrant community of academic departments and programs. We offer a robust research and creative activity portfolio and support the work of our faculty, staff, and students by applying strategic and innovative approaches to the business of Higher Education. We are excited to hire a shared-service business manager to help support several academic departments and programs in our college, including Linguistics, Writing Studies, Humanities, and Cultural Studies, English Literature, and First-Year Writing.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Level Scope:</b></p>
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<div><p>Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. works independently with general supervision; exercises judgement within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Essential Functions:</b></p>
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<div><p>60% of Time the Business Operations Manager must:</p>
<ul><li>Supervises development and implementation of business forms, documents and web forms. Develops, modifies, and implements policies, rules, and procedures.</li><li>Directs the reporting functions of the unit. May serve as the lead for special projects as assigned. Establishes and maintains internal policies and procedures for administrative activities. Implements work plans and initiatives.
</li><li>Creates and manages budget projections, analyzing revenue and expenditures and other funds. Oversees the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities.</li><li>Collaborates with staff and faculty and other administrative units to identify opportunities and develop solutions to problems and issues.</li><li>Frequently handles sensitive and/or confidential issues.
</li><li>May supervise and direct the work of others</li><li>Research and analyze data for accuracy, trends, and variances to ensure acceptable business practices, procedures and compliance have been followed.</li></ul>
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35% of Time the Business Operations Manager must:</p>
<ul><li>Management of shared service staff, responsible for daily operations and administrative processes.</li><li>Tracks budget details for multiple distinct programs within the separate departments and reports to department chairs, faculty, and staff regarding budgetary inquiries.</li><li>Processes human resource transactions, including hiring (e.g., PageUp, PeopleSoft, HCM), separations, supplemental pay, costing changes, payroll corrections, and data changes.</li><li>Reviews and reconciles payroll, processing corrections as needed.</li><li>Executes financial transactions, such as budget transfers, journal entries, purchase requisitions, invoice payments, correcting entries, check deposits, Foundation check requests, etc., ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.</li><li>Serves as P-card approver and audits monthly transactions.</li><li>Liaises with the COAS Dean&rsquo;s Office, the Office of Budget and Planning, the Provost Office, and other cross-functional areas.</li><li>Position reports to the College team, and may have additional fiscal/operational tasks as needed to support inquiries from the Dean or Associate Deans.</li></ul>
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5% of Time the Business Operations Manager will:</p>
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Perform other duties as assigned.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:</b></p>
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<div><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Supervisory experience and leadership skills</li><li>Knowledge of project development and management</li><li>Ability to efficiently follow and implement policies and procedures</li><li>Experience researching and analyzing financial and other reports and compiling information</li></ul></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
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<div><p>Bachelor's and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p>
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<div><ul><li>Higher education administration and finance experience preferred.</li><li>Experience with Boise State systems and software (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Canvas, HCM, WordPress, etc.) preferred.</li></ul></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>Salary and Benefits:</b></p>
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<div><p>Salary starting at $60,673.60 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class <b>benefits package</b>, including (but not limited to):</p>
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<div>12 <b>paid holidays</b> AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)</div>
<p>Between 12-24 <b>annual paid vacation days</b> for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service</p>
<p>10.76% University contribution to your <b>ORP retirement fund</b> (Professional and Faculty employees)</p>
<p>11.96% University contribution to your <b>PERSI retirement fund</b> (Classified employees)</p>
<p>Excellent medical, dental and other <b>health-related insurance</b> coverages</p>
<p><b>Tuition fee waiver</b> benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents</p>
<p>See our <b>full benefits page</b> for more information!</p></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><p><b>Required Application Materials:</b></p>
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<div><p>Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for the position. 3 professional references should be provided.</p></div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>About Us:</b></p>
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<div><p>Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We&rsquo;re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.</p>
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Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We&rsquo;re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.</p>
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Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho&rsquo;s Treasure Valley at <b>https://www.boisestate.edu/about/</b></p></div></div><br>
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</div></div><p></p><p><b>Advertised:</b> December 8, 2025 Mountain Standard Time<br>
<b>Applications close:</b> January 4, 2026 11:55 PM Mountain Standard Time</p></div><p></p>

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