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Business Manager - Kinesiology and Nutrition, College of Applied Health Sciences

University of Illinois Chicago
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United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jul 03, 2025
Business Manager - Kinesiology and Nutrition, College of Applied Health Sciences Business Manager - Kinesiology and Nutrition, College of Applied Health Sciences Hiring Department: Kinesiology and Nutrition Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1034997 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: July 10, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $50,000.00 - 70,000.00 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, the Business Manager provides essential support to the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition in the areas of human resources, finance, and operations. Responsibilities include coordinating HR and payroll processes, financial reconciliation, contract monitoring, and organization of space and equipment inventory. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with development of job descriptions, recruitment, and selection processes across all employee classifications (academic professional, civil service, extra help, and student employees). Support search and waiver processes by gathering necessary documentation for recruitment committees. Assist with onboarding and orientation for new hires. Coordinate offboarding procedures, including collection of resignation/retirement documentation and retrieval of university property. Manage departmental appointment requests and reappointments; maintain database to track changes. Collect and compile data for HR-related reporting and requests. Serve as an HR resource to staff and faculty by providing guidance based on university policies and procedures, consulting with the Director of Operations or College HR when necessary. Process requests for remote work outside of Illinois or the U.S. Assist with credentialing requirements for UI Health appointments. Process payroll adjustments for current and prior periods, including overpayments. Support the Director of Operations with annual salary planning and summer salary allocations Review and approve biweekly time reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. Monitor salary allocations for personnel to ensure proper funding alignment. Reconcile monthly financial statements for assigned funds. Prepare and submit journal entries as required. Collaborate with the Program Assistant to prepare and track contracts and sponsored research awards. Collaborate with Program Assistant in supporting purchasing and procurement processes. Assist with purchasing and travel card (P/T card) account maintenance. Assist with maintaining space and equipment inventory records. Develop training materials and standard operating procedures for faculty and staff based on knowledge of internal department needs and university policies. Serve as a liaison with vendors, administrators, and other internal/external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines. Maintain business operations records and documentation. Gather and analyze data to support operational decision-making and reporting. Build and maintain effective working relationships across the department, the College of Applied Health Sciences, and other administrative units at UIC and within the University of Illinois system. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: 1. A. Bachelor's degree in accountancy, business administration, management, or a closely related field. OR B. Three (3) years (36 months) of work experience in accounting, business administration, fiscal management, or closely related experience. OR C. A combination of such education and/or work experience totaling three (3) years (36 months), as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) 60 semester hours or an Associate's Degree equals eighteen months (18 months) 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of University of Illinois System applications and platforms such as iBuy, TEM/Emburse, Banner, EDDIE, HR FrontEnd, JDXpert, and Cornerstone. Familiarity with University of Illinois organizational structure, functions, policies, and systems. Experience working in higher education or within the State University Civil Service System. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15390?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e9df7838d12d034ebdc4ad03f3c59358