Business Manager, Academics Affairs [R0152309]

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Business Manager, Academics Affairs [R0152309].

ROLE of the POSITION

The Business Manager reports to the Director of Business and Finance for Academic Affairs (Director), and is a key member of the central Academic Affairs Business and Finance team. The Business Manager is responsible for comprehensive business, finance and HCM oversight for Lifelong Learning, Leaderverse, and Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture, business services and operations under the purview of the Executive Director for Lifelong Learning (EDLL) and the Director of Business and Finance for Academic Affairs (“department”). The Business Manager works closely with the EDLL to support the ambitious Lifelong Learning mission and ensures efficient, effective long- and short term-planning, use, management, reporting, projection and implementation of Lifelong Learning resources.

The Business Manager serves as liaison between college/unit business officers and finance managers across campus who collaborate with the EDLL and Lifelong Learning initiatives and programs, such as the Community Education & Enrichment, and Workforce Training, Professional Programs, and Career Advancement units. The Business Manager is responsible for the coordination and execution of a myriad of department HR/personnel matters, including but not limited to, personnel budgeting, recruiting/hiring/terminating, personnel management and changes, and more. The Business Manager will provide senior leadership with the information needed for reports and help as needed. The Business Manager is responsible for maintaining, updating, and effectively utilizing budgets, finances, and personnel transactions under the Lifelong Learning unit. They provide the necessary structure, consistency, tracking, monitoring, and procedural oversight and guidance for these operations originating in numerous outside offices to conform to AA and University policy and procedures.

The Business Manager must maintain a firm grasp of Academic Affairs, university, NSHE, state, and federal budgetary policies, guidelines, procedures, and timelines. The Business Manager coordinates and oversees budgeting and financial processes and regularly utilizes Workday and Student Manager for budgeting, travel, purchasing, and more, with responsibility for ensuring responsible spending activity and compliance with account policies and NSHE guidelines. Other duties will be assigned. With administrative faculty positions, some evening and weekend work may be necessary and there may be occasional travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 3-5 years related experience in Accounting, Business Management, Finance or other related field preferred, and 1-3 years supervisory experience, and 1-3 years management experience.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college/university is strongly preferred. 5-7 years related experience in Accounting, Business Management, Finance or other related field preferred; 3-5 years supervisory experience; 3-5 years management experience.

Documented higher education budget experience. Ability to manage complex job tasks with overlapping or concurrent deadlines. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple project timelines.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support belonging and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Position is contingent upon funding. Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

Competitive total rewards package including:

Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

No state income tax

Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

Employee recognition and appreciation programs

UNLV athletics ticket discounts

Statewide employee purchase program discounts

RebelCard discounts on and off campus

Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

Connect with colleagues with shared interests

Personal and professional development opportunities

A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard

Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage .

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin July 25, 2026 .

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply . For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “ R0152309” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 researc