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Job ID: 257580

Operations Assistant
University at Buffalo


Date Posted Jun. 2, 2025
Title Operations Assistant
University University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Student Life
Application Deadline 06/28/2025
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Human Resources
    Fiscal Services
    Student Services
    Administrative Support/Services
 
 


Operations Assistant, Student Life



Position Information

Position Title: Operations Assistant, Student Life
Department: Office of the Vice President for Student Life
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57345
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Division of Student Life is accepting applications for the Operations Assistant position within Administration & Planning and Assessment & Research. In this role, you will coordinate the personnel, business and administrative functions of the unit.

Administration and Planning provides oversight and assistance for budgeting, financial planning, human resources and related areas throughout Student Life. We strive to provide an exceptional student experience by ensuring that all of the units within Student Life have the financial and human resources they need to serve student efficiently and effectively.

Your responsibilities include:
    • Provide liaison between Directors, employees of the units and University community with respect to administrative matters.
    • Monitor financial accounts, transactions and billing processes; perform routine monthly procurement, travel and reconciliation and analysis for Finance, HR and Assessment and Research.
    • Facilitate gifts, prizes and award programs in support of unit activities.
    • Collaborate with Student Life Human Resources to coordinate the personnel aspects of the unit.
    • Lead maintenance, facilities and other technical projects.
    • Make process improvement recommendations and implement solutions to identified problems.
 
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the universitys goals of inclusive excellence.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
    • Ability to effectively prioritize and complete multiple tasks and projects.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, in a team environment
    • Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite and Outlook
 
One or more of the following:
  • Associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or
  • Bachelors degree


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in business administration or related field
  • Experience working with data, business and HR activities
  • Experience working in a large division, department or company


Salary Range
$51,000 - $55,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Lisa Bolt
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Staff Assistant
Contact's Email: lisabolt@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: (716) 645-6404

Posting Dates

Posted: 05/30/2025
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 08/01/2025











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