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Unit Business Officer, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York


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Date Posted Jun. 6, 2023
Title Unit Business Officer, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
University University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department SEAS Dean's Office
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Professional Staff
  • Fiscal Services
    Administrative Support/Services
 
 

Position Summary

At the University at Buffalo, the Unit Business Officer (UBO) in the School of Engineering & Applied Sciences (SEAS) serves as the strategic partner providing leadership over budget and financial management, staffing, operations, stewardship and school accreditation. As a member of the SEAS senior leadership team, the UBO creates a vision and strategy that aligns with the Dean’s and University’s goals, driving decision making and problem resolution within the school. The position reports to the Dean, and will work collaboratively with the Directors of Finance, Human Resources and Facilities, as well as all Associate Deans and unit Diversity Officers.

    • Strategic business partner for budget and financial management. In this role, the UBO serves as the budgeting administrator for the school responsible for advancing financial and operational strategies; reporting, interpreting, and communicating accurate financial results; establishing and monitoring compliance with operational and capital budgets; serving as the primary risk manager and financial advisor for the school; overseeing the implementation and effectiveness of financial, information, and other control systems; ensuring compliance with contractual financial obligations; integrating and implementing financial strategies into organizational initiatives; and forecasting future revenue from multiple sources and expenditures to minimize financial risks.

 

 
  • Strategic business partner for HR, Facilities and Operations Administration. In this role, the UBO is responsible for planning and influencing HR activities related to the school including workforce planning, recruiting new talent, performance management, compensation planning and development of employees and teams. As the facilities and operations administrator, the UBO coordinates the school’s rehabs, moves and oversees facilities, space inventory and assignment. The UBO will also oversee the SEAS department’s national ranking by providing data to pertinent agencies.
 
  • Key member of the Dean’s Senior Management team. In this role, the UBO is the central point of contact representing the Dean’s initiatives and plans to both the university centralized services as well as departments within the School. Using expertise in organizational engagement, the UBO collaborates and builds consensus with departments on the School’s direction and approach, participates in strategic thinking and long term planning initiatives, and interacts with the University’s centralized services to ensure the School and University’s vision are practiced and in alignment. In collaboration with the Dean, regularly review requirements for accreditation to ensure continued compliance and accreditation for the School.

With annual revenues that exceed $1.2 billion from all sources, UB and its affiliated entities generate an estimated economic impact of $1.7 billion annually in the state and region. The university’s total workforce of almost 6,800 full-time equivalent employees makes it one of the region’s largest employers. UB is also a leader and an active partner with the more than 20 public and private colleges and universities in the Buffalo Niagara region.

About the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Welcome to the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University at Buffalo. We provide an inclusive environment that supports big thinking, creative freedom, and vast possibilities for achievement. The school offers programs at every degree level and is the home to nine departments; Biomedical Engineering, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Materials Design and Innovation and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
Learn more: https://engineering.buffalo.edu/home/school/about.html
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s 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.

Buffalo: City of Good Neighbors
The Buffalo Niagara region is a major metropolitan area with a diverse blend of communities, each with its own distinct character. We are known for our welcoming nature and our spirited loyalty. Get past the snowy stereotype and you’ll be captivated. You may never leave. Visit our website to learn more about Buffalo-Niagara: Our Hometown.

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.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.

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Minimum Qualifications

We are particularly looking for candidates who can operate effectively in a diverse community of faculty and staff and share our vision of helping all constituents reach their full potential. Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution. Five years progressively responsible experience managing and administering a successful business services program in a complex and distributed organization. Demonstrated experience leading change, designing business systems and processes, and engaging employees and customers in these activities is required.

Key attributes include accountability and judgment, communication, collaboration, leadership, and strategic thinking. The highest standards for personal and professional excellence and unquestionable integrity is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree and/or CPA is preferred.

 
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