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Requisition Number S2936 Position Number 998723 Position Classification Title Business Officer Functional Title Business Officer Position Type Staff University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The Center for Translational Biomedical Research (CTBR), located at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC, conducts research on the molecular mechanisms of disease pathogenesis and progression, identifying biomarkers for diagnosis, and discovering novel interventions for disease prevention and treatment. Position Summary Position is expected to support the research endeavor of the Center for Translational Biomedical Research (CTBR). It includes the purchasing and administrative functions for the research activities conducted at the Center. It will work closely with scientist and staff to ensure adequate inventories, properly operating machinery, support of travel and other duties as needed.

It is responsible for the management of the HR duties needed for the center to operate such as hiring, international employee support, position development and time entry. As well as EPAF’s.

The position will assist PI’s and directors in the oversight of an annual budget over $2m of external funding as well as an operating budget of approximately $1.2M in the form of state and trust funding. Minimum Qualifications

BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, OR RELATED BUSINESS AREA; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. ALL DEGREES MUST BE RECEIVED FROM APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications Experience in use of E-procurement system. Experience in use of Banner Finance system. Work experience in a research laboratory. Work experience in a university research setting. Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name, Company Name, Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number Recruitment Range $56,666 - $60,261 Org #-Department Ctr for Transl Biomed Research - 13403 Work Hours of Position 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Administrative & Managerial Career Banded Title Business Officer Open Date 02/03/2025 Close Date 02/24/2025 FTE 1.000 FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Key Responsibility Budget and Inventory Management Essential Tasks Assist and advise researchers in the purchasing of supplies and services to ensure uninterrupted research process using a variety of methods such as PO, p-card purchases, Banfins, etc. This requires the ability to have limited understanding of scientifc equipment and process to insure proper purchases and to communicate effectively with vendors. Arrange travel accommodations for researchers as needed by prepaying registrations fees, securing flight and hotel reservations, etc. Organize and assemble necessary documentation after travel is completed for reimbursement and reporting purposes. Assist researchers with arrangement of equipment needs such as scheduling repairs and maintenance, purchase of supplies necessary to ensure uninterrupted equipment use, etc. Assist with purchasing of research equipment requiring specialized purchasing procedures such as sole sourcing and international transactions. This requires the ability to make complex equipment purchases for equipment valued at several hundreds of thousands of dollars. The ability to navigate the state procurement system with regard to specialized purchasing requirements for the purchase, trade in and disposal of high-end scientific equipment is required. Assist with financial management of robust grant portfolio through post award finance management. Key Responsibility Procurement Essential Tasks Reconcile P-Card records and ensure proper use within UNCG guidelines. Use e-procurement system to purchase supplies as needed. Monitor balances and posting of purchases through Banner Finance and UNCG Genie. to ensure proper posting of expenditures. Key Responsibility Personnel support Essential Tasks Maintain regular communication with researchers and supervisor with regard to status of purchases, equipment maintenance needs, etc. Work with PI’s to insure that effort is properly allocated to appropriate funding sources. This includes oversight of EPAF’s, reporting and other duties as necessary. Assist with the development, updating and management of positions and actions associated with positions. Responsibility for the hiring process of new researchers including international hiring processes such as H1-B, J-1, etc. International hiring requires expertise in meeting all of the documentation requirements, coordination with various departments across campus and monitoring of expiration and need for reapplication deadlines. This also requires working with international hires when traveling abroad to insure the ability to return to the US or avoid delays at time of re=entry. Key Responsibility Office Management Essential Tasks Act is liaison for office in the dealings with the building management. Develop relationships with building maintenance and compliance personnel. Serve as the central source of contact for collaborations between UNC-CH, NCSU and other entities using the shared building and needs as they arise.  Serve as the initial contact when issues of compliance regarding matters at the Kannapolis campus arise, notifying the proper individuals within UNCG so appropriate action may be taken. Coordination of chemical and biological waste pickup as needed and within policies of federal, state and university policies. Competency ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Competency Business Administration Competency Description Ability to independently manage well-defined business functions for a department unit or an organization. Ability to apply established policies and procedures related to business practices and internal control procedures. Ability to implement business practices and procedures that support the strategic goals of the organization. Competency Level Contributing Competency Financial management Competency Description Ability to conduct financial management responsibilities in an organization primarily funded by a variety of dynamic and multidimensional funding sources (e.g., multiple contracts and grants, receipts, etc.).  Thorough knowledge of the applicable accounting and budgeting practices and ability to contribute to budget development and/or capital expense proposals.  Ability to frequently serve as an internal resource on financial matters.  Ability to perform budget analyses and conduct budgetary forecasting in a financial environment with varied resources. Competency Level Journey Competency Human Resource Management Competency Description May require the ability to function in a full supervisory role that includes the recruitment, selection, and salary management of employees or may require the ability to provide assistance in human resources matters to a higher-level manager in a large and more dynamic organizational unit.  Ability to develop and/or implement work plans.  Ability to conduct performance reviews for direct reports and address performance issues.  Ability to identify and recommend career development opportunities for employees.  Ability to assess staffing needs and make recommendations.  Ability to develop and set priorities for performing operational activities. Competency Level Contributing Competency Information Processing and Decision-Making Competency Description Ability to identify, recognize, and resolve problems that have established precedents and limited impact. Refers non-standard questions and problems to higher levels. Ability to gather, organize, and analyze financial information and other data. Ability to review, examine, and prepare documents. Competency Level Contributing Competency Communication Competency Description Ability to develop written documents and/or reports conveying factual information, general guidelines, and standard procedures. Ability to communicate factual information, general guidelines, and standard procedures. Competency Level Contributing ADA Checklist ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O, Pushing/Pulling - O, Climbing-Stairs, Bending - O, Reaching - O Work Environment Inside - F Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

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