VT EPSCoR Business Operations Manager

 

VT EPSCoR seeks to hire a full-time Business Operation Manager to perform administrative and financial operations related to the Vermont Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VT EPSCoR), a program designed to fulfill the National Science Foundation’s mandate to promote scientific progress nationwide. The Operations Manager will implement and coordinate administrative and business processes related to managing multiple budgets and federal reporting; work with Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) department and federal agencies for compliance with the regulations for federal awards; communicate with UVM and partner baccalaureate institutions, other state EPSCoR and federal agency entities for reporting and administration of the VT EPSCoR grants; collaborate with project investigators on long term projects; manage multiple and complex accounts, subcontract planning and management, and preparation of grant proposals; work with administrative staff for reporting, compliance, analysis and annual meeting preparation; cross train with Data Specialist.

 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and three to four years of experience with financial/accounting functions to include budget building, budget management, financial reporting and data analysis required. Proficiency with spreadsheet and database applications required. Effective communication, organization, and analytical skills required. Experience with grant management highly desirable. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel highly desirable.

 

Applicants must provide a cover letter, a current resume, and three references to be considered. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.

 

For further information on this position, or to apply online, please visit the website at https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/28552, position #00023859; telephone #802-656-3150. Applicants must apply for positions electronically. Paper resumes are not accepted. 

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications, from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.