Business Administrator, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences
- Tucson, AZ
- $59,404-74,254 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Posting Number req23783
Department Social & Behavioral Sci Admin
Department Website Link https://sbs.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position HighlightsAt the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences we work to investigate ideas, transform social conditions, and tell unheard stories. We prepare students, engage in research, and collaborate with community partners to address everyday challenges, be thoughtful problem-solvers, and build solidarity with others across the world. We are rooted in the unique sense of place in our Borderlands region. With more than 30 SBS majors. The College of SBS has a portfolio of competitive and highly ranked graduate programs. Seven of our graduate programs are nationally ranked in the top 25, including a top 5 anthropology, geography, political philosophy, and creative nonfiction programs.to choose from, our students can explore a range of subjects from ancient philosophy to artificial intelligence.As part of our continued commitment to excellence, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a Business Administrator to join our team and contribute to the advancement of our strategic goals. The Business Administrator independently manages accounting, budgeting, auditing, and other high-level financial related operations. Business center personnel work to provide excellent business support to administrators, faculty, staff, and students. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, enjoys working collaboratively, and who values maintaining financial integrity institutionally.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities
- Independently manage and control accounting, budgeting, auditing and other financial or related functions to ensure the financial integrity of the large organizational or academic units serviced by the SBS Business Center.
- Financial forecasting, financial planning and any other business matters. Prepare high level financial and budget reports for department heads and principal investigators.
- Oversee the review, approval and reporting of expenditures assigned to their research portfolio. Post-award management, effort report certification and cost share management.
- Perform human resource functions in the SBS Business Center to include by not limited to personnel hiring, job and employee data changes and leaves and termination processes.
- Budget preparation and completion of required certifications for grant proposals.
- Establish efficient business practices and keeping up to date with policies, regulations and procedures.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Organizational Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $59,404 - $74,254
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 8
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our and our .
Career Stream and Level PC2
Job Family Administrative Operations
Job Function Organizational Administration
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 9/29/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Jeanette Albert
Director, Finance and Administration
jalbert1@arizona.edu
Open Date 8/29/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
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