Business Manager

The Business Manager provides comprehensive leadership and management of the Children's Campus business operations, financial administration, and human resources functions. This position directs the day-to-day fiscal and administrative operations of a complex, multi-funded early childhood education program serving children, families, faculty, staff, and students.

The Business Manager is responsible for financial planning, budget development, fiscal management, grant financial administration, procurement, personnel administration, business operations, regulatory compliance, and organizational reporting. Working collaboratively with Children's Campus leadership and University administrative departments, this position develops systems, policies, and operational procedures that promote fiscal accountability, regulatory compliance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term financial sustainability.

The Business Manager serves as the principal business officer for the Children's Campus and acts as the primary liaison with University Financial Services, Human Resources, Purchasing, Sponsored Projects, Budget Office, Payroll, and other University departments regarding fiscal and personnel matters.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, accounting, financial analysis, and business administration principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply University, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to develop financial models and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships across multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational development skills.
• Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and organizational excellence.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.