Department Business Administrator

Department Business Administrator Location Houston, TX :

Manages the administrative, financial, budgetary and human resources operations of a very complex university department.

• Plans and manages the department's human and financial resources to support department objectives.
• Provides financial accountability and ensures compliance with state, university and external funding agency guidelines; responsible for all administrative and financial affairs of the department, including personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting-related issues within the department.
• Establishes the work assignments of staff and provides guidance as needed; fills vacancies, defines job duties, sets performance goals, and conducts annual performance appraisals; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action; makes recommendations on promotions and new hires.
• Establishes or participates in the establishment of operational and administrative guidelines and inventory controls; enforces safety compliance rules and regulations.
• May advise and assist faculty in administrative planning and provide administrative oversight for sponsored research awards from federal, state, foundation and/or private funding agencies.
• Serves as the department liaison with Central Payroll, Human Resources, OSP and other department business managers.
• Oversees the management and maintenance of database for all personnel and payroll records.
• Interprets university policies and procedures for faculty and staff.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA Qualifications

Department Business Administrator (pay grade 110)

Bachelors and 3 years of directly job-related experience.

Salary range from $3,881 to $5,047.

Department Business Administrator (pay grade 111)

Bachelors and 5 years of directly job-related years experience.

Salary range from $4,463 to $5,804.

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience will not be considered in lieu of education.

Education will not be considered in lieu of experience.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Must be a multi-tasker, extremely organized, and have the ability to work in a high-pressured environment, with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Highest level of professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
• Ability to interact with all levels of internal and external constituents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher Education experience
• PeopleSoft Finance and HR, Campus Solutions experience
• Cash Handling experience
• Concur/P-Card experience
• Scholarship Award Memo experience

The following documents are required:

• Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History
• Transcript
• Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name current or past supervisors.

NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Salary : Commensurate with Experience/Education Employee Status : Regular/Benefits Job Posting : Dec 22, 2025, 2:54:18 PM