BUSINESS OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE I #00075072

Office of Sponsored Programs

Nature of Work

• Performs a variety of independent, specialized business associate duties for the Office of Sponsored Programs. Executes, documents and reports on business and fiscal operations
• Understands how the team integrates with others to accomplish team objectives
• Researches and analyses atypical/complex data, collects data, and prepares analyses/reports (e.g., data, budget, billing, purchasing), as assigned
• Solves routine and complex problems and identifies new, less obvious solutions
• Impacts the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team through planning, organization, coordination, and occasional oversight
• Explains information to and within the team, noting improvements, efficiencies, anomalies, etc. to manager/supervisor and/or appropriate team member
• Serves as a liaison inside and outside the team when resolving routine and complex matters

Key Responsibilities

• This individual will assist existing pre-award staff with daily duties. Duties will be related to submitting proposals to external sponsors, entering proposal data in PeopleSoft, creating the PSRS, assisting with the administering or sponsored agreements, assisting with the administering of subawards, etc.
• Communicate award information to Principal investigators and department chairs
• This individual will be responsible for entering, updating and maintaining files in Perceptive Content
• Keep abreast of new developments in university policies and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance and value in providing exceptional customer service to all stakeholders
• Manage multiple, shifting priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Acquire, maintain, and interpret up-to-date knowledge of funding submission modes, mechanisms, and deadlines

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Experience with Research Administration

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $18.61-$22.00 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 8
University Title: BUSINESS OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE I
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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