Iowa State University · 3 hours ago
Manager Business Administration
Ames, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expIowa State University is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager of Business Administration to lead key operational, financial, and administrative functions that strengthen student recruitment, enrollment, and success. This role is ideal for a collaborative and solutions-oriented leader who excels at building effective teams, optimizing processes, and driving strategic, data-informed decisions across a complex and dynamic unit.
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Responsibilities
Set team priorities and ensure alignment with Enrollment Management’s strategic plan
Build and lead high-performing teams; manage staffing plans and workforce needs
Provide full supervision, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and employee development
Oversee annual and multi-year budget planning, forecasting, and financial reporting
Analyze budget trends and support institutional financial aid budget decisions
Guide budget and finance staff; train others in budgeting concepts and system reporting
Manage contracts, vendor relationships, and RFP processes
Lead workflow and process optimization to improve consistency and efficiency across Enrollment Management
Oversee operational policies, technology inventory management, and space planning
Manage hybrid/remote work agreements, onboarding processes, and policy libraries
Prepare and present data, reports, and communications for senior leaders
Provide confidential executive support to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management
Supervise administrative support staff and oversee daily administrative operations
Lead cross-departmental projects and represent Enrollment Management on committees and campus partnerships
Support unit-wide recruitment, retention, and enrollment-related events and initiatives
Formulates policies and guidelines for unit/department activities
Develops, manages, and controls budgets and other financial data
Establishes financial and operational systems to monitor, control, and verify expenditures and carry out financial analysis
Oversees the preparation and management of grant and contract proposals involving a variety of funding sources and agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred
Experience leading complex administrative, financial, or operational functions in a higher education environment or similarly structured organization
Advanced proficiency with budgeting, financial forecasting, and data analysis
Experience using enterprise systems such as Workday, Tableau, or Power BI
Experience managing and developing staff, fostering engagement, and leading teams through change or process improvements
Project management experience, including leading cross-functional initiatives and implementing new operational processes or systems
Experience with preparing executive-level materials, presenting data clearly, and interacting effectively with stakeholders
Benefits
Medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Company
Iowa State University
Iowa State University is a public flagship land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.51MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityUS Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2024-08-28Grant· $1M
2024-03-28Grant
2024-02-26Grant
Leadership Team
Kevin Kimle
Rastetter Chair of Agricultural Entrepreneurship
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