Senior Business Manager

Duke School of Nursing

• School of Nursing Established in 1931, Duke University School of Nursing is among the top-ranked nursing schools. The school is proud of its overarching commitment to educating the next generation of nurse leaders and advancing the role of nurses and nursing in the transformation of health care and in the expansion of health equity. The School of Nursing has an inclusive and diverse community that supports the professional goals of its students, faculty, and staff as they pursue excellence. Comprised of 1,600 faculty, staff, instructors, and students, the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University School of Medicine, and Duke University Health System are a part of Duke Health. The Duke University Health System is a world-class health care network. Founded in 1998 to provide efficient, responsive care, the health system offers a network of health services. It encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Health Integrated Practices, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provide overall administrative management and coordination of various business-related functions including finance, budget, personnel, space and facilities planning, grant administration, academic support and policy interpretation and dissemination as a high-level business management administrator within the School of Nursing. The business manager will supervise divisional business/administrative managers/directors.

SUPERVISOR

This position reports to the Vice Dean, Finance and Administration (VDFA).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide administrative direction and coordination in the formulation, interpretation and administration of current and long-range policies, procedures and programs.
• Plan departmental budget needs by analyzing program plans on both a short- and long-term basis including projecting possible levels of support from multiple sources of funding; confer with administration and faculty to analyze and recommend priorities and goals for future department needs.
• Determine fiscal requirements, make projections and prepare overall departmental budgets; prepare financial statements reflecting status of programs and activities; ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Maintain interface with departmental personnel to coordinate operational activities to ensure adequate manning, space and facilities; direct the planning and coordination of purchasing, maintenance, construction and renovation activities for the department; administer a program of property management and accountability.
• Maintain liaison with all level of administration, faculty and outside organizations to coordinate departmental business, accomplish directives and facilitate the resolution of problems.
• Coordinate the compilation and preparation of operational and financial reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations.
• Supervise and coordinate work of designated employees, which typically includes departmental staff supporting business functions and may include divisional business management employees; manage personnel activities to meet University and departmental objectives in training, equal employment and pay, and wage and salary administration; advise on employment terms and appointment procedures of faculty as appropriate.
• Represent department head in meetings and conferences and other affairs of an administrative nature.
• Prepare reports and analyses to include financial reports, setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

SKILLS

Communication Skills:  Effective verbal and written communication is crucial for interacting with staff, stakeholders, and external partners.

Leadership and Supervisory Skills:  Ability to lead and manage teams, including divisional business/administrative managers.

Financial Management:  Proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, and grant administration.

Organizational Skills:  Strong organizational abilities to manage space and facilities planning, and ensure efficient operations.

Attention to Detail:  Precision in handling tasks related to finance, personnel, and policy interpretation.

Problem-Solving Skills:  Ability to address and resolve issues that arise within the department.

Technical Proficiency:  Familiarity with office software, database management, and other relevant technologies.

Time Management:  Efficiently managing time to balance multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

Policy Interpretation and Dissemination:  Understanding and communicating policies effectively within the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Anticipated Pay Range

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $ 76,628.00 to USD $153,254.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide arrayof family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Learn more at:  https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Education

Work requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or a closely related field.

Experience

Work requires a minimum of eight (8) years progressively responsible experience in administrative management, to include proficiency in budgeting, grants and contracts, personnel supervision and space and facilities management.

A Master's degree in Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field may substitute for two (2) years of required experience.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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