"Business Manager, Executive - Visual and Performing Arts"

Business Manager, Executive - Visual and Performing Arts

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

Executive Business Manager for the Visual and Performing Arts

JOB PURPOSE:

Manage, direct and supervise the business and fiscal operations of the visual and performing arts units/departments; manage and perform business and complex accounting functions; manage special projects; develop and set policy and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, direct and supervise the business and fiscal operations of the Fine Arts Outreach unit and the academic departments of Music, Theatre & Dance, and Visual Arts including budgeting, expenditures, and long-range fiscal planning.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of complex financial reports; perform complex accounting functions; participate in meetings concerning financial aspects of a designated area.
• Conduct special fiscal studies; analyze data and make financial projections; determine needs and make recommendations for fiscal and human resource management.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of government, University and specialized regulations and policies, that affect personnel and fiscal affairs of the designated area; provide and apply interpretation of regulations and policies.
• Manage and maintain the daily fiscal affairs for a designated area including processing purchase orders and vouchers, coordinating activities with other University departments, outside agencies, and organizations and processing payroll, accounts payable, and receivable.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Will have responsibility for sales tax; will work with multiple-funding sources.
• May assist in projects to determine computer program updates and modifications.
• Develop policies, procedures and methods of operations for designated areas.
• Perform pricing, cost and contract negotiations, as directed.
• Act as liaison to departments, campus administration and outside agencies.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Decisiveness
• Individual Leadership
• Meeting Membership
• Quality Orientation
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Work Prioritization & Management

WORK LOCATION:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

Experience: 4 years' work-related experience in personnel and fiscal management

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Over 4 years' experience with personnel management
• Over 4 years' experience with fiscal management and budget planning
• Experience with hiring and payroll
• Experience working in higher education
• Experience with contract review and negotiation

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/01/2026 will receive full consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps at uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit visitlaramie.org