Business Officer

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service. We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range:

$70,421 - $78,246

Vacancy Number:

E1431

Competency Level:

(Not specified)

Location of Workplace:

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department:

CSE Dean's Office - 32300

Division:

Academic Affairs - 30 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

UNCW's College of Science and Engineering (CSE) programs in mathematics and statistics, computer sciences, natural sciences, psychology, and pre-engineering and engineering, drive innovation and discovery. The CSE Dean's office supports all nine units in the college and provides centralized support and administration for all CSE faculty, staff and students.

College/School Information:

The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in information technology/computer science and information systems, computer science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic programs, the college provides instruction and research opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information technology, data science, computer science, mathematics, pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology, cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2 programs in computer science and electrical or computer engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic information science are also available. CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research. Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced study.

University Information:

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969. Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

This position plays a critical role in managing faculty and staff human resources and financial operations within the College. Responsibilities include the day-to-day review and approval of student hiring actions (EPAFs) and serving as the Faculty Load and Compensation (FLAC) Manager for all overload and supplemental faculty assignments. The role works closely with departmental administrative staff to ensure accurate assignment entry, respond to technical inquiries, and manage monthly timelines related to hiring and compensation processes. Additionally, the position oversees HR documentation for EHRA/EPS employee changes and serves as the departmental budget approver for all hiring actions, compensation adjustments, and position control activities. The Business Officer also handles all paperwork applicable for dual employment payments. Financial responsibilities include performing reconciliations across multiple funding sources, training staff on managing trust and receipt-supported funds, developing templates and process documentation. The position also supports the creation and maintenance of standardized monthly financial reports for Department Chairs. The Business Officer partners with the Assistant Dean on complex financial planning and reporting tasks, including multi-year budget development, funding model creation, accreditation-related reporting, capital planning, and special projects. The position also assists in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures that align with University policies while supporting the operational needs of the College.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area and two years of administrative management or business management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• A bachelor's degree with at least three years of work experience in these areas
• Knowledge of Ellucian Banner or demonstrated experience on a similar scale ERP system with an ability to quickly and effectively learn Banner
• Experience using SSRS reporting environments, or a demonstrated experience with similar SQL-based reporting environments
• Knowledge of UNCW or UNC system financial and personnel policies and practices or a demonstrated experience in a complex university environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet short deadlines

Required Certifications or Licensures:

No Required Certifications or Licensure

FTE:

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year:

12 Months

Type of Position:

Permanent

Job Posting Date:

09/03/2025

Posting Close Date:

9/24/2025

Number of Openings:

Single Incumbent