Position Title: Unit Business Officer

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Administrative Specialist

Job Duties:

Reporting to the Divisional Business Officer of Academic Affairs, the Unit Business Officer serves at the college administrative level for the areas they support. There are two open positions covering two different areas. The position completes a variety of human resources, financial management and budget development functions for the college or unit. The position works closely with the Dean and area managers in service to the college and units to support strategic initiatives and provide routine financial analyses and budget status reports.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
• Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
• Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program
• Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies

Compensation:

Starting at $50,000 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated oral and written communication
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of customer service
• Demonstrated professional experience exercising discretion regarding confidential or sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in human resources and financial management software applications such as Workday and Adaptive Planning
• At least 2 years experience managing financial information and developing budgets.

Education:

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR minimum of four (4) years of demonstrated experience managing financial information and developing budgets.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.*

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 08/09/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Position Title: Unit Business Officer

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Administrative Specialist

Job Duties:

Reporting to the Divisional Business Officer of Academic Affairs, the Unit Business Officer serves at the college administrative level for the areas they support. There are two open positions covering two different areas. The position completes a variety of human resources, financial management and budget development functions for the college or unit. The position works closely with the Dean and area managers in service to the college and units to support strategic initiatives and provide routine financial analyses and budget status reports.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
• Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
• Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program
• Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies

Compensation:

Starting at $50,000 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated oral and written communication
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of customer service
• Demonstrated professional experience exercising discretion regarding confidential or sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in human resources and financial management software applications such as Workday and Adaptive Planning
• At least 2 years experience managing financial information and developing budgets.

Education:

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR minimum of four (4) years of demonstrated experience managing financial information and developing budgets.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.*

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 08/09/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.