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Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications Associate Director, UNLV Student Life, Business Services [R0141644] ROLE of the POSITION This position is under the direct supervision of the Director for Finance and Administration, Student Life Business Services (SLBS), and works closely with the Associate Vice President for Student Life and Student Life Leadership Team. The Associate Director serves as an integral member of Student Life by supporting administrative and leading the budgetary initiative of the Student Life. The Associate Director will provide support, guidance, and direction relating to proper business practices. This position will ensure all business processes are compliant with established NSHE, BOR, NRS, NAC, and University policies, procedures, and best practice: maintain the integrity of program accounts and use of funds with the goal of maximizing availability of funds for priorities established by the division while meeting reporting and financial information requirements of the University. The incumbent is responsible for day-to-day operations including general accounting and general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and account management. This position will assist Student Life with business processes in Workday, including being a back-up for the human resources processes. The Student Life Business Services has six Accounting Technicians and one Accounting Assistant 3 reporting to this position. The Associate Director will assist the Director with creating internal policies, procedures, audits, financial forecasting models, responsible for the budget cycle, training, and in other special projects as needed. This position may serve as the Director’s representative in budget and strategic planning meetings. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Direct supervision of seven full-time classified staff; responsibilities include hiring, training, evaluation and daily supervision. Lead the Student Life budget cycle process with the Director. Develop and recommend changes to policy and procedures to the Director related to areas of internal control and oversight and as they relate to the operations of the Business Office. Participation in facilities related RFP processes. Recommendation for system modification or adjustments based on terms of contracts. Tracking and reconciliation of project accounts. Ensure accounts are closed at project completion and funds distributed accordingly. Work closely with the University departments and vendors to ensure efficient processes with a high level of accountability. Recommendation and development of reports to track and reconcile activities per contract terms and perimeters that will result in fluid reporting and effective progress assessment. Support the Director in the preparation and reporting of annual account activity variances and forecasting as well as required annual reports such as UBIT, and YE Accounts Receivables and Deferred Income Statements. Reporting, analysis and projections of utility, maintenance and other related work tags. Recommend encumbrance adjustment, etc. as applicable. Work collaboratively as a team to create a living strategic plan and actively strive to achieve both the short and long- term objectives using metrics to gauge results and suggest changes based on results. Provide guidance and training with Workday business processes. Student Life Workday Financial Specialist. Student Life liaison for Workday updates. Provide back up to Assistant Director of Administration, which include Workday oversight for Student Life recruitments. The Student Life Business Services and UNLV Student Life are firmly committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming for all people. This reflects our commitment and journey towards bringing multiple perspectives to our community; supporting our students, staff, and guests; bringing equity into society and embracing new ideas. This includes the following components: Engage in ongoing self-reflection, learning, and development Be an agent of organizational change Use your position and influence to confront, teach, and learn about issues of equity and inclusion. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This position requires a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and Minimum of four years full time experience (post bachelors with one-year experience in direct supervision of full- time staff required). Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS ● Outcome assessment and analysis experience preferred. ● Experience with strategic planning and working with area/department planning preferred. ● Experience working in a college/university setting preferred. COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. SALARY Salary commensurate with experience BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS Employee recognition and appreciation programs Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts RebelCard discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles HOW TO APPLY Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on immediately. Materials should be addressed to Malia Alfeche, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0141644” in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu EEO/AA STATEMENT The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. TITLE IX STATEMENT The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage. SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. JOB CATEGORY Administrative Faculty ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent100.0% Required Attachment(s) Cover Letter, CV/ Resume and 3 Professional Reference Posting Close Date12/31/2024 Note to Applicant This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs. Welcome to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where employees don't just work — they serve. We are looking for diverse, talented, and passionate people to contribute to our mission of teaching, research, and service. Since its first classes were held on campus in 1957, UNLV has transformed itself from a small branch college into a thriving urban research institution. Along the way, the urban university has become an indispensable resource in one of the country's fastest-growing and most enterprising cities. UNLV is committed to joining the nation’s top tier of research institutions through a focused effort to attract top students and faculty, educate a diversifying population and workforce, and drive economic activity through research and community partnerships to create a more vibrant economy. Establishing a medical school and attaining top tier status will substantially enhance UNLV’s current $1.8 billion economic impact. Here you will find a vibrant campus, a supportive workplace, and tools to help you achieve professional and personal growth. We offer a variety of career opportunities and generous compensation packages. NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Persons with inquiries regarding discrimination/complaints may contact the Office of Equal Employment and Title IX at: EEO/Title IX Michelle Sposito Director of Equal Employment/Title IX Title IX Coordinator Office: FDH 635 Mail Code: 1062 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062 Phone: (702) 895-4055 Fax: (702) 895-0415 Email: michelle.sposito@unlv.edu or titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, Director of Equal Employment/Title IX, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV, 89154-1062, Telephone: (702) 895-4055, or in person at Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH), Room 555.; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact UNLV Human Resources at 702-895-3504. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at UNLV's Annual Security Report. 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