Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title Internal Only Academic Affairs Business Manager (ENGL + Ed/MAT) 00723 Role Title General Administration Supervisor I/Coordinator I Position Number 00723 FLSA Exempt Appointment Type Full Time Type of Posting Current CNU/Agency Employees Only Is Sensitive Position? No If Sensitive Position, please paste statement Designated Personnel No Responsible Employee
This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
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The Dean's office for the College of Arts & Humanities at CNU, provides support to academic departments, faculty, and students for their work and education within the University's academic programs.
Purpose of the Position
The Multi-Department Business Manager provides high-level, comprehensive administrative, fiscal, and logistical support to multiple Departments and Academic Centers or Institutes. Acting as a central operational anchor, the coordinator ensures compliance with university policies, manages complex departmental workflows, and assists chairs in executing administrative directives from the Dean's office. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to balance competing priorities across distinct academic disciplines. This position also requires technical proficiency that is adaptable to new systems and programs. The Business Manager works closely with department chairs but reports directly to the academic deans with a dotted line to the Assistant Provost for Administration and Finance. Business Managers are expected to also serve as support back-up to other Business Managers as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Technical Skills: Proficiency with institutional database systems (ERP/SIS), scheduling software, budget tracking tools, and standard office productivity suites (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
Task Prioritization: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Ability to support multiple stakeholders simultaneously, managing boundaries and shifting deadlines with professionalism.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to edit departmental publications and interface with the Dean's office and other internal and external stakeholders.
Policy Compliance: A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to learn, interpret, and align daily operations with complex guidelines like the University Handbook and SACSCOC standards. Knowledge of and ability to maintain compliance with state procurement policies. Knowledge of and ability to maintain compliance with travel policies and procedures.
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education: High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
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Additional Consideration(s)
Education: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
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Salary Information Salary starting at $45,689 to $57,112, Commensurate with Education and Experience CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code 19221 Conditions of Employment
Is this position telework eligible? Yes Telework Eligibility Disclaimer
This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee's success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.
Physical/Cognitive Requirements
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Marginal Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Marginal Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Marginal Pushing/Pulling Marginal Standing Essential Sitting Essential Bending Marginal Walking Marginal Climbing Marginal Reaching Marginal Repetitive Motion Marginal List other physical requirements
Emotional Demands
Fast Pace Essential Average Pace Essential Multiple Priorities Essential Intense Customer Interaction Essential Multiple Stimuli Essential Frequency Changes Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory Essential Reasoning Essential Hearing Essential Reading Essential Analyzing Essential Logic Essential Verbal Communication Essential Written Communication Essential List other mental/sensory requirements
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PS1235P Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Date 06/29/2026 Closing Date 07/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20943 Advertising Text EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Request
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
Supplemental Questions
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Do you have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit.
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Do you have a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit.
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Would you like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP)?
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If you would like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP), did you provide your AHP Letter?
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience?
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Do you have experience in financial, administrative, or operational support?
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Do you have experience working in a higher education environment or in a complex multi-stakeholder environment?
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Do you have experience using the state procurement system (eVA)?
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Do you have experience using the Christopher Newport University travel expense management system (Emburse)?
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Do you have experience managing faculty research grants?
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Do you have experience developing spreadsheets with complex formulas for financial analysis?
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Do you have experience using BannerSaaS?
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Do you have experience using Canva or similar graphic design tools?
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