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Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Vice President for Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement, the Business Manager 2 provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all financial, business, administrative, and human resource operations within Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement (PAE). This position serves as the senior business officer for the division and is responsible for ensuring sound fiscal management, operational effectiveness, compliance, workforce planning, and resource allocation in support of the divisions strategic priorities.
This position partners closely with division leadership, Augusta University departments, and the Assistant VP for Foundation to develop long-range operational strategies, manage complex budgets and contracts, evaluate organizational performance, and implement business processes that support fundraising and alumni engagement objectives.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Business Operations
Provides strategic oversight of all financial and business operations for PAE, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, procurement, reporting, and resource allocation.
Oversees and approves all expenses for PAE prior to them going to University Accounts Payable or the Augusta University Foundation.
Advises executive leadership on operational strategy, financial planning, workforce investments, and organizational effectiveness.
Develops and implements operational goals, policies, and procedures that support divisional priorities.
Analyzes financial, staffing, and performance data to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support executive decision-making.
Oversees compliance with university policies, foundation requirements, accounting standards, procurement regulations, and state contracting laws.
Leads annual operating and staffing budget development and long-range financial planning efforts.
Provides oversight of Augusta University Foundation funding utilized by PAE.
Human Resources
Serves as the senior HR liaison for PAE, providing leadership and direction across all personnel functions.
Leads workforce planning, position management, staffing analyses, organizational design, and succession planning.
Manages all processes, documentation, and functions related to position establishment, reclassification, and recruitment.
Reviews and approves personnel actions, funding allocations, position requests, and recruitment strategies.
Advises divisional leadership on employee relations, policy interpretation, and organizational development.
Ensures compliance with university employment policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Oversees onboarding coordination and integration of new staff.
Contract Management
Provides oversight of all contracts and vendor relationships supporting PAE.
Review proposals for new and/or revised service contracts for content and general university requirements resulting in recommendations for proposed contract details.
Maintain list of all service contracts to include contract terms and contact information.
Participate as needed in communication efforts with vendor and contractor representatives related to contract issues.
Collaborate with AU Legal staff as necessary regarding contract issues.
Liaison Duties
Information Technology (IT) - Serve as a liaison with IT related to operational needs within PAE.
Engages IT staff for assistance with programming, funding, or system requirements.
Human Resources (HR) - Provide support to PAE leadership regarding HR concerns and processes.
AU Procurement - Collaborate with AU Procurement staff regarding the procurement of services and equipment supporting PAE initiatives and projects.
AU Finance - Actively collaborate with AU Finance and Budget staff on requests for data and funding issues.
Assists Foundation Board Liaison with executive-level board meetings, activities for key constituents, and board/donor-related events.
Inventory Management
Manages technology equipment for all of PAE staff in and physical inventory, provides setup and onboarding for new employees.
Manages departments refresh process.
Communications
Consistently provide professional, accurate, tactful, and timely written and verbal communications to PAE staff and other university staff.
Establishes and maintains positive collaborative working relationships with all levels of Augusta University and USG staff.
Provides ongoing training to PAE staff regarding policy and best practices related to budget, expense, human resources, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related discipline and three years of administrative management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree from an accredited college or university in business, finance, accounting or public administration with a minimum of 10 years of related experience in progressively increasing accounting and budget management roles within a higher education, corporate, or agency environment.
Demonstrated experience in working with multi-resourced budgets and complex accounting systems.
A track record of outstanding internal and external customer service skills.
Experience in higher education or state agency environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to set priorities in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.
Effective communication skills and understanding of complex organizations governance.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B13
Salary Range: $68,500/annually - $87,300/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 11/5/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Credit Check
This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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