Director of Business Services - State University Mgmt Officer

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Job Description

The Director of Business Services provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and administrative direction for the University’s core business functions—Accounting, Student Accounts, and Purchasing—with an emphasis on ensuring efficient, compliant, and service‑oriented operations. The role is responsible for developing and implementing fiscal and administrative policies, monitoring financial performance, advising senior leadership on financial planning, and ensuring that business processes align with Minnesota State system requirements.

This position provides direct, hands‑on leadership to the Purchasing functional area, including vendor relations, contract management, competitive bidding, and compliance oversight. The Director ensures that all business operations support institutional goals, regulatory requirements, and high standards of customer service for students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of theories and practices of management and supervision to direct human and fiscal resources so that program objectives are achieved

• Knowledge of budgeting, contracting, and processes to ensure compliance, efficient use of resources, and make proposals to achieve program initiatives

• Experience managing contracts, procurement processes, or vendor relationships

• Experience leading organizational change, process improvement, or operational efficiency initiatives

• Proficiency with enterprise business systems, financial management systems, and Microsoft 365 applications

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a complex organizational environment

• Analytical skills and written communication to draft and interpret policy and statute language and analyze complex policy and program issues

• Ability to embrace and lead programs in support of equity and inclusion, and demonstrated direct application of equity and inclusion in the work environment 

• Bachelor's Degree in a Business discipline, Public Administration, higher education, or related field 

• Three (3) years experience in a supervisory role in business affairs or fiscal services 

Preferred Qualification 

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Higher Education Administration, Finance, or a related field 

• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as Workday 

• Demonstrated experience in developing human relations to understand, develop, motivate, collaborate with, and lead others 

• Negotiation and/or mediation skills to resolve differences between competing or different positions, and to influence the endorsement, acceptance, and priority of policies 

• Experience presenting financial, operational, or strategic information to executive leadership, governing boards, or other stakeholder groups 

• Experience in navigating a union environment, such as an understanding of the grievance process 

• Previous experience in a supervisory role in higher education and/or a complex organization 

Documents Required to Apply

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

About

St. Cloud State University serves close to 10,000 students and is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success. Located along the Mississippi River in St. Cloud, Minnesota, SCSU combines personalized support, applied learning, research, and community engagement to create opportunities for students, employees, and the region. With more than 133,000 alumni worldwide, SCSU continues to make a lasting impact through education, innovation, and service.

St. Cloud State University is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that values the unique contributions of all students, faculty, staff, and community members. We recognize that welcoming a variety of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthens our teaching, learning, research, and service mission. We encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to student success, belonging, and excellence.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Managerial Plan which can be found at: Managerial Plan

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Andrea Rooney. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

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