Business Administrator, School of Information Technology, CECH

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About the School of Information Technology

The School of Information Technology (SoIT) is a national leader in studying solutions and needs that connect people, information, and the technology of the time. The SoIT is home to Ohio's first Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Information Technology. In addition, it is home to Ohio's first ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. The SoIT has been growing at 14% annually and currently serves more than 1400 students with 32 full-time faculty members, 30 full-time staff, and 39 adjunct faculty. The SoIT is home to several centers including an NSA/DHS Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the Information Technology Solutions Center, the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, Applied Machine Learning and Intelligence Center, the Civic Technologies Lab, and the Information Technology Analytics Center.

The SoIT is a diverse, interdisciplinary, team-oriented, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment. It empowers individuals to become passionate, solution-minded Information Technology professionals by fostering continuous innovation, research, leadership development, interdisciplinary problem solving, and real-world experience. More information about the school can be found at http://cech.uc.edu/it.

Job Overview

The School of Information Technology (SoIT) seeks to hire a leader to join its collaborative team as a Business Administrator. The SoIT Business Administrator is an integrated role that supports the overall operation of the SoIT and its strategic plan. The Business Administrator reports to the Associate Director of Business Affairs and works closely with the School Director. The SoIT Business Administrator is a member of the SoIT Business Affairs Functional Team and leads the Finance/HR functional team with direct supervision of the team.

The SoIT Business Administrator is responsible for a wide range of projects/tasks associated with primary business operations, academic, or student services. Responsibilities include day-to-day administration of specialized activities related to a business office and reports to management, provide recommendation and advice to management or other groups on process related topics, and conduct or carry out work procedures and activities in accordance with local, state, federal, and university regulations.

This position is 100% on-site but may offer flexibility for a hybrid work option once training is complete. Hybrid work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with the School of Information Technologies telework policy and university policies.

Essential Functions

• Manage the financial, administrative, and operational activities of a diversified business unit with a considerable income generation component.

• Direct personnel functions for an operating unit and oversee annual salary increase processes.
• Lead budget preparation and monitor grants and contracts.
• Determine purchasing priorities and make recommendations for major capital expenditures.
• Serve as a seasoned and proficient professional.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field
• Seven (7) years of relevant education, experience and/or other specialized training can fulfill minimum education and experience requirements

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of financial and administrative experience, including one (1) year of p revious supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Experience working in a higher education institution with high research activities
• Experience working with external funding, including grants and contracts
• Experience working with financial and administrative software systems such as Success Factors, SAP Hana, Concur, or other ERP systems.

Minimum Requirements

Review of the applications will start as soon as possible until the position is filled. Applicants must submit:

• Cover Letter
• CV/Resume
• At least three references

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary range of $70,000 - $80,000 based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

REQ: 99793

Business Administrator, School of Information Technology, CECH

Date: Aug 26, 2025

Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility: Main Campus

Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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