Reporting to the Director of Administrative Services, the Business Manager serves as a key administrative and financial leader within the department, providing oversight of payroll, financial operations, sponsored research administration, and student financial processes. This position exercises independent judgment in managing complex fiscal and human resource functions to ensure compliance with university policies, sponsor regulations, and provides strategic operational support to enhance departmental efficiency. The Business Manager also serves as a key liaison with central university offices and ensures efficient management of departmental resources. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three (3) years of professional human resources, payroll, finance, accounting, procurement, or travel coordination experience. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Additional Job Details Preferences: Knowledge of University of Maryland software systems (e.g., Workday, CONCUR). Familiarity with University personnel, payroll, and Graduate School policies and procedures. Sound judgement, attention to detail, and ability to provide excellent customer service to individuals from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions. Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, 3 Professional References Best Consideration Date: September 18, 2026 Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: No Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required Yes For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website. Department BSOS-Hearing & Speech Sciences Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $85,960 - $90,000 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.