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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA OR Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Office of Research

Director supervises the administrative staff in the Office of Research and manages the financial, technical, and logistical support necessary to sustain enterprise operations. Serves as a member of the Senior Leadership team in the Office of Research. Reports to the Vice Provost for Research.

Leadership:

• Supervise direct reporting staff and student workers.

Fiscal:

• Manage all aspects of the Office of Research Budgets
• Assist other AVPs/Directors in budget planning and management

Administrative

• Provide oversight and coordination for standard administrative functions across the Office of Research
• Supervise hiring and onboarding for new staff
• Organize regular staff meetings

Logistics

• Provide oversight and coordination for Core Research Facilities, Research Centers and Institutes
• Monitor administrative workflow´s and process with a view toward innovation and efficiency.
• Develop long-term operational strategies, working closely with Senior Leadership, to meet Office of Research objectives and assure team members have relevant resources.
• Employ data analytic and assessments to produce evaluative reports and improve efficiencies.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Five (5) or more years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong record of fiscal accountability
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a complex and diverse environment.

Preferred Experience

• Five (5) or more years of work experience in Accounting or Finance
• Experience in supervisory and/or management position with progressive responsibility

$85,000 - $92, 900

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to anticipate challenges and provide solutions to Vice Provost
• Attentive to detail

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in accounting and/or budget management
• Understanding of how to encourage different functional groups to work together
• Deep understanding of managing budgets and communicating details

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent diplomatic skills; must be able to represent the university to external parties.
• Proven skills in project management

May 31, 2023
Application review may begin on May 22, 2023.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University’s academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours to evenings and weekends
• Travel to each campus will be required for meetings and to perform duties.

• Position of Trust + Education