Business Operations Specialist 1 (LIMITED TO CURRENT UCONN EMPLOYEES ONLY)

This position is open to current internal UConn employees only.

JOB SUMMARY

The UConn-URI Navy STEM Coalition within the National Institute for Undersea Vehicle Technology (NIUVT) at the University of Connecticut seeks qualified applicants for aBusiness Operations Specialist 1position within the University of Connecticut Shipbuilding Initiative. The UConn-URI Navy STEM Coalitionseekstoestablisha long-term STEM pipeline program for naval related careers in Southeast New program engages STEM talent K-12 through graduate school ininnovative naval-focused activities and hands-on projects through participation form the regional Navy community to provide early and frequent interactionand ultimately retentionof students from this community. Working under the direction of the ANCHOR leadership the successful candidate will provide administrative support and significant program support to help administer the newly funded Advancing Naval Careers Through Higher Education Outreach and Research (ANCHOR) in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) awarded to the University of Connecticut.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assistsstudents staff faculty and others with a wide range of administrative and fiscal matters.
• Corresponds with administrators from other units institutions and serves as a liaison between theCenter facultymembersandother University offices.
• Acts as fiscal manager for andresourcesto faculty membersteam members and program leaders responsible forthe use of ANCHOR funds.
• Monitorstransactionsfor ANCHOR programming.
• Meets with team to explain services and procedurescommunicatesfinancial information andassistswith transaction documents as needed.
• Resolves outstanding issues on fiscal accounts including follow-up on problems to ensuretimelyandaccuratecompletion of work.
• Preparescomprehensivebudgets and financial statements.
• Complies withfederal state and University standards andregulations.
• Communicates withcenters unitsdepartmentsand colleges forresolution of ANCHOR contract related concerns.
• Develops and implements standard policies and practices for a variety of purchasing and reporting activities.
• Supervises administrative support andis responsible forall unitpurchases.
• Within unit and University expectations ensures compliance with established internal controls and departmental administrative policies and procedures including maintenance and coordination of center records and deliverables.
• Works on special projects as directed by supervisor.
• Performs related work asrequired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Current UConn employee.
2. Bachelors degree in a related field.
3. Three years of related experience.
4. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
5. Experience using Microsoft products and software applications.
6. Proven time management skills in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
7. Experience working in a higher education setting preferably within a scientific institution/unit.
8. Demonstrated experience independently on routine tasks and in a team setting while regularly exercising sound judgment.
9. Demonstrated experience working with UConn electronic systems (KFSWebFOCUSHuskyBuy Core-CT etc.).
10. Demonstrated interpersonal skills with experience establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with diverse student administrative and faculty populations.
11. Experience working with federal grants and contracts.
12. Experienceworking with financial enterprise systems and project management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. More than four years of related experience.
2. Experience with federal and state laws regulatory requirements and University policies governing the receipt and use of funds.
3. Experience with documents and stages in the revenue process ( purchase orders service agreements invoices accounts receivable etc.).
4. Experience working with naval or defense industries ormilitarypersonnel.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time end-dated position with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding. The University offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: rights terms and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions Search #499431 to upload aresume cover letterand contact information forthree (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 6 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.