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Business Manager, Corporate College

Employer
Lone Star College
Location
Texas, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 19, 2021


Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs
  • One LSC
  • Student Focused
  • Own It
  • Advance Equity
  • Cultivate Community
  • Choose Learning
The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For” is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College was recognized in five areas: Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; and Work/Life Balance .

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office, University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, affordable academic transfer and career training education to 99,000 students each semester. LSC is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Stephen C. Head, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of LSC, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area with an annual economic impact of nearly $3 billion.

LSC, which consists of seven colleges, ten centers, two university centers, Lone Star Corporate College and LSC-Online, is continuously named Great Colleges to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Business Manager, Corporate College manages and coordinates assigned areas’ business functions. Creates and implements processes to ensure effective operations of department using own judgment and independent discretion. Reviews and analyzes reports, records, and directives, and confers with others to obtain data required for planning department activities such as prioritizing work, status of work and problems encountered. Manages and provides guidance for department staff. Provides input into budget planning and continuously monitors costs and budgets. Evaluates procedures, practices and personnel, and creates and implements processes to ensure department stays in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Manages day-to-day operations of the Corporate College office including but not limited to AR/AP, Student Financials,
  2. Manages and supervises full-time and/or part-time staff as assigned; Gives directions, resolves problems,prepares schedules and sets deadlines to ensure efficiency of workflow
  3. Creates and implements business processes to ensure compliance with local, state, and federa lregulations; Creates process improvement plans to ensure effective operations in assigned areas
  4. Experienced user of department financial budgets and expenses software, including PeopleSoft Financials, HCM, Hyperion and Essbase/Smartview
  5. Oversees management of faculty and staff payroll, as well as hiring processes for part-time faculty and students; this includes but is not limited to time-reporting, employment verification, background check authorizations, identifying overloads and stipends, verifying multiple payroll and benefits forms, and credentials verifications). Serves as liaison between department and The Office of Human Resources
  6. Manages and tracks contracts for the assigned areas to ensure all are up to date and on file in Salesforce. Responsible for renewing agreements as needed.
  7. Reviews and analyzes reports, records, and directives, and confers with others to obtain data required for planning department activities such as prioritizing work, status of work and problems encountered
  8. Monitors costs and budgets, and assists with budget recommendations
  9. Instills a culture of exceptional customer service in all staff through training, modeling, and supervision
  10. Makes presentations at a variety of workshops/trainings/information sessions as needed
  11. Identifies, develops, and implements administrative "best practices" and re-engineers processes as needed to ensure efficiency, documentation, and information sharing
  12. Completes ad-hoc projects as assigned; Performs research, compiles information, analyzes data,and provides detailed reports and presentations as needed
  13. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Strong interpersonal skills and outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Skilled in areas of purchasing, budgeting, financial administration, financial reporting and personnel administration
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines
  • Must have initiative, be a self-starter, and have strong analytical skills
  • Above average skills in the utilization of computer systems, including PCs to extract (query) and report on information
  • Prior Experience in project management
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidential information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
  • Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
  • Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • One year experience working in higher education
  • PeopleSoft experience
Salary

Hiring salary range is $56,370 - $64,826

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

  1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
  2. If the position was full time or part time
  3. If the position was paid or unpaid
  4. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree


Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

Go to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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