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Business Administrator

Appalachian State University
$46,000 - $52,000
United States, North Carolina, Boone
287 Rivers Street (Show on map)
Oct 31, 2024
Position Summary Information


Classification Title University Program Specialist
Working Title Business Administrator
Location Boone, NC
Job Category 2
Position Number 043851
Department Health Services - 320000
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for the organization's financial management and business affairs.
Supervises the Student Health billing specialist.
Assists billing specialist with coding and billing duties, and oversees departmental billing and coding practices.
Provides personnel support for the section managers within Student Health.
Maintains expertise needed for the implementation of the mandatory student health insurance plan and mandatory state requirements for immunization records.
In addition, provides Administrative Assistant support to the Administrative Director of Student Health Services and programs for the Student Health Services in order to allow more time for the Director of Student Health Services to handle medical administrative issues, patient care and other related problems.
This position will administer all aspects of the P-Card; generate monthly departmental fund activity reconciliation reports; process travel requests and contracts.
Provide logistical support.
Responsible for gathering, organizing, and presenting data for reports and assessment; Tracks office supply inventory, order necessary office and program materials and supplies.
Performs other duties as required by the Director and staff members within the unit.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

  • Knowledge of the Banner, Microsoft, Google Apps for Ed, Aim, Works P-card and Yo-Mart systems.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in records management, verify and reconcile financial data, and maintain personnel and payroll records.
  • Detail-oriented and capable of productive, independent work.
  • Ability to work in and contribute to a diverse, collegial, and professional environment with a variety of campus constituents.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefer budget and accounting experience;
  • two years or more of experience with medical practice management and electronic medical record systems;
  • good verbal and written communication skills;
  • strong ability to maintain a calm and focused presence during stressful situations involving students, parents, staff or other individuals..

Type of Position Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No
Physical Demands of Position
Sight sufficient to read complex budgetary spreadsheets and manuals; manual dexterity sufficient to operate computers and other office technology.
Overall Competency Level Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalency 65
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $46,000 - $52,000
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.
Business Administration: Independently manage a variety of business functions with dynamic funding sources and/or a variety of functional activities, programs, and/or services. Interpret and/or modify policies and procedures to facilitate and ensure the application of sound business practices. May include integration of policies and procedures with work units external to the organization. Interpret, modify and monitor internal policies. Participate and assist in the long-and short-term strategic goals and planning. May participate in planning for future growth.

Financial Management/Budget: Conduct financial management responsibilities in an organization primarily funded by a variety of dynamic and multi-dimensional funding sources (e.g., multiple contracts and grants, receipts, etc.). Require a thorough understanding of the applicable accounting and budgeting practices in order to contribute to budget development and/or capital expense proposals. Frequently serve as an internal resource on financial matters. Perform budget analyses and conduct budgetary forecasting in a financial environment with varied resources.

Human Resources Management: Function in a full supervisory role for direct reports. May serve as a resource to other supervisors in the selection process. Develop and implement work plans; conduct performance reviews; participate in the disciplinary process, as needed. Actively participate in ensuring employee growth and development. Plan and deliver on-the-job training. Identify and implement career progression adjustments. Plan for staffing needs and workload distribution for multi-functional areas. May identify funding source(s) for staffing.

Communication: Develop and/or edit written documents and/or reports with comprehensive and interpretative information that usually spans across functional areas. Provide documentation to explain and support conclusions. Communicate comprehensive and interpretative information that spans across functional areas. Respond to non-routine inquiries.
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.


Posting Details Information


Posting Date 10/30/2024
Closing Date 11/10/2024
Competency Level Statement If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume


List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.
Search Chair Name Beth Booth
Search Chair Email boothed@appstate.edu
Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)
Departmental Information


Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/48552
Posting Number 201502752P

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