Dir,Business Opns/Sm Branch at University of New Mexico – Los Alamos, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35264

Working Title:
Dir,Business Opns/Sm Branch

Position Grade:
15

Position Summary:
UNM-Los Alamos is seeking a person to serve as the Director of Business Operations. This position oversees the administrative and operational activities of the campus. This includes business and fiscal management, human resources, information systems, physical plant/facilities management, and related auxiliary services. Plans, oversees, and coordinates capital and operating expenditures, budgeting, and fiscal systems. Provides leadership in the cost-effective use of resources, administrative strategies, policies, and programs for the branch. Serves as a member of the branch senior administrative team.
See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Campus:
Los Alamos

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Los Alamos Branch

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Contract
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $7,106.67 - $9,626.93

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
1/12/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Master's degree in Business or related field
• Professional certifications, such as CPA or CMA
• Experience with accounting and business operations at HigherEducation institutions
• Ability to plan, implement, and administer financialinformation and control systems.
• Knowledge of Human Resources practices.
• Skill in business planning and management.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range ofconstituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to develop and implement creative revenue-generationplans, programs, and initiatives.
• Ability to research, analyze, and conceptualize long-terminformation systems needs on an organizational basis.
• Skills in employee development and performance management,including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Advanced project management and leadership skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the operationalcharacteristics and requirements of an academic branch campus.
• Familiar with a diverse, multi-cultural environment
• Commitment to working with others for the overall good ofUNM-LA
• Humor, grace, resilience and a persona that exhibitsaccessibility, kindness, and humility.