Business Operations Professional

**Posting Number:**
S15032P
**Working Title:**
Business Operations Professional
**Department:**
VetMed-Research & Graduate Aff
**About The University Of Georgia:**
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/)
. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
**About The College/Unit/Department:**
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our
Principles of Community
.
**College/Unit/Department Website:**
vet.uga.edu
**Posting Type:**
External
**Retirement Plan:**
TRS or ORP
**Employment Type:**
Employee
**Benefits Eligibility:**
Benefits Eligible
**Full/Part Time:**
Full Time
**Additional Schedule Information:**
8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday – Friday
**Advertised Salary:**
Commensurate with Experience
**Posting Date:**
04/21/2026
**Open Until Filled:**
No
**Closing Date:**
04/28/2026
**Proposed Starting Date:**
05/11/2026
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
**EEO Policy Statement:**
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (
hrweb@uga.edu
).
**USG Core Values Statement:**
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
**Classification Title:**
Department Assistant II
**FLSA:**
Non-Exempt
**FTE:**
1.00
**Minimum Qualifications:**
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Knowledge of OneSource and OneUSG Connect is preferred.
**Position Summary:**
The Business Office Professional will assist the CVM Office of Research and Faculty and Graduate Affairs through general program, financial, administrative, and team support. Position will be responsible for monitoring budgets, tracking research funding, creating financial reports, organizing/reconciling PCard receipts, processing purchase orders, planning faculty and student events, and overseeing general fiscal affairs for the CVM.
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:**

• Financial and administrative accuracy
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Problem resolution and critical thinking
• Attention to detail and confidentiality
• Organizational and project coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal oversight

**Physical Demands:**
Working for long periods at desk/computer; may be required to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
No
Is this a Position of Trust?:
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
No
**Credit And P-Card Policy:**
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website
.
**Background Investigation Policy:**
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website
.
**Duties/Responsibilities:**
Financial/Administrative Support:

• Provides financial support for faculty and graduate student events related to the Office of Research and Graduate Affairs.
• Processes laboratory research orders, shipping, receiving, and payment.
• Processes invoices, reimbursements, and funding transfers.
• Maintains the Office of Research and Graduate Affairs (ORGA), Georgia Veterinary Scholars Program (GVSP), Steeve Giguere Veterinary Medicine Symposium (SGVMS), Precision One Health Initiative, and CVM ORGA matching and full scholarships program budgets.
• Construct tables and maintain up-to-date records and statistics for research and graduate affairs, and CVM statistics and data for the CVM Dean’s Office.
• Assists the CVM Office of Research and Faculty and Graduate Affairs and the Associate Dean and Assistant Deans with monitoring project budgets.

**Percentage Of Time:**
50
**Program Support:**

• Organizes and reconciles PCard receipts and packets for the Associate Dean and Assistant Deans personnel, processes purchase orders, and payment requests.
• Manages payments for Graduate Student matching and certificate programs.
• Maintains a list of research-active faculty, level of research funding each is receiving, and the dates funding is available to each faculty, which assists in the coordination of VMES and Clinical startup funding in these two research funds.
• Serve as point of contact for faculty requests to change dates or use of research funds. Decisions on funding requests are made in concert with the Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Affairs.
• Provides updates and multiple communications to faculty related to their research grant proposal preparation, due dates, and length of funding availability.
• Manages payments for professional (GVSP) graduate students and certificate programs

**Percentage Of Time:**
25
**Duties/Responsibilities:**
Customer Service

• The Business Office Professional develops and maintains and positive working relationship with internal and external customers through demonstrated competency, personal integrity, and exemplary professionalism in all interactions.
• Through regular communication and interaction, the Business Office Professional cultivates positive working relationships.

**Percentage Of Time:**
10
**Work Team Support:**

• Cross-trains with other staff under the CVM Business Office as directed to ensure the highest levels of professional service in the matters related to the fiscal affairs of the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Makes every effort to provide assistance and support to others wherever needed.

**Duties/Responsibilities:**
Professional Development and Education

• Possesses core competencies in higher education fiscal affairs and seeks continuous training and professional development to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Strives for greater efficiency and effectiveness in meeting the financial and administrative needs of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

**Percentage Of Time:**
5
**Contact Details:**
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
**Recruitment Contact Name:**
Sharron Quisenberry
**Recruitment Contact Email:**
Sharron.Quisenberry