Personnel Transaction Specialist, Projects Services
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Administrative/Clerical
Position Title Personnel Transaction Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services
Sponsored Projects Services ( SPS ) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a Personnel Transaction Specialist
. This role oversees the facilitation and processing of various personnel transactions for staff, faculty, and students involved in sponsored awards funded by the Research Foundation. The Person nel Transaction Specialist also ensures compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations while supporting a smooth administrative process.
- Facilitate and process personnel transactions, including new appointments, reappointments, and terminations for personnel supported on sponsored funds
- Facilitate and process faculty effort, graduate student tuition remission, and other personnel-related activities for sponsored funds
- Coordinate the workflow to ensure that transactions are entered accurately and with sufficient documentation
- Serve as a liaison between university decanal unit, human resources, payroll and other administrative offices
- Provide guidance to faculty and research administrators on personnel policies, procedures, and best practices
- Assist in developing training materials on personnel transaction processes
- Identify and make recommendations for process improvements to enhance efficiency
- Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years’ related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in various computer applications and software
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document preparation
Ability to work independently on directed projects - Strong interpersonal skills
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Driving RequirementsDriving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary RangeSalary Range $52,000 - $58,955
Additional Salary InformationThe salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours37.5 hours per week
CampusCampus North Campus
Is a background check required for this posting?No
Contact InformationContact's Name Stacey Brown
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Posting DatesPosted 08/06/2026
Number of references required3
UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity or by phone .
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