Business Operations Specialist, College of Urban Affairs R0151751

Business Operations Specialist, College of Urban Affairs

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Business Administration, the Business Operations Specialist is responsible for day-to-day management of scholarship, gift, and grant accounts. The position will also manage all student/faculty travel purchases and reimbursements for the College.

This position provides guidance and oversight of scholarship and gift accounts for five departments (Criminal Justice, Communications, Journalism and Media Studies, Public Policy and Leadership, and Social Work), a student advising center, KUNV Radio, UNLV-TV, as well as several centers/institutes that make up the College of Urban Affairs. This position ensures that the departments maintain clear, accurate and transparent business operations for these accounts, while providing guidance through management reporting and insight to the most efficient and effective use of all funding sources in support of the mission.

Additionally, this position works collaboratively with the UNLV Foundation and Urban Affairs Business Office.

The Business Operations Specialist supports collaborative communication and contributes to a positive work environment. They use the Urban Affairs mission and values, in addition to the UNLV mission and Campus Values, to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate Rebel Spirit.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Degree in Higher Education Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Angela Howard, Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on July 6th, 2026.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on

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Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.

The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

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