Business Manager

Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Business Manager, ITS Xavier University's Information Technologies Services Business Operations Manager provides comprehensive financial, operational, and administrative leadership for department.

The position oversees departmental budgeting, purchasing, contracts, human resources administration, vendor management, and operational processes while supporting executive leadership through data analysis, reporting, communications, and project coordination. This role serves as the operational hub of the department by improving processes, maintaining organizational effectiveness, coordinating departmental initiatives, and ensuring efficient day-to-day business operations.

• Procurement, Budget and Financial Management within the Workday ERP system
• Human Resources Administration by coordinating recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employee separation activities.
• Business Operations, Communications & Administration, including records management in our Microsoft 365 environment
• Maintaining the ITS website and content
• Proactively identifying operational needs and independently taking ownership of improvements
• Vendor, Contract & Event Management

• High School Diploma or equivalent with an Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 3 years in a similar role with comparable goals and responsibilities.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with aptitude to learn new software and systems.
• Event planning and project coordination skills.
• Relationship management, and customer service skills.

This position is anticipated to be approximately 20 hours a week. Work from home and flexible scheduling can be accommodated.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.

Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Thank you for your interest in joining our university community.

At Xavier University, we are more than an academic institution — we are a mission-driven community grounded in the Ignatian tradition. Our values of reflection, service, and the pursuit of justice inspire everything we do, from our teaching and research to the way we treat one another. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we cultivate an environment where every voice is valued and diverse perspectives enrich our shared work.

Our faculty, staff, and students form a vibrant, inclusive community united by a commitment to excellence, compassion, and a greater good. Whether you're applying for your first role in higher education or bringing years of experience, we invite you to explore how your journey might align with ours.