Business Administrator III

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus  ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus  ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.

Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. The Mechanical & Control Systems Division (35) is seeking a highly professional, self-motivated individual to serve as Business Administrator
III for the Robotic Mobility & Manipulation (358) Section. This role requires a strong commitment to service excellence, organizational precision, and operational flexibility within a fast-paced, high-volume, and dynamic organization. As a member of the 7358 Robotic Mobility & Manipulation Business Administration Team, you report to the Section Business Manager while supporting the section’s management in all aspects of business and administrative duties.

The Business Administrator
is responsible for providing directions on all aspects of a broad range of administrative functions. Represents an organization on administrative matters in support of the organization’s strategic goals and objectives. Implements, interprets, facilitates, advises and recommends internal administrative policies and procedures in the areas of finance, human resources, facilities, acquisitions, communications, safety, IT, property assets, EH&S compliance, documentation and day to day operations.

Ensures organizational, management, and employee compliance with Institute policies and procedures, as well as Government regulations. May oversee events/programs for organization and/or Laboratory

• Assisting the Section Business Manager with a variety of activities including budget development and financial