Assistant Personnel and Finance Manager Mansfield Center DCLCP

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The

Defense Critical Language and Culture Program (DCLCP)

invites applications for an

Assistant Personnel and Finance Manager

to join their team. This position is responsible for assisting the Personnel and Finance Manager with all personnel and finance support for the Defense Critical Language and Culture Program (DCLCP). The position requires an important level of autonomy in managing a diverse set of tasks and projects for a variety of faculty and staff and a high level of attention to detail, initiative, complex problem-solving, maturity, and adaptability to complex and changing situations.

Responsibilities of this position include:

Assist in the management of all DCLCP personnel and finance activities supporting a large and diverse staff and faculty

Provide full back-up to the DCLCP Personnel and Finance Manager

Assist in management and oversight for the numerous DCLCP budgets; research and provide historical financial data; provide reconciliation and assist in management of budgets; create event financial reports and general DCLCP grant financial reports

Manage the following activities on a consistent basis: ProCard reconciliation/log maintenance; processing, reconciling, and summarizing DCLCP reimbursements and accounts; developing and providing financial reports to management; participating in monthly DCLCP financial analysis activities; and participating in audit-finding correction activities

Independently create and maintain DCLCP accounting assessment reports after analyzing raw assessment data; use metrics to analyze performance and prepare data and reports

Assist in management of all personnel tasks; ensure DCLCP conducts all personnel and administrative activities in accordance with UM policies; maintain personnel records

Assist in management of the DCLCP faculty, staff, and graduate teaching assistant recruitment, selection and hiring process

This position requires the incumbent to develop knowledge of DCLCP and university policies, procedures, and forms; knowledge of Banner, Moodle, Grizmart, UMDW and Silkroad; knowledge of faculty recruitment and evaluation guidelines and requirements; and a working understanding of language and culture instruction for United States military and government agency delivered over video teleconferencing (VTC) and in-resident venues

This position requires a very high level of attention to detail, initiative, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work with a large and culturally diverse team

Due to multiple training sites, some travel may be required. The position is located in Missoula, Montana.

Required Skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize, organize, meet deadlines in a complex environment and to ensure exceptional attention to detail, including managing others to whom tasks have been delegated

Must be able to work productively within a large and culturally-diverse team, establish a strong professional working relationship with subordinates, and work independently

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse populations, including with military and government partners, other MUS departments, administrators, faculty, faculty applicants, staff, and students

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and solve problems in a complex and rapidly-changing environment

Budgeting and financial management/tracking skills

Human resources management skills

Ensure proper treatment of confidential and sensitive information

Demonstrated ability to analyze data and summarize results in a written report

Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures; business English, spelling, grammar, composition, proofreading, and ability to edit materials

Demonstrated skill in the operation of personal computers and related word processing, spreadsheet and database software, as well as the ability to update web content (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) with the ability to learn new software

Minimum Required Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree

Budgeting and financial management/tracking skills

Human resources management skills

Experience in a related field (Personnel, Finance and/r Administration) within the Montana University System

About the DCLCP and UM

The Defense Critical Language and Culture Program (DCLCP), Mansfield Center, at the University of Montana is dedicated to providing superlative language and cultural training for Department of Defense customers. Our instructors and staff develop and present comprehensive language and regional studies/cultural awareness courses, courseware, and supporting materials designed to support national security mission needs.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action

: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

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Position Details

Position Title:

Asst Personnel and Finance Mgr (Budget Analyst III)

Position Number:

NEW

Department:

Mansfield Center - DCLCP

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

Salary:

$22.885/hr

Union Affiliation:

FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period:

Six months minimum

Benefits Include

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:

Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu