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Type of Position:Procurement
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Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:Internal Engagement, Finance and Capital Projects
Department's Website:
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Summary of Job Duties:The Assistant Director OR Director of Business Procurement & Operations will report to the Associate Athletic Director Finance & Reporting and work with the Senior Associate Athletic Director/CFO and the General Counsel for Athletics. The role supports the financial and operational functions of the Athletic Business Office. The responsibilities for this position will be immersed in the depths of the business office: procurement process, contract flow, primary contact for assigned sports/units, researching best practice, supporting the unit’s processes, and aiding in additional finance tasks in Workday. This position will be asked to help implement a new contract management system.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable working across multiple departments while handling confidential and sensitive information.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Assistant Director:
Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Sports Management, related degree, or related professional certification such as CPA, CMA AND at least one year relevant experience
OR Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Sports Management with at least more than one year of relevant experience
OR Bachelor’s degree with more than three years of relevant experience
Director:
Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Sports Management, related degree, or related professional certification such as CPA, CMA with at least three years of relevant experience
OR Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Sports Management with at least five years of relevant experience
OR Bachelor’s degree with at least more than five years of relevant experience
Relevant Experience:
Accounting, Procurement, Contracting, Project Management or Athletic Operations
Preferred Qualifications:
At least 3 years of experience with administrative support in a professional setting
At least 3 years of experience with business and fiscal related duties
At least 3 years of experience with procurement or contract functions
At least 3 years of experience with Workday or similar Enterprise Resource Planning systems
At least 3 years of experience with contract management or project management software
At least 1 year of experience Leveraging AI to Solve Problems
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge of business operations and administrative functions within a complex professional organization, including procurement, purchasing, travel, fiscal management, and related business processes
Knowledge of applicable University policies, NCAA, SEC, state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines governing assigned areas of responsibility
Knowledge of procurement practices, contract administration, purchasing processes, and applicable fiscal policies and procedures
Knowledge of financial and business systems, computer applications, and software used to manage and analyze operational and fiscal data
Knowledge of communication, customer service, and relationship management techniques in a cross functional department
Knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and software application programs
Knowledge of how to leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to improve business processes, efficiency, and decision-making
Ability to prepare, analyze, and present professional reports, findings, recommendations, and other business documents to leadership
Ability to record, reconcile, analyze, and manipulate fiscal data to generate complex reports and support informed decision-making
Ability to conduct research, perform quantitative and qualitative analyses, and complete quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and support the advancement of the organization
Ability to solve problems and present alternative solutions
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement while developing solutions.
Ability to work nights and weekends if needed
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Skills Required
- Assistant Director: Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Sports Management, or related field, or related professional certification such as CPA or CMA, and at least one year of relevant experience
- Assistant Director: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Sports Management with more than one year of relevant experience
- Assistant Director: Bachelor's degree with more than three years of relevant experience
- Director: Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Sports Management, or related field, or related professional certification such as CPA or CMA, with at least three years of relevant experience
- Director: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Sports Management with at least five years of relevant experience
- Director: Bachelor's degree with more than five years of relevant experience
- Relevant experience in accounting, procurement, contracting, project management, or athletic operations
- At least three years of administrative support experience in a professional setting
- At least three years of experience with business and fiscal duties
- At least three years of procurement or contract experience
- At least three years of experience with Workday or similar enterprise resource planning systems
- At least three years of experience with contract management or project management software
- At least one year of experience leveraging artificial intelligence to solve problems
What We Do
The University of Arkansas System is a public higher-education system serving Arkansas through multiple campuses, a medical school, law schools, community colleges, and statewide research and extension units. It provides academic programs, professional training, agricultural and scientific research, and public-service outreach to support workforce development and community needs. The system coordinates educational resources, advances research, and expands access to learning and healthcare across the state.
