Business Services Coordinator

Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

We are seeking an Advanced Business Services Coordinator to join our team. This role is crucial for the smooth operation of our department and serves as a vital link between faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders. This position is on-site with some flexibility for hybrid work based on business needs. The Advanced Business Services Coordinator position has several roles within the unit, including facilities management, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, parking coordination, equipment/inventory/surplus, shipping/receiving, and travel coordination. Key responsibilities of this role include coordinating department travel arrangements, managing shipping and receiving operations, handling accounts payable and receivable, assisting finance staff as needed, including account reconciliations, internal auditing, and maintaining backup documentation, while also overseeing procurement processes.
This position operates the main line to the department and serves as a first point of contact and resource for our department's faculty, staff, and students. This is a CDME position that performs functions that are absolutely essential to the continuation of core university operations during a health emergency or any emergency prepared plan.

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a track record of managing complex administrative tasks.
They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and possess the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
This position plays a critical role in maintaining core university operations, especially during emergency situations. The successful applicant will demonstrate resilience and adaptability in the face of changing circumstances.
Strong customer service skills, excellent organizational and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines, and multitask effectively. Outstanding interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, meticulous attention to detail, self-motivated, and independent work ethic.

Applicants who are detail-oriented professionals with a passion for streamlining business processes and providing exceptional service are encouraged to apply. Applicants who have the ability to perform essential functions during emergencies, including health crises as well as those with proficiency in interacting with UNC central offices, external vendors, and guests are preferred. Adaptability to balance various demands of the position is a plus.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.