Tennessee State University · 4 days ago
Office Manager-Business Operations
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$46,000/mo - $62,000/mo
2+ years expTennessee State University is seeking an Office Manager for their Business Operations division. The Office Manager will provide administrative support for Planning Design Construction and Bus Operations, ensuring efficient operation and maintaining an on-site presence while managing fiscal responsibilities and office management tasks.
EducationEvent ManagementHigher Education
Responsibilities
Communicates amongst staff with current and prospective partners on university matters which impact the institution
Initiates purchases, prepare contracts, facilitates travel and reimbursements, balance budget for state, travel and grant accounts
Assists with maintaining the accuracy of the regulatory submissions by observing a recurring review schedule
Facilitates and Instructs training sessions for new hires in the department for successful on-boarding
Assists Directors with fiscal management, clerical duties and arranging necessary meetings as related to benchmarks and routine reporting
Exercises independent judgment when assisting with special projects, either through resolving issues, referring them to the appropriate resource including administrator or associate
Drafts correspondence, maintains office calendar and event calendar for the division
Oversees the work of student workers ensuring accuracy, efficiency and productivity
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field of study with two or more years of experience as an Office Manager or Administrator
Must have the ability to use both PC and iOS equipment, mobile devices, automation for paperless operation, along with public speaking skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Must understand higher education systems, policies and procedures, along with understanding what is needed in event planning, office management and basic media production
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University
Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire
An unofficial transcript may be attached in the 'Transcript' section
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting
Benefits
Annual leave (vacation)
Sick leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Retirement
Flexible benefits plans
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Company
Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University is a public higher education institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degree programmes.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (7)
2024 (9)
2023 (9)
2022 (7)
2021 (7)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.39MKey Investors
Federal Aviation AdministrationU.S. Department of AgricultureDepartment of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
2024-03-05Grant· $0.5M
2023-06-21Grant· $18.11M
2022-01-24Grant· $0.28M
Leadership Team
Elmore “Jay" Jones Jr
Deputy, Chief Operating Officer
Arlene Nicholas-Phillips, Ed.D
Assistant Vice President for Global Initiatives & Partnerships
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