This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2331242 Job Summary/Basic Function:

This position manages day-to-day activities to ensure the department is running efficiently and meets the expectations and needs of customers and staff. Assists with the management/administrative aspects and has operational control of a range of projects. May work on assignments related to project development and management initiatives, internal operating procedures, business processes and policies.

Department Overview:

The mission of the Frank Church Institute is education, leadership, and public service through promoting civic engagement and understanding of public policy with a focus on democracy, the environment, and international relations, under the School of Public Service at Boise State University.

Level Scope:

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions:

60% of Time the Business Operations Coordinator must:

Responsible for various processes and liaison with other units such as Human Resources, research support, financials, data management and communication

Directs customer service and support functions. Assists in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the organization\'s mission and help execute staff succession and growth plans. May lead efforts to recruit new employees with the goal of attracting and retaining qualified individuals. Manages quality assurance programs.

Serves as liaison to other team members, including interacting with managers of different areas of the organization, presenting findings to stakeholders and higher management as well as training and supervising new employees and tracking and measuring staff performance.

35% of the time:

Provide administrative support at strategic planning session (every 5 years), annual program

planning retreat, and quarterly Board meetings;

Leads planning and implementation for FCI events and programs throughout the year.

Oversees and executes programmatic excellence;

Works with SPS Team Support to accomplish event planning, production, and assessment;

Provides administrative support to the FCI Endowed Chair in their chair roles;

Works with FCI Board Member volunteers as they liaise with SPS on FCI program support;

Provides administrative support to the SPS Development Director for FCI duties;

Works with SPS Communications/Marketing to publicize FCI events;

Executes actions per Boise State policy and procedures, as it pertains to purchasing;

Promotes scholarship opportunities related to the Frank Church Scholars program;

As workload allows, contributes to Team Support activities at the direction of the business

operations supervisor.

5% other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Ability to multitask and delegate

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines

Ability to perform a wide range of duties and tasks

Ability to interact effectively as a member of a team and work collaboratively with faculty and staff

Minimum

Qualifications:

Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with boards and non-profit organizations

Event planning experience

Experience working in higher education Salary and Benefit

s:

The salary range is \$48,609 - \$54,112 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year\'s (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume and cover letter

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We\'re a trailblazing institution, nationally recog