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Montana State University

Administration Manager

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $27 per Hour

💻 Project Management

🗓️ October 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring an Administration Manager for the Graduate School. The role requires managing and coordinating all fiscal activities including budgeting, reporting, and oversight of funds, while collaborating with university staff to support graduate student success under the guidance of the Dean. The position also involves HR management within the Dean's office and supervises one staff member to ensure administrative and financial efficiency.

Highlights
  • Manage budget planning, forecasting, analysis, and oversight of approximately $4 million across 25 indexes including grants and foundation accounts.
  • Advise the Dean on budget priorities and collaborate with administrative staff on financial goals.
  • Administer graduate appointments campus-wide and provide administrative support related to tuition waivers, fellowships, and travel awards.
  • Develop and implement procedures to improve budgeting, fiscal management, and administrative services.
  • Oversee HR functions including staffing assessments, recruitment coordination, payroll issue resolution, and managing the Annual Review process.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the Graduate School and various university departments such as Budget Office, Business Services, Human Resources, and Facilities Services.
  • Supervise the Graduate School project manager and support implementation of university-wide initiatives and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Require a bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience, along with substantial experience in financial management and administrative leadership.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and relevant computer systems is necessary.
  • Compensation is $27.388 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications; benefits eligibility applies.