Business Operations Manager - College of Engineering

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Fort Collins, CO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $80K - $90K

💻 Operations

🗓️ October 13th, 2025

Smartsheet

Edtech.com's Summary

Colorado State University is hiring a Business Operations Manager for the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. This role leads business operations, advising college leadership on purchasing, travel, cash management, and new employee relocations, while maintaining and developing operational tools to enhance office efficiency.

Highlights

Design and implement workflow processes for the Engineering Business Office's service delivery.
Maintain and enhance tools built with Smartsheet, DocuSign, MS PowerAutomate, and MS SharePoint.
Manage stipend and receivables processes ensuring compliance and security of funds.
Administer the university Procurement Card (PCard) Program overseeing transactions totaling approximately $1.75 million annually.
Lead and supervise a team of 5 full-time and 1 part-time staff members.
Provide strategic leadership and ensure compliance with university, local, state, and federal business regulations.
Maintain and update the college's business operations website content and tools.
Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, at least three years of office leadership experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with technology tools for workflow improvement.
Preferred qualifications include six or more years of leadership experience, expertise in strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency, and proficiency with business platforms such as Kuali, Smartsheet, DocuSign, and Microsoft Power Platform.
Proposed annual salary range is $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.