Associate Director, MMI Business Services (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)
University Of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, United States
Overview
Associate Director, MMI Business Services (Posting for UNMC Employees Only).
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Location: Omaha, NE
Requisition Staff_14574
Department MMI Business Office 50000691
Business Unit Reg-Temp • Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM; hours may vary
Remote/Telecommuting Hybrid (part-time on site, part-time off-site)
Position Summary The Associate Director, MMI Business Office provides senior leadership and operational oversight in support of the Director of Financial and Administrative Services and the Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) mission. This role oversees day-to-day research administration, research financial management, business service operations, and compliance across 25 organizational units. Reporting to the Director of Financial and Administrative Services, the Associate Director serves as a key advisor to department leadership and collaborates closely with Department Directors to support program growth, financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The position provides supervision and leadership to professional and support staff and maintains strong partnerships with UNMC Sponsored Programs Administration and Accounting, UNMC Business and Finance, and other UNMC colleges and units to ensure effective financial and research management across the Institute.
Working Title Associate Director, MMI Business Services (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)
Job Title Admin Bus Op Specialist
Salary Salary Grade AB25S
Appointment B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range $85,500 – $136,800 annually
Job Requisition Dates Begin Date: 03/11/2026
Application Review Date: 03/19/2026
Review Date Information Initial application review will begin on the date provided above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education Business
(Will consider additional related post-high-school education in lieu of required experience)
Required Experience 5 years in progressive finance and accounting, including supervising staff. If any experience is required, specify the type of experience:
Progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff
Required Licensure No specific licensure required
Required Computer Applications Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications —
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to problem solve by critically evaluating alternative courses of action and arriving at solutions that are best for both the Institute and UNMC.
Working knowledge of related technological resources/software including SAP and MS Office suite.
Demonstrated participatory leadership fostering respect and collegiality; competency in conflict management, supervision, mentoring and team building.
Proficiency in analytic reasoning to formulate budgets and administrative policies and processes.
Understanding of regulatory framework and internal controls and ability to apply them within the Institute.
Ability to act as liaison with sponsors, subcontractors, and collaborators across the enterprise.
Self-starter with high standards for personal and professional excellence, achievement, honesty, and integrity.
Proven ability to manage and follow through on multiple priorities.
Ability to lead and assist staff on complex assignments, monitoring and projecting costs and other projects.
Strong written and oral communication skills and sound decision-making under time constraints.
Preferred Education Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration or related.
Preferred Experience Progressively responsible administrative experience including preparing, submitting, and monitoring federal grants, personnel management, and management of large-scale funding in a complex organization. Experience in an Academic Research Environment is a bonus.
Preferred License No preferred licensure
Preferred Computer Applications Microsoft Access, SAP
Preferred Other Computer Applications ADIS, Cayuse, PeopleAdmin
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of human resource administration and related regulatory environment.
Ability to cooperate with a diverse work group of professionals and office-service staff.
Familiarity with University structure in the operation of an administrative unit.
Ability to adapt to change and pursue continuous learning and improvement.
Application and Accessibility Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This posting is for UNMC Employees only. Are you currently employed by the University of Nebraska Medical Center? Yes No
* Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field? Yes No
* Do you have progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff? Yes No
* If you do have progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook? Yes No
* How did you hear about this position?
Careerlink
Employee Referral
HERC
Indeed
Job Fair
Lincoln Journal Star
LinkedIn
Omaha World Herald
UNMC Job Site
Facebook
NEWorks
Handshake
Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
Indicate accommodations: Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or unmcstaffing@unmc.edu to request an accommodation.
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UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Location: Omaha, NE
Requisition Staff_14574
Department MMI Business Office 50000691
Business Unit Reg-Temp • Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM; hours may vary
Remote/Telecommuting Hybrid (part-time on site, part-time off-site)
Position Summary The Associate Director, MMI Business Office provides senior leadership and operational oversight in support of the Director of Financial and Administrative Services and the Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) mission. This role oversees day-to-day research administration, research financial management, business service operations, and compliance across 25 organizational units. Reporting to the Director of Financial and Administrative Services, the Associate Director serves as a key advisor to department leadership and collaborates closely with Department Directors to support program growth, financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The position provides supervision and leadership to professional and support staff and maintains strong partnerships with UNMC Sponsored Programs Administration and Accounting, UNMC Business and Finance, and other UNMC colleges and units to ensure effective financial and research management across the Institute.
Working Title Associate Director, MMI Business Services (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)
Job Title Admin Bus Op Specialist
Salary Salary Grade AB25S
Appointment B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range $85,500 – $136,800 annually
Job Requisition Dates Begin Date: 03/11/2026
Application Review Date: 03/19/2026
Review Date Information Initial application review will begin on the date provided above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education Business
(Will consider additional related post-high-school education in lieu of required experience)
Required Experience 5 years in progressive finance and accounting, including supervising staff. If any experience is required, specify the type of experience:
Progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff
Required Licensure No specific licensure required
Required Computer Applications Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications —
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to problem solve by critically evaluating alternative courses of action and arriving at solutions that are best for both the Institute and UNMC.
Working knowledge of related technological resources/software including SAP and MS Office suite.
Demonstrated participatory leadership fostering respect and collegiality; competency in conflict management, supervision, mentoring and team building.
Proficiency in analytic reasoning to formulate budgets and administrative policies and processes.
Understanding of regulatory framework and internal controls and ability to apply them within the Institute.
Ability to act as liaison with sponsors, subcontractors, and collaborators across the enterprise.
Self-starter with high standards for personal and professional excellence, achievement, honesty, and integrity.
Proven ability to manage and follow through on multiple priorities.
Ability to lead and assist staff on complex assignments, monitoring and projecting costs and other projects.
Strong written and oral communication skills and sound decision-making under time constraints.
Preferred Education Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration or related.
Preferred Experience Progressively responsible administrative experience including preparing, submitting, and monitoring federal grants, personnel management, and management of large-scale funding in a complex organization. Experience in an Academic Research Environment is a bonus.
Preferred License No preferred licensure
Preferred Computer Applications Microsoft Access, SAP
Preferred Other Computer Applications ADIS, Cayuse, PeopleAdmin
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of human resource administration and related regulatory environment.
Ability to cooperate with a diverse work group of professionals and office-service staff.
Familiarity with University structure in the operation of an administrative unit.
Ability to adapt to change and pursue continuous learning and improvement.
Application and Accessibility Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This posting is for UNMC Employees only. Are you currently employed by the University of Nebraska Medical Center? Yes No
* Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field? Yes No
* Do you have progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff? Yes No
* If you do have progressive finance and accounting experience to include supervising staff, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook? Yes No
* How did you hear about this position?
Careerlink
Employee Referral
HERC
Indeed
Job Fair
Lincoln Journal Star
Omaha World Herald
UNMC Job Site
NEWorks
Handshake
Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
Indicate accommodations: Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or unmcstaffing@unmc.edu to request an accommodation.
#J-18808-Ljbffr