Business Operations Associate I, Institute for Human Development

University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) of the UMKC Institute for Human Development (IHD), at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC).

The UMKC Institute for Human Development (IHD), University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) is an applied research and training center for human services designed to exemplify the University's goals of engaged scholarship and community partnerships. Its functions include interdisciplinary training, applied research, community program development, and information dissemination. IHD is seeking qualified applicants to serve our individual centers with financial and general business support. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the processing of grants/contracts from the proposal stage to the closing
• Work on detailed budget development/planning & justifications with the Principal Investigator / Manager of the Center
• Work on sub-award and Consulting development, monitoring, and invoicing.
• Work with the Manager and Office of Research Services on project invoicing
• Monitor and reconcile project budgets through the life of the grant/contract (revenue/expenditures)
• Work on reconciling and closeout processes of awards/projects.
• Review proposals and budgets for the Center
• Create PeopleSoft for Center projects and submit for approval
• Work with the Office of Research Services on any grant/contract-related tasks
• Create/fill out and update spendouts for/with Principal Investigator
• Work with other departments on grant-related issues/items specific to Center projects
• Process payroll entries, correcting entries, and transfers for your center accounts/projects
• Other duties as assigned

This position is 100% grant/externally funded and contingent on continued funding.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Demonstrated professional experience with grant/contract administration
• Demonstrated professional experience with budget development, monitoring, and reconciliation
• Demonstrated professional experience with accounting/financial management
• Proficiency with Excel and financial-system
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $22.00 to $30.00 per hour.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 8
University Title: Business Operations Associate I
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Job posting will be open until filled. For best consideration apply by September 13, 2026.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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