Operations Project Coordinator Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Operations Project Coordinator 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223 General Information Vacancy Open to UNC Charlotte Employees Only Employment Type Permanent

• Full-time If time-limited, note appointment end date Hours per week 40 Months per year 12 Position Number 000423 NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN11 Classification Title University Program Specialist
• Journey Working Title Operations Project Coordinator Salary Range $52,721
• $72,491 Anticipate Hiring Range $52,721
• $65,901 FLSA Status Non Exempt Division University Advancement Department University Advance Operations (Adm) Work Unit UA Business Operations Work Schedule 8:00 am
• 5:00 pm; Monday
• Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into the position is complete and with supervisor approval. Primary Purpose of Position The Operations Project Coordinator is a member of the Advancement Business Operations Team, responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial and budgetary operations across multiple departments within the Advancement division. This role supports the centralized budgeting model by assisting with financial transactions, budget reconciliation, and maintaining accurate transaction journals. This position provides backup support to other members of the Advancement Business Operations Team on budgetary, administrative, and personnel-related tasks as needed. The Operations Project Coordinator also plays a key role in supporting various cross-functional projects across the department, including initiatives related to donor stewardship and gift processing. This position ensures accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across all budget and project-related activities, supporting overall operational efficiency and strategic goals.

Minimum Education/Experience Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

University Preferred Qualifications:

Graduation from a four-year college or university and at least three years of program associate experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Essential Job Duties Perform reconciliation and budget tracking for departmental expenditures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with University guidelines. Process purchasing requests, journal entries, and other routine financial transactions. Assist with managing budgets funded by multiple sources, including state funds, foundation accounts, and restricted funds. Support special projects and initiatives across Advancement Operations units. Evaluate and improve departmental workflows and recommend procedural enhancements to increase efficiency. Assist the Donor Relations team in preparing stewardship reports and donor acknowledgements. Support the Gift Processing team with data entry and gift documentation workflows. Other Work Responsibilities Serve as backup support to other Business Operations staff on administrative, budgetary, and/or personnel-related tasks. Assist with training departmental staff on financial systems, purchasing, travel, and reimbursement procedures. Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education A minimum of 2 years of experience in budget management or project coordination, preferably in a higher education or non-profit environment. Proven ability to handle core business functions and provide support for complex projects within a constantly evolving work environment. Knowledge of university financial policies and procedures. Demonstrated experience with monthly reconciliation of funds and complex budgets. Familiarity with gift processing, donor stewardship practices, and advancement systems is a plus. Project coordination or project managment experience, including working with cross-functional teams. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Effective written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency with Google Workspace, Banner Finance, 49er Mart, Concur, and Salesforce. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Necessary Licenses or Certifications Work Location Foundation Building Posting date 05/08/2025 Closing date 05/15/2025 Proposed Hire Date Contact Information Special Notes to Applicants This position is for UNC Charlotte Permanent employees only. Please do not apply for this position if you are not a current UNC Charlotte Permanent employee. Your application will not be considered.

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist .

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UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:

https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/