Details
Open Date 03/27/2023
Requisition Number PRN34355B
Job Title Manager, Program(s)
Working Title Purchasing Card Manager
Job Grade F
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 8am-5pm, hybrid work
This position has the ability to telework remotely for a portion of each week. An employee hired into this role will be responsible for providing space, telephone, printing, networking and/or internet capabilities at the telecommute location and agree to the terms of the University of Utah campus Telecommuting Agreement while working remotely.
VP Area President
Department 00366 - Purchasing - Campus
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $75,000 - $84,000 DOE
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The PCard team touches the lives of everyone in the state, especially here on campus: from facilities construction to laptops, health services to libraries, and all the awesome on-campus events. By working as the PCard manager in Financial Services at the U, not only will you be able to help the university meet its goals, but you will also impact the university and our community for years to come.
The PCard program manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and/or controlling all aspects pertaining to administrative functions of the purchasing card program. You will be the face for the program and need to demonstrate excellent, including internal and external customer service. In this position you put the brakes on fraud by managing an audit team to ensure cardholders comply with expectations, so any experience with auditing or fraud detection is a plus. We are currently reviewing software solutions, so we may change lanes, and you would have the opportunity to signal these changes and help the university merge onto the best road.
Why should you join the University of Utah? The University of Utah is not only the flagship higher education institution in the state, but it is one of the largest employers as well. This means there are incredible opportunities when you work for the university. Here in Financial Services, we value employees. We provide great work-life balance and incredible professional development opportunities. If you are interested in pursuing a degree, you can receive reduced tuition for you and your immediate family! We have an internal certificate program and work with national organizations on courses and certifications.
Our team enjoys working together as we accomplish amazing things. Some of our guiding principles include teamwork (we help and support one another and the campus) and we find a legal way to say yes (you can get creative in solving new challenges).
Come see how you can leave your mark on the state!
Some of the amazing benefits you’ll receive and have access to working for the university include:
Responsibilities
Problem Solving
Applies university and purchasing card policies, rules, guidelines, and directives to address and resolve problems and issues.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required. Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Knowledge of procurement card industry
Procurement card program management experience
Training and presentation experience
Background knowledge in public procurement
Certified Purchasing Card Professional ( CPCP ) Certification or equivalent
Audit or data analysis experience
Strong written and verbal communication
Customer service experience
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
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To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu (%20employment@utah.edu) or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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