Job opening
Department Administrator
University at Buffalo · Location not listed
Source: University at Buffalo. Checked September 27, 2026.

About this role
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- Employer
- University at Buffalo
- Location
- Location not listed
- Compensation
- Not listed
- Employment type
- Not listed
- Work mode
- Not listed
- Sector
- Education
- Posted
- July 29, 2026
- Deadline
- Not listed
- Last checked
- September 27, 2026
Full description
The Division of Student Life is seeking a Department Administrator, a highly visible staff member who will serve as the primary business administrator for assigned Student Life departments and provide strategic financial, human resources, compliance, and administrative support to department directors and senior leaders.
As Department Administrator, your responsibilities include:
- Serve as the first line of support for departmental business operations
- Work proactively to identify, resolve, and prevent issues related to financial administration, procurement, contracts, human resources, and business compliance.
- Function as the primary liaison between departmental leadership, Student Life Finance, Student Life Human Resources, Procurement, and other institutional administrative offices
- Provide guidance regarding budget administration, financial compliance, workforce planning, recruitment activities, contracts, procurement, and administrative processes while ensuring consistency with university policies, procedures, and best practices.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.
**About Student Life
**Student Life is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice—we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.