Business Manager – Department of Economics

About the role

The Business Manager (BM) supports the Department of Economics within Georgetown University’s College of Arts & Sciences. Reporting to the Department Chair, the BM oversees essential financial and human capital management functions, ensuring smooth operation of departmental offices, academic administration, and related events.

Key responsibilities

• Execute financial and human capital management (HCM) tasks for the department.
• Collaborate with the Department Chair to supervise the Administrative Coordinator (AC) and manage departmental workflows.
• Serve as liaison between the department, the Dean’s Office, and other partner offices on finance and HCM matters.
• Initiate and complete HCM forms, appointment letters, and processes for faculty, staff, students, post‑doctoral fellows, and other affiliates.
• Support budgeting and operational activities, including purchase orders, payment requests, procurement contracts, expense reports, and preparation of fiscal year budgets.
• Prepare merit‑aid and doctoral stipend spreadsheets in coordination with graduate program leadership.
• Stay current on university policies, processes, systems, and deadlines.
• Monitor AC workload and performance, maintaining communication with stakeholders.

Required profile

• Experience managing financial and human capital functions in an academic or similar environment.
• Ability to work closely with department leadership, faculty, staff, and students.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to policy compliance.

Required skills