Eastern Washington University
Fiscal Specialist 2 - CAHSS Dean's Office
Eastern Washington University, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Fiscal Specialist 2 - CAHSS Dean's Office
Please see Special Instructions for more details.It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting
before
you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.Attach a detailed
cover letter
in which you explain
how
you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.Attach a chronological
resume
including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3
professional references
including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you.Complete the
online application
form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.Diversity Response
- As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process:
Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.Job SummaryThe College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for a
Fiscal Specialist 2 – Dean’s Office.
This position will provide fiscal assistance and administrative management within the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS). The position will report to the College Financial Officer and will provide support to the Dean, Associate Dean, College Finance Officer, Dean’s Office Staff, and the Department Chairs.Under general direction, position performs a variety of complex and varied fiscal and administrative support functions such as analyzing and developing budgets for grants, contracts, state funds, and/or program funds, establishing and maintaining comprehensive fiscal record keeping systems, analyzing, establishing and maintaining cost center and/or self-sustaining accounts, maintaining course fee records, and coordinating diverse unit-wide fiscal support functions such as travel reimbursement, purchasing, payroll support, and fiscal planning.The position is expected to exercise independent judgment in developing, modifying, and maintaining multiple record keeping and reporting systems for varied and complex sources of funding; interpreting and applying rules and regulations to resolve problems; advise faculty and staff regarding applicable policies and procedures, and recommend alternative courses of action.Position uses established procedures in performing fiscal responsibilities, and ensures work is in conformance with regulations, policies and standards.The position requires a high degree of personal initiative, flexibility, and personal judgment in all assignments, along with strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure smooth workflow, excellence in work standards and a demonstrated interest in providing strong customer service.Required QualificationsAA degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Additional years of work experience may be substituted for education.Demonstrated work experience involving fiscal and budgetary responsibilities such as:
Responsibility for multiple fiscal and budgetary functions similar to the responsibilities assigned to this position (i.e., responsibility for multiple budgets, purchasing, personnel/payroll, specialized reporting, etc.).Experience working with a team to coordinate and facilitate a high customer service approach to fiscal duties and services provided.Part time experience may qualify but must be pro-rated to its full time equivalent.Additional years of relevant education may be substituted for the required work experience.
Strong computer skills demonstrated by work experience using a variety of software programs including Excel, Word, databases, and data systems.Must offer and demonstrate superior verbal and written communication skills and a high level of professionalism.Demonstrated ability to maintain a superior level of organization.Demonstrated success handling a demanding workload with overlapping deadlines and requiring great attention to detail, perseverance, initiative, and ability to function equally well taking direction and working independently, and in an environment characterized by interruptions throughout the workday and where supervision is off-site.Experience maintaining electronic records and files.Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is sensitive to the diverse needs of the students, faculty, and administrators including needs for universal access.Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience performing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities in a college or university environment.Experience in managing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities for grants, contracts, and/or sponsored programs.Full-time work experience demonstrating success in handling communications with a variety of different kinds of internal and external clients, such as federal, state, city, and county government agencies, professionals in the community, internal staff/managers/administrators, students, and other constituents.Work ScheduleTypically M-F 8am – 5pm, but may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to fulfill special projects such as end of year budget, receptions, and graduation and other needs of the college.Conditions of EmploymentDuring the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check
prior
to beginning employment.All new employees will comply with
EWU Immunization Policy 602-02
and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU.
Waivers
for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.All new faculty and staff are required to complete DEI/Title IX/Hazing Training. This should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than the first few weeks of your hire.Note:
Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting
before
you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.Attach a detailed
cover letter
in which you explain
how
you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.Attach a chronological
resume
including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3
professional references
including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you.Complete the
online application
form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.Diversity Response
- As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process:
Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.Job SummaryThe College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for a
Fiscal Specialist 2 – Dean’s Office.
This position will provide fiscal assistance and administrative management within the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS). The position will report to the College Financial Officer and will provide support to the Dean, Associate Dean, College Finance Officer, Dean’s Office Staff, and the Department Chairs.Under general direction, position performs a variety of complex and varied fiscal and administrative support functions such as analyzing and developing budgets for grants, contracts, state funds, and/or program funds, establishing and maintaining comprehensive fiscal record keeping systems, analyzing, establishing and maintaining cost center and/or self-sustaining accounts, maintaining course fee records, and coordinating diverse unit-wide fiscal support functions such as travel reimbursement, purchasing, payroll support, and fiscal planning.The position is expected to exercise independent judgment in developing, modifying, and maintaining multiple record keeping and reporting systems for varied and complex sources of funding; interpreting and applying rules and regulations to resolve problems; advise faculty and staff regarding applicable policies and procedures, and recommend alternative courses of action.Position uses established procedures in performing fiscal responsibilities, and ensures work is in conformance with regulations, policies and standards.The position requires a high degree of personal initiative, flexibility, and personal judgment in all assignments, along with strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure smooth workflow, excellence in work standards and a demonstrated interest in providing strong customer service.Required QualificationsAA degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Additional years of work experience may be substituted for education.Demonstrated work experience involving fiscal and budgetary responsibilities such as:
Responsibility for multiple fiscal and budgetary functions similar to the responsibilities assigned to this position (i.e., responsibility for multiple budgets, purchasing, personnel/payroll, specialized reporting, etc.).Experience working with a team to coordinate and facilitate a high customer service approach to fiscal duties and services provided.Part time experience may qualify but must be pro-rated to its full time equivalent.Additional years of relevant education may be substituted for the required work experience.
Strong computer skills demonstrated by work experience using a variety of software programs including Excel, Word, databases, and data systems.Must offer and demonstrate superior verbal and written communication skills and a high level of professionalism.Demonstrated ability to maintain a superior level of organization.Demonstrated success handling a demanding workload with overlapping deadlines and requiring great attention to detail, perseverance, initiative, and ability to function equally well taking direction and working independently, and in an environment characterized by interruptions throughout the workday and where supervision is off-site.Experience maintaining electronic records and files.Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is sensitive to the diverse needs of the students, faculty, and administrators including needs for universal access.Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience performing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities in a college or university environment.Experience in managing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities for grants, contracts, and/or sponsored programs.Full-time work experience demonstrating success in handling communications with a variety of different kinds of internal and external clients, such as federal, state, city, and county government agencies, professionals in the community, internal staff/managers/administrators, students, and other constituents.Work ScheduleTypically M-F 8am – 5pm, but may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to fulfill special projects such as end of year budget, receptions, and graduation and other needs of the college.Conditions of EmploymentDuring the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check
prior
to beginning employment.All new employees will comply with
EWU Immunization Policy 602-02
and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU.
Waivers
for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.All new faculty and staff are required to complete DEI/Title IX/Hazing Training. This should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than the first few weeks of your hire.Note:
Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.
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