Employment Opportunities

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Faculty Positions

None at this time.

The School of Social Work will consider candidates for tenure-track positions who were previously doctoral students in our program, only when they: (1) have earned tenure elsewhere or (2) have demonstrated a level of independence and achievement that would likely lead to success in a UB tenure review.

Staff Positions

Senior Staff Assistant, Resource Management

The Resource Management unit of the School of Social Work is seeking a Senior Staff Assistant who is a self-motivated individual who enjoys a fast-paced, team environment. This individual will have the opportunity to learn and grow within an evolving work environment. They will provide support for the School to fulfill budgetary and personnel functions in a deadline-driven setting. Effective communication skills along with a heightened focus on attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of all paperwork will ensure a successful candidate.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Manages all aspects of travel, reimbursement, procurement, etc. and coordinates the financial implications to school budgets. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to strive for operational excellence. Tracks the staff program and appraisal process .
  • Monitors and reconciles State, Research Foundation Indirect, and UB Foundation accounts, as well as unit budgets within the School. Collaborates with Assistant Director of Resource Management in executing fiscal year budget closeout and start-up of subsequent year.
  • Processes School-related appointments such as TA/GA’s, Student Assistant and Volunteer. Also manages a multi-unit effort to appoint part-time faculty which includes identifying employee paperwork and placing employees on payroll in a timely manner. Monitors and reviews time-sheets.
  • Develops and analyzes School financial reports, performing trend analysis, identifying and summarizing variances in account activity for school budgets.
  • Coordinates with Assistant Director of Resource Management to identify, communicate and implement new polices and procedures.

The 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.