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The Graduate College is currently seeking applicants for a Budget and Finance Specialist I or II. This is a regular with term appointment (fixed term) position with a term end date of 12/31/2025, with the opportunity for renewal.

Summary
Plans, analyzes, prepares, and compiles the university’s budget activity.

Example of Duties
• Provides analytical support for routine budget projects.
• Compiles and updates statistical data for various financial reports.

• Advises administration and staff regarding available options and budgetary implications.
• Assists in preparation of operational budgets for departments; reviews expenditures to ensure conformance with budgetary provisions.
• Compiles data and prepares reports.
• Provides analytical support for budget projects and deals directly with major department managers.
• Prepares and emits statistical reports for the comparison between the current situation and budgeted forecast.
• Prepares and analyzes the university’s expenses and revenue plans.

• Researches to find answers to questions or problems regarding capital projects, department accounts, and budget analysis.

• Support administration of graduate college and externally funded fellowship programs including supporting the graduate student experience, providing reports to funding agencies, and leading tuition process improvement efforts.

The Budget and Finance Specialist position will be filled at the Budget and Finance Specialist I or II level, depending on the candidate's qualifications.

The level I position has minimum required qualifications of Bachelor’s degree and is a PS807 pay level.

The level II position has minimum required qualifications of Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience and is a PS808 pay level.

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To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

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About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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