Travel Specialist
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194274SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Travel SpecialistAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience (up to $47,610)Work Schedule
Monday-Friday / 8:00 AM-5:00 PMJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
CALS Business OperationsAbout the Department
The CALS Business Operations (CBO) is an administrative unit within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and has oversight of the College’s centralized financial and research administration services including, Business Services, Budgets and Planning, Research Administration, and Operational Support.
The CBO’s mission is to provide exceptional customer service while supporting efficient and ethical use of resources. The CBO upholds the academic, research and extension goals and initiatives of the CALS community.
The CBO is committed to providing exemplary and responsive customer care, to serving as subject matter expert regarding applicable state, university and federal policies, procedures, rules and regulations, and to achieving and maintaining operational excellence.
The CBO’s mission is to provide exceptional customer service while supporting efficient and ethical use of resources. The CBO upholds the academic, research and extension goals and initiatives of the CALS community.
The CBO is committed to providing exemplary and responsive customer care, to serving as subject matter expert regarding applicable state, university and federal policies, procedures, rules and regulations, and to achieving and maintaining operational excellence.
Essential Job Duties
The Travel Specialist operates under the Business Services Unit. Business Services centrally processes financial transactions for the College’s twelve academic departments, 101 County Extensions Service offices across the state, the NC Agricultural Research Services (NCARS) Office and its eighteen agricultural research stations, as well as, the NC Agricultural and Tobacco Foundations.
The primary purpose of the Travel Specialist is to review and approve travel authorizations and travel reimbursements with the Travel unit within Business Services. In this role, you will monitor work and workflow, and assist with resolving queries for CALS departments and administrative and support units in the college for state and federal appropriations, sponsored programs, sales and service, gifts, foundations, and trust funds related to travel needs.
Are you passionate about ensuring smooth and efficient travel processes? If so, we invite you to apply for the Travel Specialist position within our Business Services Unit.
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
The primary purpose of the Travel Specialist is to review and approve travel authorizations and travel reimbursements with the Travel unit within Business Services. In this role, you will monitor work and workflow, and assist with resolving queries for CALS departments and administrative and support units in the college for state and federal appropriations, sponsored programs, sales and service, gifts, foundations, and trust funds related to travel needs.
Are you passionate about ensuring smooth and efficient travel processes? If so, we invite you to apply for the Travel Specialist position within our Business Services Unit.
You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
Other Responsibilities
Additional duties as assigned by manager.
Minimum Experience/Education
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (or similar software) and basic accounting principles.
- Ability to make sound decisions and manage time and workflow.
- Ability to effectively communicate to individuals and groups to ensure understanding.
- Demonstrated knowledge in compliance management for contracts and grants, knowledge of state and federal spending guidelines and gifts and foundations accounting.
- Ability to work in a varied team.
Preferred Qualifications
- PeopleSoft Financials including WOLF Reports.
- Prior management experience, especially managing teams, is desired.
Required License or Certification
n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
10/10/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
10/16/2024Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references (at least one current or previous supervisor reference required)
Position Number
00110143Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Accounting TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 33,540 - $ 63,478Salary Grade Equivalency
GN07Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
110305 - CALS Business OperationsAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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