A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.
Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “ Great Colleges to Work For” . Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.
What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking an Office Manager to support the Academy for Teaching and Learning (ATL) through comprehensive administrative, financial, and operational functions. This position integrates office management and budget management functions, ensuring efficient coordination of day-to-day operations, event logistics, and fiscal oversight. The Department Business Manager plays a critical role in supporting the ATL’s mission to foster a flourishing community of learning by managing communications, budgets, staff support, and event coordination in alignment with university policies.
An Associate’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are required. A Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are preferred.
A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You Will Do
Oversee day-to-day operations of the ATL office, including communication with faculty, staff, and students; managing correspondence, scheduling, and meeting logistics; maintaining the Director’s calendar; coordinating travel arrangements; and ensuring smooth functioning of all administrative systems
Plan, organize, and execute annual, recurring, and periodic ATL events and programs including seminars, workshops, and meetings
Manage reservations, catering, communications, and participant coordination
Prepare and distribute materials for ATL events, newsletters, and publications
Maintain Canvas sites and secures recording waivers for programs
Oversee four budget lines (General Operating, Summer Faculty Institute, University Teaching Development Grant, and Faculty Excellence Fund)
Prepare, track, and reconcile budgets; processing requisitions, purchase orders, and pay vouchers; manages stipends, honoraria, faculty expense reports, and student payroll; and generates reports for University Teaching Development Grant oversight
Update and maintain the ATL website, handle the periodic “Friends of the ATL” email communication, and work with campus partners on a large data tracking dashboard system with university IT
Supervises student employees and graduate assistants, approves timesheets, and coordinates submissions for hiring, payroll, and separations
Assist with procurement, capital requests, and personnel transactions through appropriate systems
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.
