The Business Manager will provide leadership for the fiscal, administrative, and logistical initiatives of the Virginia Water Resources Research Center. This role involves collaborating closely with faculty and staff to coordinate and implement all fiscal activities, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal policies. The Business Manager will manage operating funds and sponsored project funds, serving as the center’s liaison with internal teams such as VT’s Controller’s Office, the Office of Sponsored Programs, and various VT colleges and departments, as well as with external funders, subcontractors, and collaborators. The Business Manager will work closely with the Director in fiscal and reporting activities related to the Water Resources Research Act program administered through the U.S. Geological Survey. In addition, the Business Manager will provide overall office support for the center and assist the Director and Associate Director with tasks such as calendar management, meeting and event scheduling, and special projects.

About the Virginia Water Resources Research Center

Located at Virginia Tech in the College of Natural Resources and Environment, the
Virginia Water Resources Research Center administers and coordinates research and outreach programs for water and related resources. It is one of the state institutes and centers authorized by Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 and administered by the U.S. Geological Survey. The program aims to develop, implement, and coordinate the Commonwealth's water and related land research programs and transfer research results and new technology to potential users.