Research Program Administration Officer I, Steward Observatory (Safford, AZ)

Financial assistance duties: Prepares cost and salary projections and analyses; prepares financial and administrative reports for administrative planning purposes; analyzes and interprets financial data. Monitors and approves program expenditures ensuring that budget allocations are not overspent; reviews and authorizes purchase of supplies, service, and equipment within budgeted limits.

Processes p-card purchases, expense reimbursements, monthly billing, requisitions, purchase orders, and payment to outside vendors. Operational assistance duties: Provides daily administrative support at base camp office to all research operations at MGIO. Compiles, stores, and organizes all appropriate records. Professionally greets and gives directions to all who visit the base camp for both astronomical research purposes and business.

Reviews weekly time sheets and approves time sheets in the absence of the director. Keeps informed of regulations, policies, and procedures set forth by the university or outside governing agencies. Facilitates the overall operation of the annual MGIO Summer Youth Work Program: This includes advertisement, recruitment hiring, record keeping, and overall supervision, which takes place over a few months.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong attention to detail and organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to interact professionally and effectively with others. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.