Department Administrator - Physiology

Department Administrator

• Physiology Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance 403(b) Pet insurance Qualifications Space allocation Writing grant proposals Faculty hiring Contract management Managerial strategic planning 7 years Compensation and benefits strategy Operations management Faculty collaboration Expense management System design Employee retention Contract management in healthcare Bachelor's degree Overseeing compliance functions Financial control management Organizational skills Contracts Budget management in education Contract negotiation Practicing budget management in an educational setting Benchmarking Senior level Strategic partnerships Financial audit management Delegation Communication skills Staffing management Full Job Description Summary Reporting to the Department Chair, direct the administrative and financial activities of a large basic science department to include all financial, human and physical resources needed to carry out departmental goals effectively and efficiently.

Function as the department's agent and representative with internal and external entities. Primary Responsibilities Responsible for the smooth function and development of department administrative operations to include information systems, contract development and negotiations, as well as, system design and development to support all department functions. Develop annual budget. Monitor expenditures in relation to established budget, develop budget controls and reports, and analyze data against benchmarks. Develop and monitor strategic long

• and short-term program and space planning including building design.

Set priorities and goals. Develop and monitor administrative infrastructure to support department operations to include staffing levels, compensation plan, organizational development, recruitment and retention, and team building. Integrate and coordinate department activities with MCW administration, internal and external entities. Negotiate contracts as required. Develop and monitor systems for auditing and tracking financial matters. Monitors department compliance of operational policies and procedures. Work with department faculty regarding grant writing, adherence to budget guidelines, and opportunities for extramural funding. In conjunction with Department Chair, develop and assess internal and external partnership opportunities. Serve as advisor to chair on non-medical issues including strategic planning, faculty hiring and disciplinary practices, faculty salary and institutional and inter-institutional negotiations. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge

• Skills
• Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Ability to set and communicate priorities, effectively planning and organizing the work of the group. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail required. Applies education, training, and work experience to improve the performance of the organization. Leads by setting an appropriate example. Ability to successfully manage stressful situations and change effectively. Ability to foster teamwork. Ability to clearly communicate information necessary for business success. Delegates work effectively. Ability to maintain confidences. Demonstrate personal integrity in all interactions. Qualifications Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience:

7 years Physical Requirements Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously. Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. #LI-AC1 Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring

• Collaborative
• Curiosity
• Inclusive
• Integrity
• Respect.

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