The School of Medicine - Department of Pathology - has an
exciting opportunity for an Administrative Specialist. The
mission of the University of Maryland School of Medicine Department
of Pathology is to: deliver the highest quality diagnostic care to
our patients and communities; partner with providers to optimize
test utilization and interpretation for clinical management;
educate the best future physicians, laboratorians, and scientists;
and advance the frontiers of scientific knowledge in
medicine.
The University of Maryland Department of Pathology is committed to serving our community through world-class patient care, education, and research. We are proud to offer our clinical and consultative pathology services to patients and healthcare providers, share our love of the field with our exceptional trainees, and enhance public health and medical knowledge through our continuous research efforts. This mission could not be achieved without our belief in fostering an environment that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, through which better outcomes for our patients, faculty, staff, trainees, and the scientific community as a whole are achieved.
This position manages and coordinates planning and direction to support the strategic business initiatives for a specific function and/or operation. Responsible for review, forecasting and reporting of financial information, overseeing payroll processing, including gathering and reporting of financial information. Performs human resource functions related to day-to-day operations; may partner with Human Resource Services in areas of specific Human Resource specializations, such as staffing, compensation, benefits and employee relations issues. Implements and ensures the adherence to related accounting and human resource policies, procedures, and programs in order to assure cohesiveness and effectiveness.
SCOPE OF ROLE
Accomplishes responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training. Resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of management by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking. Contributes to development and evaluation of goals and objectives. Creates solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance. May supervise, mentor, or coordinate work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance). May independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources.
Applies intermediate level knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills. Decision making occurs within general guidelines and requires significant interpretation. Supervisor defines work guided by goals and objectives. Supervisor assists with unusual situations. Solutions require considerable analysis and evaluation of various alternatives. Independently anticipates needs and requirements to resolve non-routine matters.
Benefits: Exempt Regular
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland .
The University of Maryland Department of Pathology is committed to serving our community through world-class patient care, education, and research. We are proud to offer our clinical and consultative pathology services to patients and healthcare providers, share our love of the field with our exceptional trainees, and enhance public health and medical knowledge through our continuous research efforts. This mission could not be achieved without our belief in fostering an environment that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, through which better outcomes for our patients, faculty, staff, trainees, and the scientific community as a whole are achieved.
This position manages and coordinates planning and direction to support the strategic business initiatives for a specific function and/or operation. Responsible for review, forecasting and reporting of financial information, overseeing payroll processing, including gathering and reporting of financial information. Performs human resource functions related to day-to-day operations; may partner with Human Resource Services in areas of specific Human Resource specializations, such as staffing, compensation, benefits and employee relations issues. Implements and ensures the adherence to related accounting and human resource policies, procedures, and programs in order to assure cohesiveness and effectiveness.
SCOPE OF ROLE
Accomplishes responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training. Resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of management by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking. Contributes to development and evaluation of goals and objectives. Creates solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance. May supervise, mentor, or coordinate work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance). May independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources.
Applies intermediate level knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills. Decision making occurs within general guidelines and requires significant interpretation. Supervisor defines work guided by goals and objectives. Supervisor assists with unusual situations. Solutions require considerable analysis and evaluation of various alternatives. Independently anticipates needs and requirements to resolve non-routine matters.
Benefits: Exempt Regular
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland .
- PRIMARY DUTIES:
Administer financial (FIN), procurement (SSA), and human resource (HR) functions for an administrative office or department formulating unit plans, policies, and procedures, setting goals and objectives, adhering to rules and regulations. Maintains unit's budget.