compliance, personnel management, faculty recruitment and retention, and facilities and space planning. The Executive Administrator serves as the department's primary representative to governmental agencies, foundations, industry partners, and other external organizations. This role works collaboratively with University leadership to support departmental goals while ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. Essential Responsibilities Direct, plan, organize, monitor, and evaluate complex departmental operations and administrative functions. Provide executive oversight for financial management, budgeting, and operational planning. Coordinate and oversee research administration activities, ensuring compliance with University policies, grant requirements, and regulatory standards. Lead initiatives related to faculty recruitment, retention, and departmental personnel management. Manage compliance, risk management, and physical facilities and space utilization. Serve as the primary departmental liaison with governmental agencies, foundations, industry partners, and other external organizations. Collaborate with University officials to support intramural and extramural research programs. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, coach, and develop departmental staff. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field. Ten (10) years of progressively responsible related experience. Please Note: Work experience may not substitute for the required education requirement. Salary Compensation is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. About UAB The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a nationally recognized academic medical center and research institution dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities through excellence in education, research, innovation, and patient care. UAB offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and an inclusive work environment that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence. UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix. Job:Professional %26 Managerial
