Senior Operations Coordinator

Sr. Operations Coordinator

Operating since 1927 on a strong foundation of multidisciplinary clinical and academic excellence, the University of Chicago Department of Surgery's mission is to meet the most challenging and complex health problems on both a local and global scale. Many of our faculty members are known for their contributions to the advancement of groundbreaking surgical procedures and techniques, including minimally invasive surgery. In addition to our department's clinical work, our scientists pursue a diverse range of basic, translational, and clinical research projects, including studies on the gut microbiome, tissue bioengineering, stem cell research, cancer, and immunotolerance. This ongoing work and achievement would not be possible without the cohesive effort and commitment of the faculty and staff. We are looking for high energy, collaborative individuals who share our commitment to improving the health of patients in the community and beyond.

Under general direction of the Executive Administrator and Surgery Leadership, the Sr. Operations Coordinator provides professional support to clinical department management in the Department of Surgery. Major responsibilities include coordinating and performing complex and diverse duties in support of the day-to-day operations of Surgery Administration.

Responsibilities

Administrative Support and Special Projects

• Provides primary administrative support to the Executive Administrator and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs.
• Serves as back-up to the Executive Assistant for the Department Chair.
• Manages O-224 Boardroom Calendar and bookings.
• Manages special projects, functions, and events related to Surgery Administration including but limited to quarterly department faculty meetings, directory management, and faculty recruitment.
• Vice Chair support with Faculty and Education Affairs initiatives, and Collaborative Opportunities Committee participation.

Marketing and Communication

• Creates and distributes new faculty announcements and other department communications as directed by Surgery leadership.
• Develop quarterly communications and newsletters with faculty counterpart
• Maintains relevant resource documents and standard operating procedures.
• Composes and edits correspondence and other documents.
• Composes and gathers materials for the Surgery Annual Report, edits, and manages printing and distribution.
• Designs digital monitor slides for various events.

Office Management

• Coordinates office functions, including developing and implementing office procedures and policies.
• Independently determines the appropriate course of action and provides follow-up on matters until they are completed.
• Receives, processes, and tracks all departmental bills and expenses. Manages reconciliations and reimbursements.
• Researches, compiles and analyzes data to create reports, proposals and other documents including but not limited to credentialing, financial, compliance, and monthly reports.
• Inventory management; monitors, orders, and restocks office supplies.
• Oversees and maintains the physical office space ordering equipment repairs and upgrades.
• Selects vendors and uses signature and purchasing authorization.

Other

• Provides professional support to clinical department management. Implements plans for clinical educational programs and initiatives.
• Assists monitoring finances for the clinical section. Provides management with regular updates and ensures that spending limits are adhered to and are within budget.
• Conducts regular studies and projects, including the development and enhancement of funding opportunities by working closely with the faculty in the section.
• May act as a liaison between the section and other University departments.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Experience:

• 5 years administrative experience in an academic medical institution strongly preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to multi-task on frequent and constantly changing demands.
• Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, graduate students and various administrative offices at all levels in the University.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to resolves problems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• Office Environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

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Job Family Administration & Management

Role Impact Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Drug Test Required No

Health Screen Required No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No

Pay Rate Type Hourly

​FLSA Status Non-Exempt

​Pay Range $26.44 - $33.65

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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