Business Manager

Salary and Offer Notes: The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on Cook County Health (CCH) policy. Placement within the salary range is dependent on experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. Job Title: Business Manager III Location: John H. Stroger Jr Hospital of Cook County Department: Pulmonary Medicine-Clinical Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Posting Salary: $107,166 - $126,803 This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules. Job Summary The Business Manager III assists in directing the activities of the Department, including establishing goals, hiring, training personnel, overseeing purchasing, preparing work schedules, developing and implementing new plans and procedures. The Business Manager III is responsible for preparing, administering, and controlling budgets, supervising contracts and expenditures, reviewing reports, maintaining records, and preparing correspondence. The Business Manager III also helps prepare documentation to comply with accreditation bodies. Responsibilities Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals. Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions, and working meetings. Document, recommend, and effect discipline at all levels; work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to enforce applicable CBAs; initiate, authorize, and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules and policies. Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices; access and navigate CCH records system to obtain and review necessary information. Contribute to the management of CCH staff and systemic development; discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures; use independent judgment to identify staffing issues and perform functions such as hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees in accordance with CBAs. Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary. Typical Duties Plan, coordinate, and direct the daily operations of the Department. Supervise and coordinate, personally or via designees, clerical staff activities. Assist in formulating and updating departmental policies and procedures. Create and review personnel reports and coordinate actions to remedy deficiencies. Prepare budgets and conduct special financial studies. Review and adjust purchase requisitions and internal purchase requests; recommend modifications of items or suppliers as needed. Work with the department to create, negotiate, and manage contractual agreements with outside institutions. Confers with top administrative officials of the department to resolve personnel or policy issues. Perform special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED with eight (8) years of full‑time administrative experience in a hospital or health‑care setting OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with five (5) years’ full‑time administrative experience in such a role (official transcripts required at interview). One (1) year of full‑time supervisory or managerial work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Degrees awarded outside the U.S. must be credentialed by an approved U.S. evaluation service and presented at interview. Preferred Qualifications Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Excellent verbal and written communication skills for all staff levels and diverse patient populations. Strong program development, management, and leadership skills. Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and precision. Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks. Ability to adhere to departmental policies and best practices. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under challenge. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to perform accurate and reliable mathematical and budget estimates. Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor, and temperature. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Ability to work flexible hours. Physical and Environmental Demands This position functions within a healthcare environment. The incumbent must adhere to all hospital and department‑specific safety requirements, including personal protective equipment, hand washing, sanitizing, engineering controls, and other hospital policies. Veteran Preference Veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces for at least six (6) continuous months and meet the minimum qualifications are given preference. Applicants must identify as a veteran on the application and provide a copy of their DD‑214 or an equivalent document at interview. Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan Deferred Compensation Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Equal Employment Opportunity Cook County Health & Hospitals System is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr