Executive Administrator

Executive Administrator

The Executive Administrator (EA) reports to the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics and is accountable for oversight of the fiscal and operational activities of all subspecialty sections and Department centers. The EA has direct oversight of the strategic planning and execution, clinical practice management, finances, facilities, and general management of the Department, collaborating closely with centralized BSD services for human resources and research administration. Key areas of focus include support of the operational efficiency and expansion of our ambulatory (especially multidisciplinary) and perinatal programs; strengthening our partnerships with the CCHA, regional community hospitals, and FQHCs; building our primary care network; deepening our educational infrastructure and facilitating faculty development activities; and actively supporting the research initiatives of the faculty and staff.

Responsibilities include developing short and long-term business plans for the Department, working with the Chair, Section Chiefs and their respective Section Administrators to conduct ongoing assessment of, and response to, growth opportunities and unmet needs within the Department, and leading, developing and executing the Department's strategic, operational, talent, and budget initiatives using metrics, data, research, and education.

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field and knowledge and skills developed through 10+ years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree with an emphasis in finance, business, health care, or relevant field, and progressively responsible experience in financial planning, management, analysis, forecasting, modeling, or administration of a research or clinical unit.