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Job Description ADMIN SUPV 2 Working Title Finance and Administrative Officer - SOM UME
Job Code 007375 Grade 23
Department Name Undergrad Medical Ed - D02005 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 01/08/2018
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE
004544 STDT ACAD ADVISOR 2 1
007377 ADMIN OFCR 3 1
004163 TRAINER 3 1
004387 HEALTH PROFNS EDUC SUPV 1 1
007355 AV IT ENGR 4 1
004574 STDT SVC ADVISOR 2 1

Generic Scope
Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

Custom Scope
Responsible for supervising the administrative services of a large academic department within a school OR college OR non-academic department (program). Typically reports to a manager. Administrative services include all or some of the following functions: IT, facilities, student services, contracts and grants, budgetary financial management and/or human resources. Supervises support and/or professional staff.

Department Custom Scope
Under the direction of the Senior Associate Dean, Medical Education, the Finance and Administrative Officer (FAO) for the Department of Medical Education is directly responsible for all administrative operations encompassed within the department's clinical, research and academic missions. In partnership with the Senior Associate Dean and faculty leadership, the FAO is responsible for developing short and long-range planning of administrative and financial goals and objectives. The FAO coordinates and implements all department functions and carries out strategic support initiatives and other special projects as directed by the Senior Associate Dean. Serves in an advisory capacity to the Senior Associate Dean on all matters related to the department¿s operations, taking initiative to develop administrative policy as required and works close with the Senior Associate Dean to facilitate effective decision-making processes. Serves as the main point of contact with the department for non-medical issues and serves as a liaison with other departments as well as other campus offices and organizations and as administrative liaison for affiliated hospitals and external agencies. Ensures that all University policies and procedures are strictly followed and enforced for all sources of revenue to the department. Maintains accurate and comprehensive records related to all accounting and financial transactions performed by the department.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Participates in the creation, maintenance and reporting of operational and budget processes, academic and/or staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning.
  • Participates in the academic personnel process to include faculty recruitments, appointments, reappointments, merit process and/or promotion process. Participates in the assignment of department space, prepares justifications for additional space, and attends planning meetings.
15
Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for departmental operations.
  • Interprets University policy and ensures compliance with all staff and academic policies. Advises the Senior Associate Dean, faculty, and staff regarding University guidelines and provides updates on new or revised regulations. Ensures compliance with all accrediting and licensing agencies for Undergraduate Medical Education, such as the (LCME), (GME), and (ACGME). Implements relevant academic policies established by the School of Medicine.
10
Supervises the work of a department with responsibility for quality and quantity of work
  • Through routine administrative oversight, evaluates the operational efficiency of the department and provides direction and guidance as needed.
10
Responsible for quality and quantity of work.
  • Provides critical analysis of operational procedures necessary to support continuous quality improvement in the management and support of the educational programs.
10
Recommends hiring of new employees, transfers, promotions, salary actions, terminations, performance management and budget recommendations.
  • Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the function. Plans, directs and controls staff functions in the department, establishing and delegating tasks, duties, and level of responsibility for each staff member. Ensures adequate staffing levels to support the research, educational, and clinical activities in the department.
10
May manage systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.
  • Manages the procurement, installation, and maintenance of all department inventoried equipment together with the establishment and maintenance of the supplies management program for the department. Develops and implements procedures for supply inventory and to keep equipment in good working condition.
5
Financial/Budgetary Management: In conjunction with the Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education, develops the annual departmental budget considering all revenue sources and departmental expenditures. Responsible for monitoring the operational budget and variance reports on a monthly basis. Develops financial reports and recommends/initiates corrective strategic actions as needed to ensure financial solvency within the department. Meets with Senior Associate Dean and/or Division Chiefs on a monthly/quarterly basis to inform/advise on budgetary matters. Performs and prepares financial feasibility studies for implementation of new programs, changes in compensation structure, departmental assessments, cost containment and/or corrections. Assists the Senior Associate Dean in the development and implementation of a departmental compensation model for sales and service accounts related to Medical Education service units. Maintains accurate and comprehensive records related to all financial transactions performed by the department.
10
Long & Short Term Planning and Development: In conjunction with the Senior Associate Dean, responsible for developing and implementing the department strategic plan for operational, organizational, resource and program needs. The department plan has significant impact in areas of finance, educational program operations, recruitment of academic and staff personnel, space and affiliations. Responsible for the development of the administrative organization of the department
5
Accreditation Management: Manages the process for LCME accreditation on a continuous basis for the undergraduate medical education program, including planning, development and submission of data package and any required post-decision follow-up or reporting. Works with SOM and campus leadership as necessary to develop and manage LCME compliance-related initiatives and efforts school-wide. Document efforts, plans and outcomes and prepares the Dean and other members of faculty and leadership to report to the LCME accordingly. Serves as the AAMC Primary Institutional Administrator and institutional contact for medical school access to AAMC services and membership on committees. Responsible for bi-annual up-dates to AAMC committee member roster for the SOM.
10
Educational Programs: The FAO is responsible for the administrative management and oversight of all aspects of the department¿s educational programs which includes: Educational Instruction, Pre-Clerkship and Clerkships, Standardized Patient Program, Simulation Center; Assessment and Evaluations. Administrative oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of the graduate MD courses and course requirements, evaluation of faculty teaching and course materials, program policies and regulations, and continued program refinement.
10
Curriculum Management: Manages and prepares the medical education program curriculum for integration into the AAMC¿s Curriculum Inventory and Reports (CIR) database that serves as a national benchmarking tool for content, structure, delivery, and assessment of medical school curricula. Performs comprehensive analysis of SOM curriculum to guide preliminary classification of competency-based learning throughout as it relates to Physician Competencies Reference Set (PCRS) utilized by CIR.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Solid knowledge of the organization¿s processes, protocols and procedures with a focus on budget, account and fund management and/or personnel management within labor contract(s) and personnel policy. Preferred
Solid knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll. Required
Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration. Preferred
Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Required
Solid knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs. Preferred
Solid organizational and customer service skills to effectively manage multiple priorities. Required
Solid interpersonal communication skills to include verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Required
Solid skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify resolution. Required
Demonstrated ability, using critical thinking skills to effectively lead, manage, supervise, and strategically plan administrative and fiscal operations. Required
Demonstrated ability to effectively administer and manage complex department operations and programs based on analysis, judgment and knowledge of applicable government, institutional and other policies and regulations in an academic environment. Required
Skill to write formal reports, preparation of business plans, proformas, presentations, correspondence and other written material using proper english, grammar and punctuation. Required
Knowledge of regulatory information related to Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), and Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). Required

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Travel
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours

Level of Supervision Received
Direction

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Constantly
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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