Department Administrator

Serves in an advanced professional capacity as the Departmental Administrator for the Department of Infectious Diseases & Microbiology within the School of Public Health. Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to): budget planning, fiscal administration, personnel management, student-related activities, and other varied managerial/supervisory aspects within a network of inter-and intra-department research, training, and service activities. Coordinates and performs administrative functions for and with the Department Chairperson including problem intervention, space planning and utilization. Incumbent must be able to act independently to determine, interpret and execute Department, School and University policies and procedures. Reports directly to the Department Chairperson.

Job Summary

Directs the daily operations of multiple institution organizational units or a large, multi-faceted academic, research, and teaching department within a school or college, including finance, human resources, payroll, information technology, operations and management of facilities, accounting, grant management, and purchasing. Oversees strategic planning, future direction of programs, and allocation of resources. Controls expenditures and directs special projects.

Essential Functions

Serves in an advanced professional capacity as the Departmental Administrator for the Department of Infectious Diseases & Microbiology within the School of Public Health. Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to): budget planning, fiscal administration, personnel management, student-related activities, and other varied managerial/supervisory aspects within a network of inter-and intra-department research, training, and service activities. Coordinates and performs administrative functions for and with the Department Chairperson including problem intervention, space planning and utilization. Incumbent must be able to act independently to determine, interpret and execute Department, School and University policies and procedures. Reports directly to the Department Chairperson.

Physical Effort

Position is generally sedentary. Requires walking around the office, campus, and the Oakland area to attend meetings. Light lifting may be needed.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Director - Business Administration Job Family: Business Operations & Administration Job Sub Family: Operational Leadership Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Opt onal Documents: Cover Letter PI248043136