The Administrative Director exercises management responsibility over the business and operational activities of a small to medium sized department, unit or business process. This individual is responsible for establishing short and long term goals and objectives in line with Mount Sinai Health System as well as ensuring compliance with federal, state and city regulatory agencies. The Administrative Director (AD) works closely with the Director and Co-Director to establish short- and long-term goals and objectives for the Institute for Health Equity Research (IHER) and oversees operational and administrative functions for IHER. The AD develops processes and procedures aligned to IHER’s vision, oversees growth objectives, hiring and onboarding of faculty and staff, and overseeing staff development. The AD participates actively in identifying and assisting with applications for federal and non-federal funding opportunities. They work with a Finance Director to ensure financial oversight of IHER, and a Human Resources Director on faculty and staff management. The AD helps support a culture rooted in collaboration, inclusion and teamwork, and establishes mechanisms to enhance engagement and communication with internal and external stakeholders, including funders and donors. The AD establishes and monitors program metrics, prepares reports and presentations for diverse audiences and oversees IHER’s annual symposia. They also work closely with the Director and Co-Director on building and maintaining relationships the Development Office and co-managing relationships with current and potential donors to IHER. The successful AD is a skilled communicator, a trusted partner and leader and strategic thinker. The AD must be detailed oriented, organized and have the capacity to manage multiple diverse assignments. The ideal candidate is also an experienced supervisor with proven experience working with diverse teams. Experience with federal and non-federal grants mechanisms, and working in academic research setting in an administrative leadership capacity is required.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed