Administrative Professional (Hybrid) - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

12d • $23 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

Assists department or division head in administration of department financial and operating procedures and programs. Coordinates and manages human resources, purchasing, and financial management for the department or division. Performs administrative duties of a complex and confidential nature in support of senior management; may supervise assigned nonexempt staff.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• Work Experience: Relevant Administrative Or Budgetary Support (5 Years)
• Skills: Microsoft Office
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Education: Bachelor's degree - Business
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Skills: Accounting Processes, Confidentiality, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Developing Creative Solutions, Financial Resources, Healthcare Environments, Human Resources (HR), Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Problem Analysis, Problem Solving, Professional Etiquette, Supervisory Management, Working Independently, Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Assists and advises department or division head and staff members of budgetary and related problems; prepares initial budgetary recommendations for approval by department or division head by considering past requirements and expenditures and present program plans.
• Interprets departmental policies and procedures, making decisions on specific operating problems and issuing instructions in the name of the departmental and divisional head in accordance with departmental precedents and policies.
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures related to operations; establishes guidelines and procedures to enhance customer service; plans and conducts meetings with subordinates to ensure compliance with established procedures, to implement new policies and to keep employees abreast of changes and current standards.
• Maintains liaison with all levels of administration to coordinate department business, accomplish directives and facilitate the resolution of problems.
• Prepares financial and operational reports and analyses reflecting progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Coordinates various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, disciplinary actions, grievances, promotions, transfers and vacation schedules.
• May supervise and coordinate the work of designated employees, reviewing completed work for adherence to instructions or correctness.
• May assist in the preparation of grant proposals and applications to include compilation of data and preparation of budget expenditures; monitor and verify expenditures; ensure compliance with University and sponsoring agency policies and procedures; prepare administrative reports for submission to sponsoring agency.
• Performs administrative duties of a complex and confidential nature in support of senior management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED