Program Administrator-Rural Physicians Scholarship Program

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Administrator coordinates and manages the daily administrative operations of the Mississippi Rural Physicians Scholarship Program. The position oversees program activities, supports arrangements for classes and events, responds to inquiries, serves as a liaison with university offices and external constituencies, and contributes to program data collection and reporting. The listed duties are general examples and are not exclusive or all-inclusive; management may add or change duties.

Requirements

• An associate's degree or bachelor's degree, or a high school diploma/GED and 2 years of experience in project or administrative support.
• Knowledge of finance, budgeting, and cost-control procedures.
• Proficiency with personal computers and standard office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of constituencies.
• Sound decision-making ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration of program activities, including arranging classroom space, special events, and other program needs.
• Respond to inquiries, explain program activities, and recommend changes or improvements.
• Serve as a liaison between the program and university offices, external organizations, and the public.
• Collaborate on scheduling and planning conferences, meetings, and seminars, including travel arrangements and event coordination.
• Negotiate hotel, meeting-space, and banquet contracts, and/or schedule locations for training and academic classes.
• Resolve administrative and logistical issues, including classroom-space and hotel-accommodation arrangements.
• Oversee and participate in data collection and the preparation and submission of reports supporting program activities.
• Create and maintain relevant files and databases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree