Department Business Administrator (College of Medicine) at University of Houston in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Manages the administrative, financial, budgetary and human resources operations within a Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine (COM) department.

Plans and manages the COM department's human and financial resources to support department objectives.

Provides financial accountability and ensures compliance with state, university and external funding agency guidelines; responsible for all administrative and financial affairs of the COM department, including personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting-related issues within the COM department.

Establishes the work assignments of staff and provides guidance as needed; fills vacancies, defines job duties, sets performance goals, and conducts annual performance appraisals; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action; makes recommendations on promotions and new hires.

Establishes or participates in the establishment of operational and administrative guidelines and inventory controls; enforces safety compliance rules and regulations.

May advise and assist faculty in administrative planning and provide administrative oversight for sponsored research awards from federal, state, foundation and/or private funding agencies.

Serves as the COM department liaison with Central Payroll, Human Resources, OSP and other department business managers.

Oversees the management and maintenance of database for all personnel and payroll records.

Interprets university policies and procedures for faculty and staff.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA
Bachelors and 3 years experience

Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Additional Job Posting Information:
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
- Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

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