Administrative Assistant - Senior - Psychiatry
University of Mississippi Medical Center · Jackson, MS · 3 days ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant-Senior will provide high-level administrative support to the Chair or Senior Leader of the assigned department. This role involves overseeing complex administrative tasks, managing departmental operations, and serving as a key liaison between the department and other internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Leadership Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to a Chair or Senior Leader, including managing complex calendars, scheduling high-level meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Office Management: Oversee the daily operations of the department, ensuring a well-organized and efficient office environment. Supervise and mentor junior administrative staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance as needed.
- Strategic Communication: Handle high-level communications, including drafting and reviewing correspondence, reports, and presentations. Serve as the primary point of contact for the Chair or Senior Leader, managing sensitive information with discretion.
- Project Leadership: Lead and coordinate special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with departmental and organizational goals. Develop project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress.
- Event Coordination: Plan and execute departmental events, conferences, and seminars, including logistics, budgeting, and communication with participants. Ensure events align with strategic objectives and enhance the department’s reputation.
- Financial Management: Manage tasks associated with budget preparation, financial reporting, and expense management. Approve invoices and purchase orders, and provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Data Management and Analysis: Maintain and analyze departmental data, generating detailed reports and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. Implement data management best practices.
- Policy Implementation and Development: Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures. Assist in developing and implementing departmental policies, and provide training to staff on policy changes.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the department.
Qualifications
- Education and Experience Required: Degree (Associate or Bachelor) and three (3) years of customer service or administrative support experience.
- Certifications, Licenses Or Registration Required: N/A
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in administrative support services in an academic or healthcare environment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Exceptional organizational and time-management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Familiarity with basic medical terminology and academic processes. Leadership and supervisory skills.
Benefits
Grant Funded: Yes
Pay
Hourly
Schedule
Full time