Department Administrator II

Summary

You’ll play a key role in supporting both people and operations across the department. Partner with leadership to plan and support department goals and initiatives[1]. Help coordinate day-to-day operations so teams can work efficiently[2]. Support budgeting and track financial activities[3]. Assist with staffing processes, scheduling, and general personnel support[4]. Organize meetings, materials, and communications for leaders and teams[5]. Contribute to clinical, research, or program initiatives by keeping projects moving forward[6]. Identify opportunities to improve workflows and solve problems proactively[7].

• We’re looking for someone who is organized, dependable, and confident working with leadership teams.
• Experience supporting department operations or senior leaders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay flexible as needs shift
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Comfort working with budgets, data, or reporting processes
• A proactive approach

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park, every role contributes to something bigger. You’ll be part of a team focused on advancing cancer research, care, and innovation while supporting patients and families.[8]

A mission-driven organization where your work truly matters[9]
A collaborative and supportive team environment[10]
Opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your skills[11]
Competitive benefits and a strong focus on employee well-being[12]
A workplace that values respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement[13]

The starting annual salary for this position is $103,870 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Required

• Education and Experience
• Master’s degree and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in an academic, business, healthcare, scientific or related administration setting, including eighteen (18) months experience in a supervisory, consultative, managerial or executive role;[14]
• or Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of five (5) years of full-time experience in an academic, business, healthcare, scientific or related administration setting, including eighteen (18) months experience in a supervisory, consultative, managerial or executive role;[15]
• or Associate’s degree and the equivalent of seven (7) years of full-time experience in an academic, business, healthcare, scientific or related administration setting, including eighteen (18) months experience in a supervisory, consultative, managerial or executive role.[16]

Note

Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.[17]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.[18]

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.[19]

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.[20]

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.[21]