Lead Administrative Support Specialist

Pay Range: Targeted pay range of $16.15 to $21.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits eligible.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard/fixed schedule. Travel may be required.

About the Role

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 74 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options.

Stephenson Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Lead Administrative Support Specialist to provide advanced administrative leadership and operational support to SCC’s Community Outreach & Engagement (COE) leadership. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and takes pride in keeping complex operations running smoothly.

As a trusted partner to SCC’s Community Outreach & Engagement leadership, you will handle sophisticated administrative responsibilities, support critical initiatives, and serve as a resource and leader for other support staff—all while contributing directly to the success of Oklahoma’s only NCI-Designated Cancer Center.

Why This Role Matters

Behind every breakthrough in cancer care is a strong administrative foundation. In this role, you’ll help ensure seamless operations, financial accuracy, compliance, and communication—allowing clinicians, researchers, and leadership to focus on delivering exceptional care and advancing discovery.

Responsibilities

• Executive & Administrative Support: Provide high-level administrative support to COE leadership, including managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information.
• Communication & Customer Service: Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring professional and timely communication.
• Document Preparation & Reporting: Prepare, edit, and distribute reports, presentations, and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Office Operations & Improvement: Streamline office processes, manage supplies, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Additional Responsibilities: Support critical initiatives, assist with event planning, and lead or mentor other administrative staff as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 12 months of office, clerical, or administrative experience.

Hiring contingent upon a background check.

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible.

Why Join Stephenson Cancer Center?

• Be part of Oklahoma’s only NCI-Designated Cancer Center.
• Support faculty and programs at the forefront of cancer research and treatment.
• Work in a collaborative academic health system with opportunities for growth.
• Make a meaningful contribution to patient care, research, and education.