Operations Coordinator
University of Chicago · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturing$65k–$85k/yrOther
About the role
The Operations Coordinator for the Department of Anesthesia & Critical Care (DACC) supports the administrative, teaching, and research missions of the department. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and enjoy the operational details that keep a department running smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates research initiatives of the faculty and staff.
- Participates in process and performance improvement by identifying, analyzing, and enhancing existing processes to achieve better outcomes.
- Captures and distributes the departmental newsletter.
- Maintains an accurate and up-to-date departmental leadership contact list and Emergency Operations Manual and ensures proper distribution of EOM.
- Manages updates and front-end maintenance of the DACC website.
- Coordinates the development and distribution of the departmental newsletter.
- Coordinates alumni relations activities.
- Liaises with external presenters to ensure completion of relevant paperwork, arrange travel, process stipends/fees, and gather necessary information for successful participation.
- Oversees and maintains the physical office space, ordering equipment repairs, upgrades, and office supplies.
- Maintains the DACC physical asset inventory.
- Facilitates administrative needs in support of the research mission including the oversight of research space.
- Monitors finances for the clinical section.
- Provides management with regular updates and ensures that spending limits are adhered to and are within budget.
- Acts as a liaison between the section and other University departments.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
- Knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- Administrative experience in an academic medical institution.
Skills
- Excellent project management skills.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with a focus on serving the community through collaboration and respect.
- Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with absolute discretion.
- Maintain calm and courteous demeanor and work productively despite competing priorities.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Follow an issue through to resolution.
- Take initiative and organize and complete projects with minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with central administration within a complex research university environment.
- Maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with co-workers, faculty, guests speakers, venues, and vendors to promote a culture of wellness and excellence for the department.
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage.
- Pension plan.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Retirement savings plans.
- Time off and vacation.
- Life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pay
$65,000.00 - $85,000.00
Schedule
40 hours per week