Senior Business Support Specialist, UMKC School of Medicine

Administrative and Operational Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the full spectrum of operational responsibilities for the School of Medicine Faculty Affairs Office
• Oversee day-to-day office operations for the Faculty Affairs Department, ensuring efficient and effective workflow
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in strict compliance with LCME, ACGME, and institutional requirements
• Cook up appointment processes for faculty and staff requesting non-compensated education partner and guest affiliate status
• Ensure compliance with LCME and ACGME standards within faculty affairs modules for the University, the school of medicine, and all clinical affiliates

Faculty Affairs Support

• Provide comprehensive support to department coordinators, directors, and faculty throughout the initial academic appointment process and academic promotion reviews
• Manage/coordinate Faculty Affairs-committee activities, including regular faculty promotion committee meetings, Non-Tenure Track Physician and Non-Physician promotion committee meetings, and faculty council, and meetings

Personnel and Communication

• Respond professionally and in a timely manner to inquiries from faculty, departments coordinators, and external stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been developed, is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, FileMaker, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook
• Exceptional accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information and develop effective solutions to problems
• Proven project management skills with a track record of successful execution
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and cultivate productive professional relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Community Information

• Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal
• The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone
• Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor

UMKC’s Campuses

• Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours
• Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.