University of Massachusetts Medical School
Executive Assistant to the Chair
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609
OverviewGENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the department Chair or Administrator, the Executive Assistant to the Chair performs a variety of confidential and complex duties in support of the department Chair and senior staff.
ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Academic Coordination
Coordinate the faculty recruitment process. Ensure timely scheduling of interviews and the coordination of all logistics
Update format, and assemble biosketches, publications and other proposal submission documentation
Ensure that assigned budgets and post grant award accounts are within budget, balanced, and communicate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure prompt delivery, service, repair, etc.
Coordinate the grant submission process, ensuring timely complete submissions
Participate in the planning and organization of the office in terms of staffing to ensure project deliverables. Develop a comprehensive knowledge of administrative activities of the department and the Medical School
General Responsibilities
Function as an intermediary in communicating sensitive /confidential information to senior administration or external sources and maintain the integrity of personnel files
Draft, review, type, proofread, edit, copy, file and prepare routine correspondence for Chair and file a variety of materials such as correspondence, manuscripts, grant applications, reports, lectures, purchase orders, and professional papers
Create, organize and maintain Chair’s calendar, answer and screen telephone calls, take messages or relay information within scope of authority, open, review and prioritize incoming mail and arrange orders and maintain all departmental and Chair office supplies
Provide administrative support for special projects. Assist in preparing data, reports, and follow-up on projects and reports
Disseminate agendas, take minutes, and disseminate minutes and other follow up communications
Data Support
Gather, organize, and maintain data and a proficiency in graphing, data-entry, spreadsheet, presentation software and other technical applications.
Perform bibliographic retrieval and data management; efficiently and thoroughly researches articles, abstracts, manuscripts, books and scholarly articles
Travel and Event Support
Screen and /or arrange conferences, retreats, seminars, meetings, interviews and appointments by coordinating facility and service availability within and outside the department, including the coordination and implementation of social functions, honoraria engagements and contracts
Ascertain and arrange travel logistics and coordinate schedules; complete travel advances and authorization forms, submit voucher forms with appropriate receipts and information, and maintain travel records
Clerical Support
Greet visitors; ascertain their needs and provide information
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Management or Accounting or related field, or equivalent
3 to 5 years of administrative and budgetary experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Possess the organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with all levels of personnel
Ability to prioritize and problem solve
Additional Information- 100% onsite with no remote work option
Under the general direction of the department Chair or Administrator, the Executive Assistant to the Chair performs a variety of confidential and complex duties in support of the department Chair and senior staff.
ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Academic Coordination
Coordinate the faculty recruitment process. Ensure timely scheduling of interviews and the coordination of all logistics
Update format, and assemble biosketches, publications and other proposal submission documentation
Ensure that assigned budgets and post grant award accounts are within budget, balanced, and communicate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure prompt delivery, service, repair, etc.
Coordinate the grant submission process, ensuring timely complete submissions
Participate in the planning and organization of the office in terms of staffing to ensure project deliverables. Develop a comprehensive knowledge of administrative activities of the department and the Medical School
General Responsibilities
Function as an intermediary in communicating sensitive /confidential information to senior administration or external sources and maintain the integrity of personnel files
Draft, review, type, proofread, edit, copy, file and prepare routine correspondence for Chair and file a variety of materials such as correspondence, manuscripts, grant applications, reports, lectures, purchase orders, and professional papers
Create, organize and maintain Chair’s calendar, answer and screen telephone calls, take messages or relay information within scope of authority, open, review and prioritize incoming mail and arrange orders and maintain all departmental and Chair office supplies
Provide administrative support for special projects. Assist in preparing data, reports, and follow-up on projects and reports
Disseminate agendas, take minutes, and disseminate minutes and other follow up communications
Data Support
Gather, organize, and maintain data and a proficiency in graphing, data-entry, spreadsheet, presentation software and other technical applications.
Perform bibliographic retrieval and data management; efficiently and thoroughly researches articles, abstracts, manuscripts, books and scholarly articles
Travel and Event Support
Screen and /or arrange conferences, retreats, seminars, meetings, interviews and appointments by coordinating facility and service availability within and outside the department, including the coordination and implementation of social functions, honoraria engagements and contracts
Ascertain and arrange travel logistics and coordinate schedules; complete travel advances and authorization forms, submit voucher forms with appropriate receipts and information, and maintain travel records
Clerical Support
Greet visitors; ascertain their needs and provide information
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Management or Accounting or related field, or equivalent
3 to 5 years of administrative and budgetary experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Possess the organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with all levels of personnel
Ability to prioritize and problem solve
Additional Information- 100% onsite with no remote work option