Director of Academic Affairs & HR Strategies

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in business, human resources, or healthcare administration preferred.
• Experience working in academic medicine desired.
• Experience as an advisor to senior management in all human resources areas, including employee relations, employment and labor law, compensation, staffing and employment, training and development, performance coaching and management, and organizational development.
• Ability to implement organizational change and provide guidance in the development and execution of organization-wide initiatives.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

·         Demonstrated leadership and supervisory, planning and change management skills.

·         Excellent planning and organizational skills.

·         Excellent communication skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, troubleshoot, think creatively and resolve conflicts.

·         Advanced financial expertise in accounting budget planning, and financial forecasting.

·         Advanced expertise in grants and contract administration.

·         Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements.

·         Strong negotiation and effective interpersonal skills.

·         Attention to detail and accuracy.

·         Advanced expertise in business and management computer applications and databases.

·         Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.

·         Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

·         Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

·         Frequently sitting.

·         Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.

·         Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 Occasional evening and weekend hours.

~ All members of the Department of Pediatrics are engaged in continuous learning and improvement to foster a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to all aspects of our work. The Department collectively and publicly commits to continuously promoting anti-racism and equity through its policies, programs, and practices at all levels. ~