Administrative Specialist II - Department of Pediatrics

University of Florida
  • Gainesville, Florida
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Classification Title:

    Administrative Spec II

    Classification Minimum Requirements

    Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Job Description:
    The Administrative Specialist II provides advanced administrative support within an assigned division in the Department of Pediatrics in support of clinical, research, and academic programs. This position independently manages a broad range of operational, fiscal, human resources, recruitment, and clinical support functions while establishing work priorities, coordinating daily administrative operations, and exercising considerable judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying University and departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent serves as a primary liaison between departmental leadership, faculty, staff, functional support teams, University departments, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient, compliant, and effective operations. The Administrative Specialist II provides comprehensive administrative support to all faculty and staff within the assigned division(s).
     
    About this Role:
     
    Administrative Coordination & Division Support
    Provides advanced administrative support for divisional operations and serves as a primary administrative
    resource for divisional leadership, faculty, staff, trainees, and stakeholders. Coordinates schedules,
    meetings, conferences, and events; prepares agendas and meeting minutes; and manages travel
    arrangements and reimbursement processes. Maintains confidential files and communications, assists with
    strategic initiatives and special projects, and coordinates administrative activities on behalf of divisional
    leadership. Exercises independent judgment in prioritizing requests, resolving administrative issues, and
    facilitating communication between faculty, staff, departmental leadership, University departments, and
    external organizations. Coordinates provider call schedules in collaboration with Division Chiefs and clinical
    leadership to ensure appropriate clinical coverage. Develops, maintains, and updates provider call
    schedules within Epic On-Call and other scheduling systems, ensuring schedules accurately reflect clinical
    assignments and coverage needs. Communicates provider schedules and clinical coverage updates to
    Division Administrators, Clinic Managers, centralized scheduling teams, and other stakeholders in
    accordance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures. Identifies scheduling conflicts,
    coordinates schedule changes, and works collaboratively with leadership to maintain continuity of patient
    care and clinical operations
     
    External Clinical Contract Administrative Support
    Provides administrative support for external clinical contracts and applicable programs. Coordinates the
    preparation, compilation, submission, and tracking of all quarterly, annual, and other required deliverables
    as outlined in contract requirements. Works closely with the Medical Director(s), Division Administrator,
    faculty, and departmental staff to ensure all contractual obligations, reporting requirements, and deadlines
    are met. Coordinates contract-related meetings, maintains required documentation, tracks program
    activities and milestones, prepares supporting reports, and serves as the primary administrative liaison
    between the division and internal and external stakeholders. Assists with monitoring contract compliance
    and supports implementation of program changes and reporting requirements throughout the contract
    period.
     
    Recruitment, Human Resources & Faculty Affairs
    Coordinates faculty, provider, and staff recruitment and onboarding activities, including interview
    scheduling, candidate itineraries, travel arrangements, onboarding documentation, workspace preparation,
    information technology requests, and access credentials. Serves as a departmental resource regarding
    hiring, onboarding, payroll deadlines, leave administration, PTO, FMLA, and other human resources
    processes. Enters faculty time, reviews payroll reporting for providers and staff, and supports faculty affairs
    activities including annual evaluations, promotion and tenure, credentialing, licensure renewals, and
    educational programs.
     
    Fiscal Administration & Procurement
    Coordinates divisional fiscal and purchasing activities in accordance with University and departmental
    policies. Utilizes UFGO to process travel requests, expense reimbursements, and user access requests.
    Serves as a PCard holder and/or reconciler by processing and reconciling transactions, submitting
    exemption requests, and ensuring compliance with purchasing requirements. Processes purchases
    through UF Marketplace; obtains quotes, purchase orders, verifies funding sources, submits invoices for
    payment, tracks operational expenses, orders office and operational supplies, and interprets University
    procurement, fiscal, and purchasing policies to ensure compliance.
     
    Cross-Divisional Administrative Support & Special Projects
    Provides advanced administrative support and cross-coverage for other divisions within the Department of
    Pediatrics assigned by the Division Administrator. Assists with workload redistribution during staffing
    shortages, employee leave, vacancies, and other operational needs to ensure continuity of departmental
    operations. Participates in departmental initiatives, performs complex administrative projects, supports
    process improvement efforts, and completes additional assignments as directed by the Division
    Administrator and/or Division Chief.
    Expected Salary:

    $55,000 - $58,000; commensurate with education and experience.

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Administrative experience in a complex healthcare, academic, or higher education environment, with
    demonstrated experience in fiscal administration, human resources coordination, and proficiency with
    University of Florida administrative systems (e.g., UFGO, myUFL, UF Marketplace, and Epic) preferred.
    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. 

    This is a time-limited position.

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

    Health Assessment Required:No

     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGainesville, Florida
    Websitehr.ufl.edu/_pageup/favicon.ico

    Skills

    • Academic Researchunmatched
    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Clinical Researchunmatched
    • Clinical Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Conferencesunmatched
    • Contract Managementunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Expense Trackingunmatched
    • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)unmatched
    • Faculty Administrationunmatched
    • File Maintenanceunmatched
    • Financial Administrationunmatched
    • Financial Policiesunmatched
    • Fundingunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Higher Educationunmatched
    • Human Resourcesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Meeting Minutesunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Operational Expenditure (OPEX)unmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Order Suppliesunmatched
    • Pediatricsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Purchase Ordersunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
    • University/School Policiesunmatched

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