Office Administrator

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,270 - 55,330; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's Department of Pediatrics Chair's Office seeks an organized Office Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support in a fast-paced academic healthcare environment in Oklahoma City.

This role coordinates office operations, manages communications, facilitates meetings and projects, and serves as a key resource for faculty, staff, trainees, and external partners, while upholding confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in office management or administrative coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Department Chair and leadership team.
• Coordinate office operations and manage communications.
• Facilitate meetings and special projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced academic healthcare environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $50,300, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction

The Department of Pediatrics Chair's Office is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and customer- focused Office Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support in a fast-paced academic healthcare environment. This position plays a critical role in supporting the Department Chair and leadership team by coordinating office operations, managing communications, facilitating meetings and special projects, and serving as a key resource for faculty, staff, trainees, and external partners. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills who can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. This role requires strong problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering outstanding administrative support that contributes to the department's mission of excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. As a central member of the Chair's Office team, the Office Administrator will help ensure efficient daily operations, support strategic departmental initiatives, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of experience in office management, administrative coordination, or related roles

Equivalency/Substitution

Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Required Certifications And Licenses

None

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes