Program Director, Administrative Services (Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine - College of...

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL seeks a Program Director for Administrative & Financial Operations within the Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine - College of Medicine. This leadership role partners with the Department Chair to shape strategy, oversee operations, and manage resources that support teaching, research, and service initiatives.

The position emphasizes budget planning, HR and procurement oversight, and data-driven reporting to drive efficiency, compliance, and staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience, or high school diploma with ten years of related experience.
• Valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Chair on departmental strategy, operations, and organizational effectiveness.
• Lead budget planning, financial analysis, forecasting, and resource management across multiple funding sources.
• Provide operational leadership for HR, procurement, travel, and administrative functions serving approximately 140 faculty and staff.
• Supervise and develop administrative team members while driving service excellence.
• Interpret university policies and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Deliver data-driven reports and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Operations management

HR management

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Program Director, Administrative Services (Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine - College of Medicine)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63810

Department

Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine - College of Medicine

Responsibilities

Program Director, Administrative & Financial Operations:

Join the leadership team of the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine (BSSM) as a strategic partner to the Department Chair. In this impactful role, you'll help lead departmental operations, financial planning, staffing strategy, and administrative services that support teaching, research, and service initiatives.

What you'll do:

• Partner with the Chair on departmental strategy, operations, and organizational effectiveness.
• Lead budget planning, financial analysis, forecasting, and resource management across multiple funding sources.
• Provide operational leadership for HR, procurement, travel, and administrative functions serving approximately 140 faculty and staff across a growing department and its affiliated programs and centers.
• Supervise and develop administrative team members while driving service excellence.
• Interpret university policies and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Deliver data-driven reports and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Why you'll love this role: This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic academic environment where your leadership will directly support faculty success, research growth, operational excellence, and the department's long-term strategic goals.

We're looking for a collaborative, solutions-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys translating strategy into action.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and six years of experience related to administrative services; or high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to ten years. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

Valid Florida or Georgia Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Contact Info

Georgia Arnold
Program Director

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.