Strategic Public Safety Administrative Coordinator

UMass Med School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Med School in Worcester, MA is seeking an Administrative Coordinator II to manage complex departmental administrative functions within Public Safety. You will help plan office operations, budgeting, procurement, and staff coordination to keep the department running smoothly.

The role requires 1-3 years of experience in executive/administrative coordination, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of executive/administrative coordination, or related experience.
• Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated the ability to organize and manage a complex office environment with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated initiative and independent judgment in organizing and completing projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and organization of all office functions; including budgeting, policies, procedures, and procurement
• Compile budget information, support department accounting, and assist with all fiscal projects
• Monitor the disbursement of funds to determine appropriateness of expenditures and compliance within budget
• Coordinate travel
• Perform complex and varied executive/administrative functions which require a high degree of independent action
• Design and produce graphics using a variety of software applications
• Train staff in both basic and enhanced use of software applications
• Oversee, train, and monitor clerical staff
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard department records regarding employee job descriptions, performance appraisals, and other sensitive information
• Set priorities and procedures for accomplishing tasks, assign and coordinate support staff activities, and manage the work flow of the department
• Respond to emergencies, independently prioritize activities in the absence of the department heads, and effectively coordinate other resources when necessary
• Act as a liaison and respond to the requests of constituent groups, senior leadership, and employees within the organization
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor of Science in a related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

UMass Med School in Worcester, MA is seeking an Administrative Coordinator II to manage complex departmental administrative functions within Public Safety. You will help plan office operations, budgeting, procurement, and staff coordination to keep the department running smoothly.

The role requires 1-3 years of experience in executive/administrative coordination, strong word processing and spreadsheet skills, and excellent communication.