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CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Directs the administrative and financial support of the department. Provides long-term strategic planning, overseeing of daily operations, delegating tasks to staff and manages personnel. Plans and coordinates the duties of staff in addition to analyzes complex administrative concerns. Provides advice and development and recommendation of administration policy Serves as principal liaison and representative for personnel and financial matters. Represents the assigned department in committees and meetings. Manages administrative budgets and negotiates contracts and agreements with vendors. Implements department human resources actions, which may include hiring, terminations, salary etc. Recruits, trains and prepares performance reports for staff. Prepares both internal and external reports for departmental use. Maintains corporate relationships and monitors operating expenses. Liaises with HR and other departments. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

+ Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports and correspondence

+ Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

+ Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.

+ Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

+ Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others

+ Knowledge of business and management principles.

+ Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

Lead and oversee the financial management of laboratory operations, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, to ensure fiscal responsibility and support strategic goals. Monitor and control laboratory costs and expenditures, implementing cost-saving initiatives and productivity measures to optimize resource utilization. Develop business cases, pro formas, and financial models to support new initiatives, capital investments, and operational changes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Prepare and deliver executive reports and presentations that highlight key financial and operational insights for senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making. Develop administrative policies, standard operating procedures, and performance metrics to ensure consistency and quality across laboratory operations. Ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget, maintaining accountability and operational excellence. Provide direct supervision and guidance to administrative support staff, ensuring effective workload distribution and high-quality deliverables. Act as the primary administrative point of contact for UHealth Laboratory Leaders, fostering collaboration and responsive communication. Represent the AVP in selected meetings, committees, and initiatives, ensuring decisions and communications are aligned with UHealth Laboratories’ goals. Assist the AVP with departmental priorities, including workforce planning, contract negotiations, vendor relationships, and cross-functional initiatives, to support organizational objectives.

Department Specific Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Experience in financial management and cost control

Advanced proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H15