This position is within the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine. Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the Administrative Support Assistant II is responsible for providing administrative and fiscal support for faculty and staff in the division. This position must provide a high level of customer service both in person and on the telephone to all patients, faculty, physicians, fellows, staff, and other visitors. The Administrative Support Assistant II performs responsibilities by anticipating needs and proactively providing support with minimal direction. The position is responsible for maintaining sensitive and confidential materials that are received and/or developed during the course of the position's job duties. Position reports to the Assistant Director.
We are seeking an engaging, professional, and highly responsible individual for this role. Your ability to work autonomously, set priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment in diverse situations is crucial. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, exceptional communication, and desire to create a welcoming environment are key attributes for success in this position.
Academic Support
This position will assist with the faculty academic profiles, including ensuring they are meeting the required deadlines and helping collect and record information related to mid-cycle reviews and promotion and tenure packets. Lead the annual faculty evaluation process for the division, working closely with the Manager and Assistant Director. Oversee the divisional volunteer and observer process, working closely with the Student Assistants to ensure these are handled appropriately and timely. Assist with planning, and coordination of regularly occurring academic division events and meetings.
Purchasing & Fiscal Support
Processes Division expenditures to include the collection of Division Administrator approvals, invoices and packing slips, establishes purchase orders and submits voucher payment requests. Works as part of a team with the other Division Administrative Support Assistant II to ensure all transactions are processed in a timely manner. Provides assistance to the Division’s Manager, Healthcare Administrator, as needed for fiscal submissions. Reviews and reconciles reoccurring monthly expenses and assists with processing order requests for the faculty and staff. Facilitates vendor applications in regards to independent contractors and new vendors to include serving as the primary point of contact and submitting forms for processing. Manages equipment and asset tracking log to ensure all items are delivered, decaled and tracked properly. Serves as the liaison between the Division and the Department’s asset manager to ensure records are up to date.
Office Support
Maintain a professional office environment for the Divisional admin office. Design and implement processes for the efficient functioning of the office. Update and maintain office policies and procedures manual. Perform administrative duties, including typing correspondence and answering main telephone lines for the office and routes calls appropriately according to protocols. Screen and prioritize requests for appointments. Schedules meetings as directed and notifies all appropriate personnel regarding faculty vacations and/or absences.
Travel Support
Arranges/processes travel for staff, faculty, visitors and graduate students for the Division including confirming reservations and travel plans, requesting UFID’s for new travelers and visitors, preparing and processing travel authorizations, expense reports and reimbursements through PeopleSoft management. Provides support for guest speakers and trainers as it relates to travel arrangements, confirming presentation itineraries and processing honorarium payments. Serves as a primary point of contact between the Division and Department in regards to travel submissions.
Additional Duties as Assigned by supervisor
We Offer Exceptional Benefits:
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Florida Retirement System Retirement Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Personal and Professional Development Opportunities (UF Training & Organizational Development)
- Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer