ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE

This position will support the Chair, faculty and provide administrative assistance for the department.  Under minimal supervision, to provide essential administrative and business support services within a school, department or unit which may include budget maintenance, personnel processing, policy communication, facilities/space management, database/files management, office/clinic management or patient flow management. To coordinate programmatic activities and functions. To conduct special projects relating to an office s administrative operations at the direction of superior. To maintain vendor relationships. To interface with internal and external constituencies. May provide confidential secretarial/office support functions for department chairs, large division directors, deans or other organization executives. Typically supervises clerical/secretarial staff. May assist in preparation and submission of grants. May be responsible for equipment/furniture repair. May assist with grants and contracts administration. May prepare financial reports and analyses.

(Hourly Rate:  $18.35  –  $23.85)

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 

Strong organization skills, strong skills in Microsoft Office, experience using UAB’s Oracle system is strongly desired, excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, exceptional customer service and ability to work in a team environment.