Director, Business Operations

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This position also provides financial analysis and strategic planning, as well as oversees the budgetary controls in partnership with various levels of management. • Directs, implements, coordinates, plans for and evaluates the business operations for the department/division, which may include statistical, performance and managerial reporting, decision and budget support, capital planning, and process improvement. • Develops and ensures adherence to department’s annual budget, in accordance with University guidelines and policies. Participates in financial analysis and planning including monitoring and reporting on monthly budget variances and opportunities to improve performance. • Advances strategic financial plan and makes recommendations to senior management on how to best execute the department’s plan. • Formulates department policies and guidelines to carry out the University and department mission. • Oversees the review, approval and reporting of all expenditures. Reviews and approves financial transactions. • Creates and manages support systems to assure availability of cost effective supplies, equipment, and management information. • Monitors contractual obligations and ensures consistency with departmental budget, goals, and programmatic initiatives. • Evaluates existing internal controls and approval processes, and makes recommendations on how to improve fiscal integrity and operational efficiency. • Implements department human resources actions, which may include hiring, terminations, salary etc. Recruits, trains and prepares performance reports for staff. • 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. • Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. • Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget. • Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations. • Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others. • Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office). Department Specific Functions The Director of Business Operations for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (MSOM) Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) evaluates, administers, and drives key business and administrative matters including budget, operations, and programs. This position serves as a liaison between leadership, administrators, team members and faculty. The Director of Business Operations performs and reports on financial analyses and strategic planning, as well as oversees budgetary controls, standard operating procedures, agreements, contracts, grants, and fellowships. The Director of Business Operations also assists with strategic projects in partnership with various levels of management and other graduate programs and campus partners. The Director of Business Operations reports to the MSOM Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and the Executive Director of Medical Education. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered. #LI-NN1 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. Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H14