ADMINISTRATIVE COORD

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Occupational Summary 

The Administrative Coordinator/Executive Assistant will support the Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced academic medical environment and enjoys being at the center of departmental operations—managing communications, coordinating schedules, and ensuring smooth execution of clinical, educational, and administrative priorities 

Work Performed 

Strategic Liaison and Office Management

Serve as the primary conduit to the Chair, managing extensive time commitments and obligations to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Chair’s office. Independently identify and resolve day-to-day operational issues; interpret complex matters; and demonstrate a strong working knowledge of departmental, School of Medicine, and Duke Health policies and initiatives. Address and, when appropriate, resolve departmental concerns in the Chair’s absence. Monitor, prioritize, and screen all correspondence based on complexity, sensitivity, and significance. Act as a confidential liaison with faculty, staff, and university and health system offices. 

Executive Administrative Support

Perform a wide range of advanced administrative duties requiring a high degree of discretion, independent judgment, and confidentiality. Respond to inquiries and requests on behalf of the Chair. Provide highly complex calendar management for the Chair, requiring advanced scheduling, prioritization, and coordination skills. Plan, coordinate, and administer meeting logistics, agendas, and supporting materials. 

Finance and Budgeting of the Chair’s Office 

Prepares controls and maintains financial records and budget of the Chair's office, providing quarterly updates on expenses to the Chair. Identify areas for cost savings and improvements on a regular basis. Works with the finance team on varied financial requests as requested by the chair for operational needs. In addition, manages all resources in the Chair's office, including recruitment/retention activities. 

Special Projects and Event Coordination

Plan and coordinate special projects on behalf of the Chair, Chief Administrative Officer, division chiefs, and directors. Coordinate and oversee faculty recruitment visits and major departmental events, working with event coordinator on managing event budgets, select vendors and venues, and negotiating contracts. 

Data Analysis, Reporting, and Presentations

Collaborate with the Chair, Chair Administrative Officer, Administrative/Human Resources Manager, department directors, and division chiefs to gather, compile, and analyze data supporting departmental and divisional goals, productivity plans, and strategic initiatives. Prepare departmental reports and briefing materials for the Chair. Develop, edit, and update PowerPoint presentations using content generated independently and/or by others. 

Faculty Appointments, Promotions, and Tenure Support

In partnership with the Department Administrative Coordinator, serve as staff liaison to the Departmental Appointments, Promotions, and Tenure (APT) Committee. Compile, verify, and submit required documentation for faculty promotions to departmental HR for processing with the APT Office. Maintain faculty tracking systems and ensure timely scheduling of annual faculty review meetings with the Chair. 

Personnel Supervision

Supervise and coordinate the work of designated staff, reviewing completed work for accuracy, quality, and adherence to instructions. Recommend personnel actions, including hiring, performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, and leave scheduling. 

Travel and Expense Management

Coordinate domestic and international travel for the C