*Sr Administrative Director at University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Under guidance of the Executive Director for the national Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, this position will lead all initiatives aimed at increasing the capacity of organizations to implement effective evidence-based suicide prevention, and the capacity of state, federal, and territorial projects to effectively serve Tribal nations and communities with evidence-based suicide prevention initiatives. This position will provide day-to-day leadership and management of the activities and performance of tasks related to Healthcare, Community, Lived Experience, Tribal, Belonging, Best Practices Registry, Action Alliance, and States and Territories Initiatives, suicide prevention work as outlined in the SPRC workplans.

Provides leadership and management of the program, center or college that is large in scope to include providing administrative direction, staff management, performs and directs a team for financial analysis, budget preparation and reports. May include some grant management and policy development. 

Duties:

• Assist Director with long-range, strategic and development initiatives.


• Develops and implements administrative, fiscal, and operational policies in compliance with the University, NIH, federal and state guidelines. 


• Supervises the activities and performance of the department's or center's non-faculty staff to include but not limited to hiring, training, performance management and employee discipline and/or termination.  Recommends salary adjustments based on equity and performance.


• Financial responsibilities include budgeting, financial planning, and approval of expenditures. Analyzes departmental financial procedures. Makes recommendations for changes and develops strategy for change.


• Prepares budget and financial reports. 


• Manages and participates in a variety of projects to ensure financial, quality, service, and operational goals are achieved. Plans and develops internal and/or external partnerships to market and further the program, center or college mission. 


• May develop grant submissions and oversee funded programs.


• May represent program, center or college at various internal and external meetings.


• May supervise events as necessary


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

This is a completely remote position. Acceptance of this position will need to be in compliance of the university's remote policy. Offer will be contingent upon all documentation and approval.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, AND:

• 84 months of related experience in a university environment or equivalent administrative position.

Skills:

• Demonstrated administrative leadership and expertise, promoting a team approach to strategic planning and the development of a full continuum specialty program.


• Highly developed expertise in quantitative analysis to support definition and advancement for department's goals and objectives.


• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining positive, effective, and productive relationships.


• Ability to act as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders.


• Ability to provide leadership to establish priorities and to develop and implement solutions.


• A high orientation to detail with proven analytical and financial skills.

Working Conditions:

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  Physical: Ability to engage in repetitive motions.


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  Environmental: Standard Office environment.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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