Operations Director
- Employer
- Dartmouth College
- Location
- Hanover, New Hampshire, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Dec 23, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Business Administration, Management, Executive, Other Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
12/20/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
0967800
Position Title
Operations Director
Department this Position Reports to
Epidemiology
Hiring Range Minimum
$118,800
Hiring Range Maximum
$148,500
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
M-F 8am-5pm
Location of Position
Lebanon, NH 03766
46 Centerra Parkway
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
Provides leadership, direction, and support for the Geisel School of Medicine research and administrative operations in support of the Department Chair or Program Director. Applies a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of financial management, research management, organizational administration, and grants administration to provide the necessary support to the Chair/Director and faculty and their research projects. Collaborates with Geisel central office to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of fiscal operations. Works closely with counterparts across Geisel to continually review processes, identify opportunities for improvement and allocate resources to achieve these goals.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelor's degree
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 7 to 10 years of relevant experience with 5 of those years in management preferred.
- Experience in grant administration in an academic setting is mandatory.
- Excellent accounting, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop, execute, and manage complex budgets.
- Ability to work effectively, independently, and as a member of a team.
- Willingness and ability to exercise judgment and initiative and to interact with faculty, personnel, and outside agencies in a professional manner.
- Flexibility and openness to change.
- Ability to plan work, set priorities, and respond to pressures, deadlines, and changes in schedules and priorities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to maintain and foster confidentiality.
- Proficiency in database management, spreadsheets, and other computer software.
- Familiarity with College accounting systems and procedures preferred.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.
- Master’s degree.
- Familiarity with Dartmouth College financial systems and procedures.
Courtney Baker
Department Contact Phone Number
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Margaret Karagas, PhD
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
This position is located at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77082
Key Accountabilities
Description
Personnel Management 30%
- Oversees team in research administration and operations: departmental finances, grant administration, facilities, space planning, and communications.
- Ensures timely accomplishment of the workload, compliance with policies and procedures, collaboration with Geisel and College colleagues, and efficient and effective operations.
- Coaches, mentors, and evaluates team to meet evolving department needs.
- Develops and implements training and professional development plans for staff.
- Encourages and fosters a positive team-oriented work environment through effective communication and management.
30
Description
Financial Management 30%
- Oversees departmental budget development, preparation and submission of grant applications, analysis of spending patterns/needs, and regular monitoring and communication about the financial status of research and departmental programs.
- Strategically plans and allocates Epidemiology financial resources.
- Interfaces with Geisel leadership about financial matters.
30
Description
Department Administration 20%
- Improves operational processes and systems to promote efficiency and enhance service in collaboration with Geisel and College administration.
- Develops, interprets, and applies financial and administrative policies and procedures that comply with institutional policies and clarify expectations for faculty, staff, and collaborators.
- Collaborates with representatives of Dartmouth College, Geisel, Dartmouth-Hitchcock, and other external partners to provide information, seek clarification of requirements, and advance issues of mutual interest.
- In partnership with Geisel Faculty Affairs, manages the faculty appointment process.
20
Description
Grant Administration 20%
- Oversees financial and administrative components of faculty grant applications for submission to federal and state agencies and private foundations.
- Oversees research plans into scope of work; identifies areas in which costs will be incurred, develops estimates of such costs, provides for administrative costs associated with the research, and budgets accordingly.
- Advises on the framing of grant proposals to be responsive to sponsoring agency interests, when needed.
- Manages the work of administrative and research staff in preparing and submitting grant applications, including those for multi-center clinical trials.
20
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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Performs other duties as assigned
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Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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