Working title:

Department Administrator - Urology

Official title:

DIR, BUSINESS SERV/M(J96DM)

Degree and area of specialization:

Masters degree in health services administration, business, finance or related field

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

Minimum of six years of relevant experience in the management and administration of a complex organization with preference given to academic or clinical settings.

Principal duties:

Principal duties:
Under the general direction of the department chair, the Director of Business Services for the Department of Urology will provide overall administrative leadership for the operational, financial, and human resource functions for the clinical, educational, research, and service components of the department. The Director will act as a member of the department leadership team to ensure operational excellence and coordination across the entire departmental enterprise to ensure financial stability and long-term success.

Responsibilities include:

1. Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of all the department's resources and integrate this data into recommendations for program planning and development.
2. With the chair and faculty leadership, lead the implementation of financial and programmatic development strategies within the department.
3. Develop and manage all department budgets including funds from the School of Medicine and Public Health, the University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics.
4. Oversee the departmental use of all funds, including but not limited to SMPH, UWMF, UWHC, research and development, grant, gifts, in-kind, UW Foundation and practice income funds.
5. Create, review, revise and implement departmental administrative operating procedures.
6. Under the direction of the chair, monitor faculty activities and recommend appropriate funding sources and funding levels according to the department's mission.
7. Direct the development and maintenance of appropriate information systems and services to support the programmatic needs of the department and to ensure appropriate financial and human resources record keeping as needed
8. Plan and implement ongoing departmental self-evaluation initiatives and manage the operational aspects of external reviews in accordance with School and University guidelines.
9. Serve as a member of appropriate departmental committees and provide guidance with respect to fiscal and human resources issues.
10. Actively participate in faculty recruitment through assessment of department needs and negotiations with other UW and SMPH units as needed

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: JUNE 25, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #59162 to