The Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York - New York, NY
posted 4 months ago
The Department of Health Policy and Management at Columbia University is seeking a dynamic and proactive Executive Assistant and Administrative Coordinator to support the Department Chair and academic team. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient operation of departmental activities, supporting events, and communications, and providing essential administrative support to students and faculty. The position is designed for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced academic environment and is capable of managing multiple responsibilities effectively. As an Executive Assistant, the selected candidate will provide comprehensive, executive-level administrative support to the Department Chair. This includes managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and handling expense reimbursements. The role also involves assisting with the faculty promotion and tenure process, preparing materials for meetings, presentations, conferences, grants, and manuscripts, and acting as a liaison between the Department Chair and various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners. In the capacity of Administrative Coordinator, the individual will serve as the primary point of contact for departmental inquiries, assist in coordinating departmental initiatives, projects, and events, and maintain departmental records and databases. The role also includes academic support, where the candidate will collaborate with the academic team to facilitate course scheduling, student registration, and classroom management. Additionally, the candidate will support the development and dissemination of departmental communications, assist in maintaining the departmental website, and provide support for student admissions and events. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups. The successful candidate will also be responsible for other duties as needed, contributing to the overall success of the department.