Vacancy Notice

Administrative Coordinator – Professional Staff

St. Thomas Campus

JOB TITLE:  Administrative Coordinator

JOB CODE NUMBER:  121082

DEPARTMENT:                 Nursing 

ASSIGNMENT:                  The successful candidate will perform a broad range of administrative tasks for the efficient operation of the Research Center Office and support the Research Director in meeting deadlines and developing community partnerships; review grant documents to identify and establish necessary work plans and assistance required to support core activities; take lead in arranging conferences, institutes, seminars and meetings.  The candidate will also direct development and administration of operational and office policies and procedures relating to budget, purchasing, and personnel; oversee development and maintenance of Website; develop annual and other reports required for the grant based on submitted core materials; maintains calendar of events and administrative deadlines for the Research Center and performs other related duties as assigned.   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Business or related field preferred and two years of supervisory experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, two years of supervisory experience and five years of experience in program support and/or business administration.

• Considerable knowledge of business administration and office management.

• Considerable knowledge of budgeting and purchasing processes.

• Substantial skill in operating office equipment such as a computer (using ordinary office applications such as Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, Power Point, and other user-friendly software), printer, copier, scanner and calculator.

• Ability to:  solve complex problems; analyze data; read and understand legal or government regulations; speak clearly and audibly; and organize work efficiently.

COMPENSATION:            The salary range for this position is $30,587 to $44,381 for the administrative year depending on experience and qualifications.  Benefits include the liberal TIAA-CREF or the Virgin Islands Government Retirement Plan, and a comprehensive group medical, dental, and life insurance program.

TRAVEL AND

SHIPPING:                          If applicable, economy airfare to St. Thomas for appointee and immediate family and shipping allowance of up to $1,250 will be paid by the University upon presentation of receipts.

APPLICATION

PROCEDURES:                 In order to be considered you must submit an employment application, cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, official college transcript(s), and three (3) letters of recommendation to:  University of the Virgin Islands, Human Resources Department, #2 John Brewers Bay, St. Thomas, VI  00802-9990 or email hrweb@uvi.edu.

APPLICATION

DEADLINE:                         Open until filled.