Division of General Pediatrics

Department of Pediatrics

Functional Job Description

Name: TBDSalary Grade: 009

HR Title: Secretary IVHR Job Code: 0558

Functional Title: Division Secretary Revision Dated: 2/9/16; 2/10/16; 10/20/16

Overview: Provide secretarial support to the Division of General Pediatrics Academic/Research offices, requiring attention to detail and timelines, and ability to work independently with a high degree of efficiency. The Secretary IV assists with day-to-day operations of the Division for 60 faculty and staff. With minimum direction and considerable latitude for independent judgment, performs routine and non-routine duties requiring highly advanced secretarial skills and proficiency for Division faculty and staff. Efficiently handles all details and duties requiring extensive experience with policies, procedures and practices of the Division and the Department. Assist faculty with the execution of their academic responsibilities including the preparation of presentations and manuscripts as necessary, the coordination and collection of data, tracking CME credits, and making travel arrangements to academic and other meetings, Monitors and ensures that all functions are completed in an accurate, efficient and customer friendly manner. Demonstrates ICARE* values in each of the major responsibilities.

NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required.

Major Responsibilities

  1. Perform Secretarial Duties Requiring Advanced Skills. Serve as first line secretarial resource for division faculty, fellows and staff. Provide secretarial support to faculty, fellows and staff by addressing requests to meet deadlines(25%)
  1. Act as resource for Division Scheduling and the point of contact for meetings, events and travel arrangements:
  2. Assist in arrangements for Divisional meetings and events. Coordinate conference arrangements including obtaining AV equipment, room reservation and refreshments.
  3. Schedule Division’s shared conference room space.
  4. Coordinate travel and accommodations for faculty and staff including meeting registration.
  5. Complete faculty travel reimbursement forms and tracks annual travel allowance.
  6. Serve as recording secretary; prepare and distribute agendas, obtain information, distribute minutes; follow up on action items as requested.
  7. Assist with Division communications and faculty and staff presentation preparation:
  8. Copying, scanning and faxing.
  9. Assist with developing PowerPoint slide and poster presentations. At the direction of faculty, staff and fellows, helps format and order posters for presentation at local and national meetings.
  10. Compose non-routine or routine correspondence
  11. Complete requests for research articles utilizing electronic databases and the Miner Library resources.
  1. Possess Knowledge of University Forms and Procedures for Processing(20%)
  2. Requests for payment, travel and conference, 312 requisitions,employee expense reimbursements, grant petty cash reimbursementsand ITSR forms, etc.
  3. Coordinate equipment purchases and maintain contracts and equipment. Maintain and monitors SAS/SPSS license for division by accurately submitting correct account numbers to be charged and making sure the licenses do not expire.
  4. Prior to circulation, review all forms for completeness, accuracy, appropriateness, and allowability.
  5. Coordinate and track signature process for non-personnel costs.
  6. Order supplies, reconcile packing slips,and distribute/store purchased items, keeping office supplies organized and accessible.
  7. Initiate all procurement orders including University SOLO items.
  8. Respond to requests regarding procurement process and payment status.

  1. Finance Support (25%)
  2. Responsible for Division scanning of all forms and paperwork for electronic filing within 48 hours of transaction request.
  3. Route and track signature process for personnel forms/salary distribution changes.
  4. Identify and pursue issues (non-personnel) related to monthly reconciliation, including undocumented expenditures, payment follow-up, etc. Work closely with Pediatric and Non-Pediatrics faculty and administrators/staff in troubleshooting financial issues. Research, follow up and collect supporting documentation identified as missing through the department’s monthly account reconciliations

i)Respond to requests for copies of non-salary transaction documentation, including copies of purchase orders, invoices and cost transfers.

ii)Identifies discrepancies and works with Sr. Accountant to resolve.

  1. Inputs non-personnel encumbrances into URGEMs.
  2. Organize and maintain on-site and off-site storage of hardcopy documents and files.
  1. Act as Division Ambassador by maintaining an open demeanor and helpful resource to individuals from both within and outside of the Division (10%)
  2. Act as a steward to Division by maintaining the visual aesthetic of the office suite and facilitating the timely repair of equipment, furniture, etc.
  3. Provide cross-coverage for administrative assistant, which requires the management of the Division Chief’s schedule, fellowship program administration and pre-award research support for the Division Administrator.
  4. Act as courier forDivision mail and Finance paperwork, hand deliver urgent items, distribute and receive mail to/from Pediatrics main mailroom, Initiate FedEx mailings, as requested.
  1. Assist in the Coordination of Department and Division program needs and requirements including (10%)
  2. United Way, Flu Program, Malpractice Reduction, Division and Departmental Employee Recognition programs and Monday Shuffle Newsletter, updating Division regarding announcements, deadlines, policy changes.
  3. Act as Chair of Division quarterly team building activities; developing agenda, coordinating and implementing suggestions.
  4. Develop and sustain Division programs to foster community and teamwork among staff and faculty.
  1. Maintain Key & Telephone Database Inventory; assist with Division moves, and onboarding of new faculty and staff. (10%)
  2. MaintainDivision back-up key system.
  3. Update databases for key inventory and telephone contact information for all Staff and Faculty.
  4. Assist with moves within the Division.
  5. Assist with preparation and orientation of new faculty and staff, including computer and phone set up, building access, keys, etc. as well as acting as the new hire’s first point of contact in their first days.
  6. Maintain and update URSPACE/UREQUIPMENT and Space Survey. Includes tracking computer and other equipment for over 60 staff and faculty. Ensure Division equipment replacement procedures are developed, implemented and maintained. Maintain a thorough inventory and investigation of current equipment and monitor disposal and purchase of equipment throughout the year

Requirements: 2 years of post-high school education, secretarial or word processing studies, or the equivalent. At least 3 years of secretarial and office experience, including 1 year in a position which demonstrated the ability to work with minimum supervision. Demonstrated ability to word process documents and enter data into a database. Demonstrated skills related to achievement of customer satisfaction. Ability to act as a resource to less experienced staff. Prefer at least 4 years post-high school education, secretarial sciences or the equivalent.

Strong oral and written communication skills are essential. Full knowledge of Microsoft Office skills including Excel; ability to work with spreadsheets, analyze and interpret essential. Candidate must demonstrate accuracy, grammatically correct documentation in all correspondence. Candidate must be flexible with work schedule. Ability to work in a fast-paced, environment essential. Ability to efficiently and effectively multi-task required.

Must be self-motivated, organized and be a team player. Excellent customer service skills required for advanced secretarial support for faculty and staff. This position assists all functional groups with consistent support in business process efficiencies. Demonstrates efficiency in prioritizing assignments, skill in proactively resolving problems and recommending and implementing continuous quality improvements. Responsible for data entry of all non-salary financial activities. Full knowledge of Microsoft Office products required. Must have reliable/efficient transportation.

Supervisory responsibilities:may supervise students

Reports to: Division Administrative Assistant and Division Sr. Staff Accountant (financial/procurement support)

Equipment: Computer, scanner, printer, telephone, fax, copier

Training / Certification Expectations

CLASP certification, knowledge of URGEMs, and familiarity with URSPACE/UREQUIPMENT database desired.

System Access Requirements (included but not limited to)

  • Division SharePoint Finance & Administration, PAF & Non-salary expenditures
  • Microsoft Office
  • PEDS Personnel
  • SOLO vendor order system
  • Division shared drive
  • URSPACE/Equipment Database

*For more on the ICARE values go to:

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