ASSOCIATE DEAN OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Company: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

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Closing Date:
10/01/2024
Type of Position:
Administration - Academic Deans
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
  
  The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
  
  Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
  
  All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
  
  At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
  
  For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
  
  Department:
  COM - College of Medicine
  
  Department's Website:
  
  Summary of Job Duties:
  The Associate Dean (AD) provides assistance to the Dean of the College of Medicine (COM) in the areas of finance and administration, to include financial management, budget development, academic and clinical operations and strategy. The AD serves as the COO/CFO and Chief of Staff to the Dean of COM, reporting to the Dean of COM with a dotted line reporting relationship to the UAMS CFO. The AD manages the strategic planning process, facilitates initiatives designed to improve organizational performance, and leads change management efforts. The AD monitors organizational performance and develops recommendations to optimize organizational structure and operational effectiveness. The AD is also responsible for leading the COM Budget Process (allocation of -$550 million), managing the finances of the COM and ensuring that COM budget variances are managed appropriately and consistent with campus policy.
  Qualifications:
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  • Masters or professional degree plus ten (10) years of management, finance, planning and operations experience in the healthcare field, preferably in an academic medical environment.
    Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
    • Knowledge of complex management practices.
      
    • Knowledge of strategic planning methodologies.
      
    • Knowledge of principles related to financial management and budget development.
      
    • Expert level knowledge of educational, clinical and research operations within the academic medical environment.
      
    • Ability to remain highly motivated and results-oriented to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Dean of the COM and leadership team.
      
    • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
      
    • Ability to work independently, be flexible, perform in stressful situations and to produce under pressure.
      
    • Ability to lead complex change initiatives.
      
    • Ability to develop and make comprehensive strategic recommendations.
      
    • Ability to supervise the work of others.
      
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
      Additional Information:
      
      Responsibilities:
      • Serves as interface with Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) to ensure compliance with contracts, negotiates new agreements, and operationalizes financial and administrative changes. Manages revenue and expense associated with this $115 million collaboration. Serves as a voting member of the Child Health Executive Committee and Affiliation Oversight Committee.
        
      • Serves as a member of the UAMS Capital Budget Committee, UAMS Space Committee, and other committees, as appropriate.
        
      • Prepares cost analyses and financial models for realignments, new projects, proposals and priority setting to ensure alignment with strategic plan goals and objectives.
        
      • Manages the faculty recruitment and compensation processes. Represents UAMS and COM on internal and external leadership committees.
        
      • Trains and supervises professional and support staff.
        
      • Develops policies and procedures to advance the mission of the COM within the context of the UAMS governance structure and operational infrastructure.
        
      • Continually analyzes the operating structure of the College of Medicine and develops recommendations to re-align and optimize organizational structure to ensure optimal performance.
        
      • Collaborates with human resources on staff hiring, discipline, compensation and work force planning for approximately 3,500 employees.
        
      • Leads the College of Medicine's strategy development and implementation process, including drafting strategic plans, researching and recommending strategic initiatives and monitoring performance across the College of Medicine.
        
      • Participate in and/or lead key constituent meetings to ensure appropriate and responsive follow-up and accountability and facilitate resolution of operational and financial issues.
        
      • Analyze data and prepare reports depicting progress and trends to be used in making recommendations and decisions.
        
      • Directs COM faculty recruitment, business planning and faculty compensation planning.
        
      • Directs COM budget policies and processes to ensure financial objectives are met, including the financial viability of the COM.
        
      • Oversees preparation of budget reconciliation and variance reports. Monitors departmental financial performance and productivity. Partners with COM and departmental leadership to develop financial performance improvement plans.
        
      • Prepares financial and statistical reports for internal and external audiences. Responsible for the accuracy of COM's financial reports.
        
      • Performs costs analysis studies and develops financial models for proposed projects and personnel requirements to determine financial/processing feasibility, benefits and sustainability.
        
      • Collaborates with revenue cycle to monitor coding, productivity and reimbursement functions for pediatrics business. Works with departmental administrators and chairs to resolve operational or performance barriers that impact productivity.
        
      • Negotiates, implements and monitors contracts with third parties, in collaboration with UAMS legal counsel.
        
      • Directs COM finance, administrative and operations staff. Supervises and coordinates the work of designated employees.
        
      • Directs special projects for the Dean, College of Medicine, including internal communications and collaborations with government relations, public relations/marketing, development and special events.
        
      • Models the Core Values of UAMS - Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence in compliance with company guidelines.
        
      • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
        
      • Position may have teaching responsibilities.
        
        
        Salary Information:
        see above
        
        Required Documents to Apply:
        Resume
        
        Optional Documents:
        
        Special Instructions to Applicants:
        
        Recruitment Contact Information:
        
        Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
        
        All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
        
        Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
        
        Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
        Criminal Background Check
        
        This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
        
        Constant Physical Activity:
        Hearing
        Frequent Physical Activity:
        Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking
        Occasional Physical Activity:
        Standing
        Benefits Eligible:
        Yes

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