Program Coordinator | School of Medicine - Pediatrics

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Description

The Program Coordinator duties are organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: establishing long-term operational objectives, researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input into the development of strategic plans.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops work plans to accomplish program goals and objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Conducts research and gathers information to develop various publications.
• Develops promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters, grants or other written information related to the program.
• Assists in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• Monitors expenditures and may participate in the budget planning process and prepare financial reports.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• Conducts training, represents the program at meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups. May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Provides direction, leadership, and day to day management of educational and departmental activities to include professional support of multiple fellowship programs.
• Educational coordination between attending physicians, fellows, and institutional and regulatory administrative offices.
• The coordinator must demonstrate professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and problem solving skills in applying a detailed knowledge of the responsibilities.
• Functions, underlying management structure of the department, and of the larger institution in organizing and independently prioritizing work.
• Establishing procedures and systems, and ensuring orderly and timely work flow. Additionally, as working within healthcare facilities is required, the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for this position.
• New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.
• If selected for this position, you will be asked to supply immunization records as proof of vaccination.
• Any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program.
• Two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful candidates will possess strong organizational skills, excellent written, and verbal communication skills, including spelling and grammar.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, without direct supervision, and navigate a complex work environment.
• Self-motivated with experience working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to all stakeholders.
• Ability to make independent decisions based on knowledge of program and requirements.
• Possess the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple deadlines with flexibility to accommodate changing needs and priorities.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office applications required as well as ability to learn and use program specific software and applications.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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