Description

Department Coordinator - School of Physical Therapy, BSHS, and MSHS programs

JOB SUMMARY

Spalding University invites applications for the position of Administrative Coordinator forthe Kosair Charities School of Physical Therapy and the Health Science Programs (BSHS and MSHS programs). This position providesadministrative support to the academic leaders and to the faculty in the School of Physical Therapy and the Health Sciences Programs in the School of Health and Natural Sciences. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to function as an effective team member, establish goals, develop plans, make decisions and follow through with directions to meet established outcomes. They will also function as a collaborative team member by working effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and by actively supporting the overall goals of the School of Physical Therapy and the Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree programs in Health Sciences.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative support for internal responsibilities including contracts, expense reports, course schedules, meeting minutes, searches for new hires, event planning & organizing.
• Provide support to associated faculty which includes submitting contracts, tracking book orders, and general orientation of the departments’ and Spalding’s policies and procedures.
• Provide support for all aspects of recruitment and admission of students into the School of Physical Therapy and the BSHS and MSHS programs.
• Coordinate departmental website updates.
• Assist with the management of the clinical education portion of the entry-level DPT Program curriculum.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Recommended minimum of one to two year’s administrative responsibilities in professional settings. Preferably, the experience is in an executive or administrative assistant role. Clerical and specialized work experience in professional settings (including education, business, healthcare, non-profits, etc.) are a plus.
• Experience as administrative assistant to manager/executive in business, healthcare, and/or higher education preferred.
• College degree preferred; two years of college or equivalent post high school office/business courses considered
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Appreciation and respect for diverse populations.

INTERRELATIONS

• Daily contact with administration, faculty, staff outside the School of Physical Therapy and students and the BSHS and MSHS programs in the School of Health and Natural Science.
• Regular contact with prospective DPT, BSHS, and MSHS students and the general public.
• Regular interaction with diverse populations.

CONTACTS

All applications are made through Paycom Applicant Tracking System.

ABOUT SPALDING UNIVERSITY:

Spalding University offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, Spalding matching contribution up to 5% to your 403b/Roth retirement plan, generous Paid Time Off program, Parental Leave, 21 holidays including 2 weeks off at the end of the year, paid life insurance and short-term disability, paid time for volunteering, free gym membership, and more.

Situated in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, Spalding University combines a rich social justice history and a commitment to community service as we attract students who desire a high-quality education in a very personalized setting. An engaged faculty serves nearly 2300 students at the bachelors’, masters and doctoral levels, providing real-world learning in liberal and professional studies.

Faculty, staff and students are united by the institutional mission: Spalding University is a diverse community of learners dedicated to meeting the needs of the times in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth through quality undergraduate and graduate liberal and professional studies, grounded in spiritual values, with an emphasis on service and the promotion of peace and justice.

With a focus on service and leadership, Spalding offers all students a mission-driven connection to community and comprehensive learning resources while striking a distinctive balance serving the educational needs of both the traditional student and the working student. In addition, our unique6-week class delivery format affords students scheduling flexibility amidst other life responsibilities.

Spalding aspires to become the first choice for students of compassion and service, with a commitment to cultural diversity, equity and inclusion, celebrated for a rigorous yet nurturing environment, emulated for interdisciplinary, collaborations, and acclaimed for contributions to the community.

Spalding University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University complies with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It is the University’s policy not to discriminate against any individual or group of individuals and to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status or other protected status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.