Unit Administrator 1 - req# 14613

The Memory and Aging Center is a research and clinical center under the Office of Research. This position will oversee and administer programs, strategies, and initiatives designed to develop, enhance, and support the various day-to-day operations of the Center for Memory and Aging. This position will be responsible for fiscal, budgetary, and contract/grant management; develop and administer operating procedures and processes; oversee human resource management for the organization; and be responsible for general department administration. This position will be a term appointment, which is funded through the Office of Research.

We are seeking a dynamic, proactive individual who will help to shape and grow the Center for Memory and Aging while simultaneously ensuring the current work is done on time, accurately and with excellence. This person must be able to work independently, be able to multi-task, and be responsible for serving as the primary liaison with faculty, staff, clinic and patients. The selected candidate will be responsible for budget projections and strategic planning for the long-term stability of the Memory and Aging Center.

TERM APPOINTMENT; FUNDING AVAILABLE THROUGH 06/30/2021; CONTINUANCE BEYOND THAT DATE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL FUNDING

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High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience managing at least one of the following functional areas: fiscal services, administration and/or human resources AND 1 year of additional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree or higher is preferred, but not required. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have accounting degree or minimum 5 years accounting experience. Experience and knowledge in the following areas is also preferred:

Accounting experience/background required

Business management expertise

Managing budgets and financial reports for grants/contracts/clinical trials

Skilled in using Banner, LoboMart, MyReports, ChromeRiver

Completing purchases and reimbursements, book travel

Preparing UNM pre-award application submissions, Create/update IBW budget and Click ERA/NIH ASSIST records for grant submissions

Working with UNM Medical Group & UNMH for facilitating faculty clinical responsibilities, compensation and contracts.

Knowledge of university accounting procedures involving procurement, travel, and employment.

Knowledge of human resources concepts, practices, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrated excellence in organizational and communication skills.

Process grant renewals, continuations and extensions.

Working with UNM Foundation and donors

Budget projections and strategic planning

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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