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UMass Chan Medical School

Coordinator, Administrative II

🇺🇸 Worcester, Massachusetts 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $48K - $64K 💻 Other 🗓️ August 25th, 2026

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University of Massachusetts Medical School is hiring a Coordinator, Administrative II. The role involves managing complex departmental administrative functions, including budgeting, policy implementation, travel coordination, and overseeing clerical staff. The coordinator also designs graphics, trains staff on software applications, and acts as a liaison with senior leadership and various organizational groups.

Highlights
  • Coordinate departmental administrative functions such as budgeting, procurement, and policy management.
  • Compile budget information and monitor fund disbursement for compliance.
  • Manage travel arrangements and perform executive/administrative tasks independently.
  • Design and produce graphics using multiple software tools.
  • Train staff on basic and advanced software application use.
  • Oversee, train, and monitor clerical staff activities and workflow.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and departmental records.
  • Require a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience with 1-3 years in administrative coordination.
  • Must have strong word processing, spreadsheet, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Salary ranges from USD $48,000 to $64,000 per year.

Coordinator, Administrative II Full Description

Overview: 
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  
Under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor/Director or designee, the Administrative Coordinator performs complex and varied duties associated with the coordination of departmental administrative functions. 

Responsibilities: 
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Participate in the planning and organization of all office functions; including budgeting, policies, procedures, and procurement
  • Compile budget information, support department accounting, and assist with all fiscal projects
  • Monitor the disbursement of funds to determine appropriateness of expenditures and compliance within budget
  • Coordinate travel
  • Perform complex and varied executive/administrative functions which require a high degree of independent action
  • Design and produce graphics using a variety of software applications
  • Train staff in both basic and enhanced use of software applications
  • Oversee, train, and monitor clerical staff
  • Maintain confidentiality and safeguard department records regarding employee job descriptions, performance appraisals, and other sensitive information
  • Set priorities and procedures for accomplishing tasks, assign and coordinate support staff activities, and manage the work flow of the department
  • Respond to emergencies, independently prioritize activities in the absence of the department heads, and effectively coordinate other resources when necessary
  • Act as a liaison and respond to the requests of constituent groups, senior leadership, and employees within the organization
  • Performs other duties as required.
 
Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 1-3 years of experience in executive/administrative coordination, or related experience
  • Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills
  • Strong grammar, spelling, and oral and written communication skills required
  • Demonstrated the ability to organize and manage a complex office environment with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated initiative and independent judgment in organizing and completing projects.