What are the responsibilities and job description for the Center Administrator position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Center Administrator
The Office of the Provost - Undergraduate Studies seeks a Program Assistant to help further our undergraduate mission, primarily in support of the Pre-Health Resource Center (PHRC). The PHRC at the University of Pittsburgh is devoted to pre-health education, establishing a preeminent educational and advising infrastructure to support students interested in health sciences fields. With a focus on the undergraduate student community, the Center builds upon strong interprofessional working relationships within the Schools of the Health Sciences.
In keeping with the University’s Personalized Education Initiative, the Center will ensure robust education, programming, mentoring, and advising for students aspiring to careers in the health professions and provide opportunities for students to:
- Explore careers in health, health care, and biomedical sciences
- Learn how individuals in different professions work together in the context of contemporary health and health care environments; and
- Make informed career choices with an understanding of the evolving health and health care delivery system, roles of individual health care professionals, and the importance of teams and teamwork in the care of patients and assuring the health of communities.
PHRC advisors provide information, support, and guidance as students explore career options; develop competitive portfolios of educational, experiential, and extra-curricular experiences; refine interview skills; and prepare applications to graduate professional educational programs.
Provides daily support in the execution of an assigned program, section, or special interest group and implements procedures, processes, services, and systems to support program workflow. Evaluates and monitors projects, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and advises staff on program policies. Creates program communications, coordinates data and manages program databases, and assists in developing program evaluations.
Provides daily support to the Pre-Health Resource Center (PHRC) team in the execution of assigned programs, implements procedures, processes, services, and systems to support PHRC workflow. Evaluates and monitors projects, coordinates and communicates with internal and external stakeholders (including pre-health students), and advises staff on program and University policies and procedures. Creates program communications, coordinates data and manages program databases, and assists in developing program evaluations.
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
