Administrative Partner to the COO
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Job Summary
About the University of Michigan Medical School and the Dean's Office
The University of Michigan Medical School (UMMS) is a vital component of Michigan Medicine, one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. UMMS is recognized for excellence in medical education, biomedical research, and patient care. As part of a top-tier public research university, UMMS fosters innovation, collaboration, and discovery that improves health outcomes globally.
The Dean's Office provides strategic leadership, coordination, and support for all facets of the Medical School's mission. Working closely with the Vice Deans, department chairs, and Michigan Medicine leadership, the office drives initiatives that advance academic excellence, world class research, health equity, and organizational effectiveness.
Position Summary:
The University of Michigan Medical School seeks a highly skilled, organized, independent, and proactive Administrative Partner to join the Dean's Office to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Executive Director for Administration and Chief Operating Officer (COO). This pivotal role will serve as the COO's key administrative partner, supporting both strategic scheduling needs and core program operations, in a fast-paced environment.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Provide advanced, diversified, and confidential executive support, requiring broad and comprehensive experience, including coordinating with Michigan Medicine and University of Michigan offices, employees, leadership, faculty, students, and staff.
Manage the COO's calendar, coordinate meetings, and provide critical background information prior to meetings, ensuring the COO has relevant @context.
Prepare, review, and distribute meeting agendas, presentations, and related documentation for executive and leadership meetings.
Serve as program coordinator for Michigan Medicine fellowship and internship programs within the COO's office, including communications, recruitment and event planning, and support for the programs' directors and participants.
Manage travel arrangements and process travel reimbursements.
Independently handle daily administrative operations, correspondence, and inquiries on behalf of the COO.
Anticipate administrative and logistical needs, proactively solve concerns and problems, and offer flexible solutions.
Contribute to special projects, reports, presentations, and process improvements as requested.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible administrative experience, preferably in a complex academic or healthcare setting.
Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize workload, manage multiple complex tasks, and perform well under pressure.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced proficiency with calendar, travel, and document management systems (such as Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, Emburse, Google Workspace).
Proven experience planning and supporting high-level meetings and programs.
High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Adaptable, resourceful, and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Desired Qualifications*
Prior experience supporting executive-level leadership.
Familiarity with University of Michigan policies, systems, and organizational structure.
Event and program management experience.
Work Locations
Ann Arbor Medical Campus, with some hybrid/remote flexibility as determined by operational needs.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
273651
Working Title
Administrative Partner to the COO
Job Title
Admin Specialist Senior Health
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Executive Administration
Posting Begin/End Date
2/03/2026 - 2/17/2026
Career Interest
Administration
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