Administrative Associate - O'Daniel Unit - University of Texas Medical Branch : Job Details

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinates and directly supports the administrative and business management activities of a department or large division.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget.
• Maintains the current status for the budget and grants including income and expenditures.
• Provides staff assistance in the development and interpretation of policies and procedures relative to the department.
• Organizes and directs the secretarial and clerical operations of the department by establishing, reviewing, and revising internal procedures and work flow.
• Acts as a department liaison with other departments and agencies regarding inventory control, building services, equipment and maintenance repair, purchasing, safety, and other administrative matters.
• Coordinates personnel matters with Human Resources and ensures compliance of the department with current Human Resources policies, procedures, and practices.
• Compiles and prepares financial, statistical, and annual reports.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

EQUIPMENT:

Standard office equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment is located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.