Operations Coordinator - Axle
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
(ID: 2024-7665)
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Axle is seeking a Operations Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) located in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401K match up to 5%
- Educational Benefits for Career Growth
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Overall Position Summary and Objectives
To provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
Deliverables:
- Work products and documents related to coordinating the day-to-day office operation, including problem and conflict resolution, organization and prioritization of tasks, and responding to written communications. - Daily
- Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to gathering and analyzing information about processes and programs; coordinate the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents; develop, maintain and update spreadsheets; design and coordinate systems for communications among staff. - Ad-Hoc
- Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to arranging for staff implementation of commitments made by executive level during meetings; review outgoing correspondence for executive level's approval; ensure that requests for action or information are relayed to the appropriate staff; review and summarize the content of incoming materials, specially gathered information, or meetings to assist executive level staff. - Ad-Hoc
- Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to arranging meetings and conference rooms; maintain office records; maintain calendars; update web sites; coordinate the conversion of paper documents to electronic files; assisting with timekeeping tasks. - Ad-Hoc
Work Details:
- Provide administrative, procedural and informational resource support; work with staff to coordinate program workflow. 1
- Support program staff as requested as it relates to on-boarding, procurement, travel, timekeeping, and property. 2
- Organize, coordinate and administer the administrative components of the assigned servicing area; collaborate with program officials and administrative offices. 3
Provides support for various procurement and administrative tasks.
Coordinate the preparation of a variety of items such as travel requests, professional service orders, requests for sponsored travel (Form 348), outside activities (Form 520), official duty memoranda, leave authorizations, training requests, individual/mass mailings, correspondence, reports and various forms.
Maintain SOPs, guidance documents or instructions associated with the programs and systems used in the organization.
Coordinate meetings, workshops and courses for staff; schedule conference rooms.
Coordinate meeting planning and logistical arrangements, including room and audiovisual reservations, WebEx, and other remote connection arrangements; prepare and transmit agendas and relevant materials; contact and communicate with participants; prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
Establish and maintain a fiscal year calendar; update shared calendars and databases; coordinate filing of office-wide reports and other activities including performance management documents, awards, committee memberships, etc.
Research information requested and provide that information; maintain status of projects; follow up on actions through contact with office staff
Produce a wide range of documents; address a variety of office needs which may include word processing, information management, report preparation, publications, information gathering, communication, etc.
Provide back-up coverage for Administrative staff.
Train new/incoming Administrative staff.
Acts as point of contact with management and administrative, budget and property management staff.
Develop, maintain and utilize various administrative databases.
Coordinate and process equipment and office supply order requests; serve as the point of contact in the administration of all maintenance contracts for office equipment.
Serve as liaison between Director and divisional staff; communicate policies, protocols, regulations, guidelines and general information.
Provides guidance to staff on Federal guidelines and procedures.
Maintain SOPs, guidance documents or instructions associated with the programs and systems used in the organization.
Prepare SOPs and review for accuracy; maintain knowledge of current regulations, policies, and procedures concerning general administration, organization, procurement, travel, personnel, etc.
Work as a liaison with other administrative groups to facilitate meeting organizational goals for a variety of high-level programs.
Provide information to program staff on policies and procedures for government travelers and invited guests.
Review documentation for compliance with policy and procedures; interpret instructions for adherence to format; collect data; provide summaries for analysis and interpretation.
Serve as a resource for staff regarding established policy; keep abreast of new guidance and policies; disseminate information to staff and respond to requests for information regarding status of projects or actions.
Develops, maintains and updates documentation, databases and spreadsheets for personnel, budget and travel actions.
Set up and format spreadsheets to analyze information.
Assemble and summarize data, background information and other materials from source materials or automated systems.
Maintain contacts database; update/maintain calendars and shared calendars for multiple staff members.
Prepares inventory and purchase requests and assists with property management.
Maintain office records including office procurements and reimbursement procedures.
Prepare requisitions for purchase of office supplies and miscellaneous items; maintain office records including office procurements and reimbursement procedures.
Prepare and track requests and justifications for the purchase of materials, supplies and office equipment; follow up on purchase and procurement requests; review receiving documentation and reconcile all receiving problems; maintain records and spreadsheets of all requests.
Coordinates with management on special projects.
Provide direct administrative, procedural and informational resource support; work with staff to coordinate program workflow.
Review and update policy; fix broken links; address system issues; take suggestions from administrative staff regarding the layout of websites and the overall staff satisfaction with its content.
Plan or assist in the planning of special projects involving program issues; work with staff on the management of special crosscutting initiatives and task force groups to accomplish programmatic goals.
Coordinate all administrative aspects of special projects.
Compile data and create and maintain PowerPoint presentations for presentation utilizing computer programs.
Work independently on special projects; research and initiate actions pertaining to operational issues; coordinate proponents to research; resolve action processing issues.
Researchers and proposes new administrative procedures.
Assist with maintenance of SharePoint sites and shared electronic document/data libraries, including development and monitoring of content and ensuring that documents and/or data posted to the sites are accurate and filed appropriately.
Review and update policy; fix broken links; address system issues; take suggestions from administrative staff regarding the layout of websites and the overall staff satisfaction with its content.
Use day-to-day observations and analysis of work processes to evaluate program operations; anticipate potential problems; identify existing problems and inefficiency; develop recommended solutions.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked
Minimum Education
Bachelor
Additional Qualifications:
Field of Study
Business Management and Administration
Software
MS Office
Concur
Skills
Strong Organizational and Management Skills
Executive level support
Meeting coordination
Travel planning
Scheduling
Disclaimer:The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of Axle's employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
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