Job Description

Dept Administrator C2 Requisition ID req36297
Working Title Dept Administrator C2
Position Grade 15
Position Summary

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of New Mexico, School of Medicine, is seeking a professional individual with strategic vision, excellent organizational ability, and strong interpersonal/communication skills to partner with the Department Chair in the operations and strategic planning of the department. This position is responsible for the oversight of all administrative functions, including clinical practice management, revenue generation, graduate medical education programs, hiring and recruitment, and human resources.

Key components to this position are:

Strategic Leadership - Partner with the Chair and Division Chiefs in the development of priorities, goals, and change initiatives; successfully implement short and long-term strategic plans for the Department; represent the department with skill and professionalism in discussions and negotiations with partners and key stakeholders, including the medical group, hospital, and SOM/HSC; develop rational, data-based and realistic financial models of proposed initiatives to ensure sustainable investment of resources.

Operational Leadership - Oversees clinical, business and academic operations including implementation efforts; works collaboratively with faculty and administrative leadership to achieve operational results including adherence to policies and procedures, productivity and quality goals; provide oversight and monitor key performance indicators, scorecards, and financial reports at a departmental and individual level to ensure that the Department remains on course to meet or exceed operational goals; work with managerial staff to insure adequate feedback and data is available to the Chair and divisional leadership before any potential corrective actions is undertaken; develop and oversee the internal/external communications for the department utilizing intranet, internet web services, social media, newsletters and other forms of communications; monitor staff recruitment, physician recruitment, retention efforts, compensation and equity and performance management.

Educational Leadership – Provides administrative oversight and strategic support for the Department’s educational mission, including residency and fellowship programs. Partners with the Chair, Program Director, and Graduate Medical Education leadership to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

Cultural Leadership - Implements policies, practices and standards that model and reinforce the UNM/SOM missions, vision and values; ability to remain optimistic and to lead with the spirit of continuous pursuit of excellence in a climate of continual change; monitor faculty and staff engagement and make recommendations to improve work culture as necessary.

As a leader in Orthopaedics in this region we depend on the contributions of a large support staff, whose expertise and dedication serve to facilitate the department’s administrative, clinical, education and research missions. In the partnership with University Hospital, UNM Medical Group, Sandoval Regional Medical Center, NM Veterans Medical Center and the community, our programs and services offer state-of–the-art surgical care.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 4 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans
• Demonstrated experience in senior level financial management including overseeing the flow of cash and financial reporting; collecting, interpreting, and reviewing financial information; predicting future financial trends in the industry; and producing financial reports related to budgets and projections.
• Demonstrated experience in all phases of personnel management, including hiring, performance reviews, performance management, team leadership and training.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and/or overseeing graduate medical education (GME) programs, including residency and fellowship programs within a clinical department.
• Demonstrated ability to research, collect, analyze and compile data and develop management reports, to include trend analysis and business planning.

Additional Requirements
Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department School of Medicine Administration (043C)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $5,844.80 - $8,366.80
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 4/22/2026
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach an updated resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please be sure to address how your skills fit with our preferred qualifications for this position. A completed application is required for consideration.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

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