Penn State Health - Penn State Health Corporation

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 5:00p
Recruiter Contact: Garrett C. Kieffer at gkieffer@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to support all functions related to the operation of the Boards of Directors for PSH, MSHMC, PSH St. Joseph's, and various other PSH subsidiary organizations. This role is a direct report to the Penn State Health General Counsel/Corporate and Board Secretary and is responsible for managing and overseeing all activities of the Office of Corporate Secretary while also providing direct support to the members of the various Boards of Directors.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

• This role requires an overall knowledge of Penn State Health, affiliates, and joint ventures; appropriate contacts, policies and procedures, general activities and operations throughout the organization, and also, most significantly, this individual must always have a strong awareness of any occurrences that affect the members of the Boards of Directors and Penn State Health leadership. 
• Proficient use of computer with all applicable software applications, and some knowledge of relevant technology. 
• Organizational skills, details, and knowledge are the keys to success in this position. 
• Expands knowledge of best practices and incorporates into all work assignments and procedures. 
• Ability to work independently on highly complex or strategic assignments. 
• Ability to recruit, direct, supervise, and evaluate office staff, if needed. 
• Ability to be self-directed requiring minimal supervision and follow up to obtain results is critical. Must be able to work with all levels of leadership in order to obtain necessary results and achieve organizational goals doing so with a high degree of tact and diplomacy. 
• This position is dependent upon accountability and self-management. 
• The individual in this role must have the ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks using their own discretion. 
• Superior organizational skills is critical to be successful in this position. Must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with leadership, staff and Board Members at all levels throughout the organization in order to achieve established organizational goals and strategic imperatives. 
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing as well as verbally to assorted internal and external constituencies. Tact, diplomacy, empathy and above all, confidentiality are key ingredients. 
• Must demonstrate and adhere to the organization's core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence and provide leadership by example. 
• Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on highly complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences as necessary. 
• Must be a proven problem solver who looks for innovative methods to improve daily operational tasks. Identifies and implements innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues which may involve unusual circumstances and incomplete or conflicting data. 
• Proven work experience in time management, supervision of subordinates, superior organizational skills, team building, information tracking and follow through skills. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Bachelor's Degree or paralegal experience, with proven work experience in time management, supervision of subordinates, superior organizational skills, team building, information tracking and follow-through skills required.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

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About Penn State Health

At Penn State Hershey, our mission is to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through improved health, the education of health professionals, and the discovery of knowledge. For us, service excellence is not only for our patients but also our employees. It means valuing each and every employee.

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