Program Coordinator

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: 26 Feb 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 128990
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Program Coordinator
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: SVPAAP-Sr VP Academic Affairs & Provost
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The ADVANCE Program for Inclusive Excellence seeks a Program Coordinator. Reporting to the ADVANCE Director, the Program Coordinator is responsible for managing faculty development programs, education and training initiatives, and other administrative tasks and projects within the ADVANCE office.
About the ADVANCE Program:
The ADVANCE Programs supports the recruitment, retention, advancement, and professional growth of a diverse faculty. Located within the Office of Faculty Affairs, the current goals of the ADVANCE program are to:
  • Enhance transparency to ensure that faculty members have access to information
  • Strengthen faculty networks so that faculty members have access to the information, mentorship, collaboration, and support needed to advance their careers.
  • Support the uptake of policies, practices, and resources that enhance inclusivity and equity within units, colleges, and the University.
  • Build the capacity of faculty members to advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within their local and cross-campus context(s).
  • Understand and contribute to research and best practice on faculty diversity, equity, and inclusion policy, practice, and resources.
  • Improve the academic work environment to ensure that UMD is a place where all faculty members can thrive.


The responsibilities of this position include:
  • Program Management: Support the administration and implementation of programs, including managing campus-wide faculty inclusive hiring workshops and other education and training initiatives; Plan, coordinate, and staff day-to-day meetings, workshops, and training sessions and create an environment conducive to effective program delivery.
  • Grant Management/Develop: Support grant proposal development and grant reporting.
  • Office Administration: Oversees the office budget; Manages expenditures and purchases, processes internal and external purchases as directed, reconciles invoices and collects/files receipts and back up material; Completes data entry, filing, and other clerical duties.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: 
Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience:
At least 4 years of experience in administrative and managerial work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated commitment to, and experience with, diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education, the public sector, or within the community.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • A master’s degree in education or a related field
  • Experience/interest in working with faculty members
  • Experience with grant/contract management
  • Experience in managing online education/training programs
  • Experience managing events, including online (e.g., Zoom), blended, and in-person events.
  • Experience with working in both Mac and Windows environments, with proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Google Apps for Education as a minimum.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Experience managing event budgets.
  • Sound decision-making, judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
  • Salary Range: $60,400 – $75,500 commensurate with experience.
  • In your cover letter, please detail your experience, knowledge, and/or commitment to advancing inclusivity and change in higher education
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Normal office work environment.
Posting Date: 01/26/2024
Closing Date: 02/26/2024
Open Until Filled No
Best Consideration Date
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Similar Positions