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Business Coordinator

Job Description

Position Number:

123299

Title:

Coordinator

Functional Title:

Business Coordinator

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.00

Unit:

ENGR-Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

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.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (ChBE), Materials Science & Engineering (MSE), and Fire Protection Engineering; is seeking a Business Coordinator that will be supporting the departmental(s) administrative office and procurements for ChBE.
The position will be responsible for but not limited to coordinating the day-to-day procurements, shadow system inputs, accounts payable and monthly account reconciliations for ChBE.

The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience plus two years of related experience.

Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience with a bachelor’s degree.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience with an associate’s degree.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience without a degree.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Must be able to manage high volume workload with many interruptions and professional demeanor, very service oriented.
  • Resourceful, creative, and able to cultivate relationships that support and enhance the business operation.
  • Mathematical abilities necessary.
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, strong overall computer & communication skills as well as, customer service skills/customer service focus.
  • Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task within deadlines in a challenging, fast-paced environment and strong computer skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Able to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and engage in multiple tasks under time constraints.

Preferences:

Preferences:
  • Knowledge of University systems is preferred but not required.
  • Working knowledge of query language /database structures and data base tables
  • Knowledge of Priority Software. Detailed knowledge required of how to encumber payroll into the system plus knowledge in how to create reports for Director.
  • Knowledge of University environment, business policies and procedures is highly recommended.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

Sedentary work. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to perform activitiessuch as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to traverse short distances on campus to attend meetings and/or pick up materials.

Posting Date:

01/13/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

02/06/2023

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.

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