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Program Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
128016Title:
Program CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Program CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
ARCH-Architecture ProgramCampus/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.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position coordinates all program and academic activities in support of the Director, faculty and students in the Architecture (ARCH) Program. The position is responsible for coordinating initiatives for the ARCH Graduate program and the two tracks in the ARCH Undergraduate programs which are the largest in the School. The position coordinates the academic and student activities for the program, communicates with students, maintains student academic information, analyses information and provides timely feedback to the Director in support of academic decisions.
The position works directly with the Program Director, advising on budgeting and spending for Clinical and PTK/Adjunct faculty hires, Graduate Assistantship hires and guest lectures. The position is responsible for faculty contracts, travel, grad assistants hiring and faculty searches.
The position works directly with the program director to manage the ARCH Foundation Budget and advises on allocation of funds for Scholarships, Fellowships, Travel Abroad, Recruitment, Lectures, Professorships, awards, etc. Monitors accounts for compliance with donor intentions and balancing spending budget and priorities.
The position coordinates special events (lectures, conferences, symposia, colloquia, graduation/commencement, meetings), having responsibility for all logistical details associated with those activities.
The Program Coordinator also serves as a liaison between the programs and internal MAPP+D partners, i.e., Student Services, Communications, IT, the Office of the Dean and other School committees; serves as a liaison to external partners – University Administration, the Graduate School, government agencies, non-profit organizations and for-profit businesses.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for student administration, admission and recruitment which includes the management of student records, preparation of materials associated with admissions, graduation, class registration, advising, student databases, academic petitions, new student orientation, student awards, scholarships, fellowships and graduate and teaching assistantships; maintains student academic information; coordinates program events; analyses information for the Director in support of academic decisions.
Initiative, excellent verbal and written communication skills, flexibility, confidentiality and good problem solving skills are required to accomplish a broad range of academic and general responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
2-4 years, of experience, preferably in an academic environment, is desired. Familiarity with UMD administrative systems, policies, and procedures is desired
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credit being equivalent to one year of experience.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
2-4 years, of experience, preferably in an academic environment, is desired. Familiarity with UMD administrative systems, policies, and procedures is desired
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credit being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Successful candidate must demonstrate strong commitment to Diversity.
- Successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, attention to detail and be a creative problem solver.
- Must be able to respond to various requests simultaneously and provide excellent customer service.
- Must have the ability to work independently and exercise good judgment. Computer skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other database applications.
Additional Information:
Salary range: up to $60,000.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Physical Demands:
Normal office environment – sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negotiable amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to travel around campus for meetings and to attend to duties
Normal office environment – sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negotiable amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to travel around campus for meetings and to attend to duties
Posting Date:
03/16/2023Closing Date:
03/31/2023Open Until Filled
NoDiversity 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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