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Program Manager
Job Description
Position Number:
124900Title:
Program ManagerFunctional Title:
Program ManagerCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
UGST-HCOL-University Honors 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.
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:
University Honors is a two-year living-learning program in the Honors College at the University of Maryland.
The Program Manager provides direction for finance, personnel, facilities, and operations in University Honors. Primary responsibilities include the program’s financial transactions and budget processes; management of personnel actions, hiring, contracts, and onboarding; oversight of the operations of the central office and facilities in the University Honors Commons; and administrative support for staff and faculty.
The Program Manager provides direction for finance, personnel, facilities, and operations in University Honors. Primary responsibilities include the program’s financial transactions and budget processes; management of personnel actions, hiring, contracts, and onboarding; oversight of the operations of the central office and facilities in the University Honors Commons; and administrative support for staff and faculty.
The Program Manager reports to the Director of University Honors and supervises one Graduate Assistant and a group of Undergraduate Assistants.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience:
Three years of full-time experience (or equivalent) in one or more of the following areas in an academic setting: personnel management; budget and finance; program operations and planning; office management and administrative support.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience:
Three years of full-time experience (or equivalent) in one or more of the following areas in an academic setting: personnel management; budget and finance; program operations and planning; office management and administrative support.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Professional level verbal and written communication skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and organization.
- Commitment to inclusive practices in one’s work.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, resourcefully, creatively, and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing obligations.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Strong familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, Google Workspace, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Familiarity with systems in use at UMD or other USM institutions (e.g., Workday, Concur, BPM, PHR, KFS, eTerp, SIS).
- Graduate degree(s) from an accredited institution.
- Experience working with college/university faculty and administrators.
- Five or more years of full-time administrative experience in an academic setting.
- Experience in setting up and maintaining office and classroom technology.
- Experience in training, supervising, and supporting students and/or staff.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of the values, complexity, and diversity of a public higher education institution.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Most work takes place in a traditional office environment and requires the ability to operate standard equipment and keyboards. The position requires occasional travel to participate in meetings and events on campus and off. May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull work-related materials and objects. Some weekend and evening work is required.
Posting Date:
05/30/2023Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
06/19/2023Diversity 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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