Program Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
125892Title:
Program CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Program CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
ENGR-Electrical & Computer EngineeringCampus/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:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park is seeking an Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator supports the activities of the new BS Embedded Systems and the Internet of Things offered at the Universities at Shady Grove. Regular duties of the position include recruitment and outreach to prospective students, counseling current students on various issues related to academic and student services, and managing multiple special events throughout the year such as open houses, orientation, and professional development workshops. The Program Coordinator works closely with multiple university constituents including students, faculty, and staff.
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.
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.
** Note: this position will be primarily located at the Universities at Shady Grove campus; there may be some occasional travel required to the College Park campus.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree
Experience
- A minimum of two years of full-time related higher education experience.
- A Master’s degree in Higher Education or Student Affairs may substitute for experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, with high attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently, and with a team, on complex projects and demonstrate competency, diplomacy, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
- Ability to work and problem solve in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, prioritizing tasks, thinking proactively, and using good judgment and experience to make decisions and maintain deadlines.
- Ability to interact effectively and build strong working relationships with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and complex environment.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Possess enthusiasm and a positive approach to work, diplomatic in working with people with competing priorities.
- Proficient in working with Microsoft Office tools.
Preferences:
- A Master’s degree in Higher Education or Student Affairs.
- Experience in undergraduate academic advising, higher education student personnel administration, and/or counseling in higher education.
- Prior experience with peer mentoring programs and advising STEM college students.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Mostly sedentary work performed in an office environment requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards for extended times.
- Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures, transcribe, and engage extensive reading of materials and computer screens.
- Ability to travel around campus and between the Shady Grove and College Park campuses for meetings and to attend to duties.
- Occasional night and weekend work.
Posting Date:
12/22/2021Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
01/07/2022Diversity 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.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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