Program Management Specialist, Engagement, Programs & Services
Job Description
Position Number:
129843Title:
Program Management SpecialistFunctional Title:
Program Management Specialist, Engagement, Programs & ServicesCategory Status:
20-Nonexempt,RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
VPSA-RL-DirectorHiring Range Minimum:
$48,138.00Hiring Range Maximum:
$57,766.00Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. 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 someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Department Information
The Department of Resident Life serves a highly diverse population of approximately 12,500 undergraduate students living in traditional residence halls, apartments, and suites including some public/private partnership apartment communities. About 46% of all resident students are enrolled in twelve living-learning programs covering a wide array of academic areas. Resident Life employs a diverse workforce of 95 full-time and graduate staff members and about 600 undergraduate student staff members. The Department values respectful, equitable, and inclusive practices and actively seeks candidates who can represent and serve the diversity of persons who live and work in the University of Maryland’s residence halls. The University of Maryland campus is located in the greater Washington, DC metro area just eight miles from downtown DC and 30 miles from Baltimore, MD. Additional information about the Department of Resident Life is available at www.reslife.umd.edu.
General Description of Duties
The Program Management Specialist supports the office management and administrative work of the Department of Resident Life Director’s suite and business support units. This position has primary responsibilities for reception and office management for two nearby areas including front desk reception and coverage, organizing the physical spaces, purchasing supplies, and maintaining budgets. The employee will supervise a small staff of undergraduate Office Assistant who assist with office coverage. The Program Management Specialist will also provide administrative support for the Resident Life Director’s suite and business support units. This will include such activities as distribution of paychecks, assisting with student payroll enrollment appointments, office key management, assistance with candidate travel arrangements, maintaining copier count tracking and scheduling appointments.
This position is not eligible for regular telework.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree
EXPERIENCE: Four years experience in administrative staff work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information, working knowledge of analytical and statistical principles and techniques. Skill in the use of office automation software and its applications, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, to handle sensitive materials with discretion and tact, to present ideas and information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to perform mathematical computations; to present statistical material in chart and graph form. Ability to independently handle multiple tasks and set priorities.
OTHER:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for 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 credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Experience in payroll, accounting, finance, or business administration within a higher education environment. Experience with PHR, BPM, KFS, Workday, and/or Concur.
- Knowledge of State and University policies, procedures and guidelines related to payroll, budget management, purchasing and procurement, and travel management.
- Customer service orientation and ability to interact with students, staff, and the public in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Ability to operate in a dynamic work environment that requires a high level of confidentiality. Computer proficiency required, including competency in Google Suite, Excel, Word and other commonly used office software.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Successful candidates must actively demonstrate an appreciation for and promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
- Benefits include tuition remission, participation in the State of Maryland pension retirement program, and health insurance. Staff are provided a generous leave package.
- Beginning salary is expected to be $48,138.00
- This position is not eligible for regular telework.
- Hiring Range: $48,138.00 – 57,766.00
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Conditions of Employment
The position is not eligible for regular telework
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.
Posting Date:
10/09/2024Closing Date:
10/23/2024Open 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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