Administrative Assistant l

UMBC•Baltimore, MD

1d•$24 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Government Relations & Community Affairs (OGRCA) builds and supports positive relationships with relevant appointed and elected government officials and neighborhood stakeholders to advance UMBC’s interests and areas of mutual interest. The Administrative Assistant I increases staff capacity by supporting the office’s logistical and administrative needs and its community engagement mission. The role coordinates office operations and event logistics, supports OGRCA-hosted events and Neighbor Relations Group meetings, recruits volunteers for designated initiatives, assists with middle school visits to campus, maintains contact lists, and helps format and upload Congressionally Directed Spending and similar applications. A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience providing administrative support.
A background check is required.
Applicants must be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing their identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
At least one year of relevant experience successfully interacting with a diverse range of stakeholders through written, virtual, and in-person interactions.

Responsibilities

Provide office and event logistics support to advance OGRCA’s community engagement mission.
Assist with planning OGRCA events, including National Night Out, Gathering on the Green, and the UMBC/Maryland General Assembly Reception.
Serve as office coordinator.
Coordinate logistics for meetings of the Neighbor Relations Group (NRG).
Recruit volunteers for designated office and community initiatives.
Assist with facilitating middle school visits to the UMBC campus.
Manage OGRCA contact lists, ensuring accuracy and providing necessary updates.
Assist with formatting and uploading Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) and similar applications.

Benefits

14 days of annual leave for full-time positions, increasing with years of service.
15 days of sick leave for full-time positions.
15 holidays for full-time positions.
3 personal days for full-time positions.
Winter break and spring break for regular full-time roles.
Tuition remission of up to 8 credit hours per semester.
Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of full-time employment.
Life and disability insurance.
Retirement/pension plan.
Professional development opportunities.
Wellness opportunities.