Coordinator of Operations

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

2d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Operations is responsible for providing high-level support to the Chair and Director of Operations of the Fischell Department of Bioengineering. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to facilitating special projects on behalf of the Chair, managing the department's APT process, organizing departmental meetings, events, and committees, serving as the point of contact for internal and external constituents, and managing departmental financial and human resources operations in coordination with the Director of Operations. This position may be required to work some evenings and weekends as needed to manage events. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
One (1) year of professional secretarial, clerical, coordinator, or administrative experience
Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education
Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record-keeping
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail, dependable, and conscientious
Efficiently manage tasks amidst an active environment
Demonstrated experience of Google Suite, Concur, Priority (BA4), and Workday
Demonstrated experience using APA system and knowledge of faculty affairs procedures
Prior experience in higher education, particularly at the University of Maryland

Responsibilities

Facilitating special projects on behalf of the Chair
Managing the department's APT process
Organizing departmental meetings, events, and committees
Serving as the point of contact for internal and external constituents
Managing departmental financial and human resources operations in coordination with the Director of Operations