Higher Education Hiring | Program Coordinator at University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, United States

Program Coordinator

Apply Now

University of Maryland

Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
Application Deadline:

Job Description

Position Number:

104757

Title:

Program Coordinator

Functional Title:

Program Coordinator

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

BMGT-Dean-MBA Programs

Campus/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 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 If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The position is responsible for supporting the recruiting and admissions for MBA/MS programs. The position will assist in planning, recruiting, and yielding, with primary responsibilities in communications management and event management for the masters programs. In addition, this position will support a customer service framework and logistical requirements for all masters programs.

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:

1-3 years professional experience.
Experience in marketing, communications, and/or event management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proven ability to make effective use of time, plan ahead, and coordinate multiple projects.
Highly developed organizational and computer skills, with strict attention to detail.
Proven ability to integrate ideas and concepts.
Friendly, flexible, service-oriented manner, and mature judgment.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with external candidates, faculty, corporate clients, executives and staff.
Proven ability to respond positively to extreme pressures of time and workload.
Proven ability in oral and written communications.
Ability to work in a highly independent manner at times across functions within the school.
Ability to work evenings and weekends for special events.
Ability to travel locally, regionally, domestically.

Preferences:

Experience working with MBA and/or MS Admissions.
Strong customer service skills.
Direct customer service or consultative sales experience.
Experience working in Higher Education, especially a business school environment and graduate education experience.
SalesForce and Calendly experience.

Additional Information:

Salary range is $52,000 – $65,000.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

On occasion, transporting and carrying print materials and supplies to on- or off-site events

Posting Date:

06/03/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

06/14/2024

Diversity 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.

*Please mention you saw this ad on HigherEdHiring.*

Apply Now