Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The University Senate seeks a Coordinator, someone with a gift for organization and a passion for the University's mission. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who believes in shared governance and who wants to have an impact on the future of the University. Senate Coordinators are key members of the Senate Office team with responsibility for oversight of several University Senate committees, coordinating the Senate elections, its committee volunteer processes, and planning monthly Senate meetings. The Coordinator will advise committee chairs and members on how to address committee charges, revise University policy documents, and develop recommendations in alignment with the committee's purview. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure that the committees understand Senate processes and timelines and follow the provisions of the University's Plan of Organization for Shared Governance, the Senate Bylaws, and Robert's Rules of Order. The Coordinator will also play a role in shaping the Senate’s membership through related administrative and engagement activities. This position does not have direct staff supervision but may have the opportunity to schedule, train, and supervise student interns and/or student workers.
Physical Demands: N/A
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional administrative or coordinator experience.
Other: 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, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service.
Knowledge of proper protocol in dealing with confidential information.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.)
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Additional Job Details
Preferences: NA
Required Application Materials:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References
Best Consideration Date: 09/30/2025
Posting Close Date: 10/07/2025
Open Until Filled: N/A
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
No
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Department
SVPAAP-University Senate - Fitzgerald PM
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$55,000- $70,000
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer 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.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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