Job Description Summary
The Program Coordinator provides administrative management of the daily functions for the College of Arts & Humanities Living Learning Programs (LLPs) in the areas of programmatic support, finance, procurement, travel, and event coordination. Duties include but are not limited to: management of administrative and programmatic activities; budgeting and account reconciliations; processing day-to-day financial transactions; procurement requests to include the departmental purchasing card; coordinating all faculty, staff, and guest travel; and coordination of administrative and event logistics. Coordinates and organizes non-academic aspects of the LLP programs, provides support for new initiatives, and is responsible for tracking student progress. As the Coordinator will be responsible for working with the ARHU LLP Directors on behalf of the Associate Dean, the incumbent will need to be able to manage a multi-layered workflow, take the initiative to resolve issues, and provide creative solutions to support the work of the LLPs. The coordinator will have to possess the agency to successfully navigate the complexities of working with the ARHU Dean's Office, Office of Undergraduate Studies, Honors College, and College Park Scholars.
Physical Demands: Typical office environment. May occasionally need to carry light boxes and arrange furniture for events with assistance. May need to do errands around campus. May infrequently be required to attend evening or weekend events.
Preferences:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Working experience in higher education, specifically at UMD, is strongly preferred.
Prior experience working with the State of Maryland / knowledge of State policies.
Working knowledge of university software tools and/or systems such as PCMS, Shell Shop, KR,
Workday, Zoom, Student award system, SIS, and others.
Knowledge of UMD’s procurement policies and procedures. Experience working in higher education.
Experience in planning events.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional program, outreach, or event coordination 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 of outreach and marketing strategies.
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.
Additional Job Details
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, List of References
Best Consideration Date: October 24, 2025
Open Until Filled: Y
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
No
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Department
ARHU-College of Arts & Humanities
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$73,000-$78,000
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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