Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the A. The James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support and coordinate administrative functions for a senior faculty member, including scheduling, support services, data collection and management, and assisting with faculty support processes. This position will manage travel arrangements, calendar scheduling, purchasing, and activities associated with the faculty. He/she will serve as the assistant for academic processes related to student workers, sponsored project office, international students and scholars office, as well as research sponsors for various programmatic coordination needs, and other duties as required.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the
catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to
create innovations that will address the 21st-century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerate entrepreneurship, and to transform research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Physical Demands:
Mostly sedentary work is performed in an office environment, requiring the ability to
operate standard office equipment and keyboards for extended periods. Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures, transcribe, and engage in extensive reading of materials and computer screens. Ability to traverse short/long distances on and off campus to attend meetings and
events.
Preferences:N/A
Knowledge of UMCP personnel policies and procedures.
Experience in a higher education setting.
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional secretarial, clerical, coordinator, or administrative 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 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, and Reference List
Best Consideration Date: 08/11/2025
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: YES
Visa Requirements: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
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Department
ENGR-Electrical & Computer Engineering
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$60,000-$75,000
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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