MARYLAND TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE INSTITUTE

‍POSITION SUMMARY

The Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute, A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland, seeks to hire a Program Coordinator to provide professional administrative support to the events and partnerships team. This position will operate primarily as the administrative and operational support for xFoundry@UMD. The duties of this position include managing meeting and event schedules; making travel arrangements for staff and visitors; scheduling and taking minutes for meetings; assisting with event logistics for meetings, weekly seminars, public events, and conferences with local and international collaborators and donors; general office management and operations; project management support; handling highly confidential and/or sensitive documents and other administrative tasks.

This position does not provide sponsorship for visas.

The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes 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, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:     

• Bachelor’s degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities with little supervision in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
• Experience in oversight of projects, deadlines and using task management software
• Strong written and verbal skills, including copywriting, editing, and use of proper etiquette for formal communication.
• Previous experience hosting small to midsize in-person events
• Excellent customer service skills, as well as the use of independent judgment, initiative, writing, and editing skills to prepare correspondence and meeting minutes
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications and interested in utilizing new software services
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Google, and Adobe Suite.
• Highly organized and task-oriented with strong attention to detail
• Basic digital office management including, but not limited to, budgeting, expenses, and inventory

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The salary range is $30/hr—$35/hr. This position is for 40 hours/week. It is an exempt, hourly contractual position that includes a State of Maryland health benefit subsidy.

This is a hybrid role, reporting in person to UMD College Park at least 4 days per week.

Occasional weekend and evening hours are required.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

For more information and to apply, visit: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123296