Program Coordinator and Executive Assistant for the Anwar Sadat Chair for Peace and Development
Job Description
Position Number:
113801Title:
Program CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Program Coordinator and Executive Assistant for the Anwar Sadat Chair for Peace and DevelopmentCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
BSOS-Government & PoliticsCampus/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 If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
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 Program Coordinator for the Anwar Sadat Chair for Peace and Development is responsible for the administration of the Sadat Chair.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the program’s finances as well as managing the calendar of the Anwar Sadat Professor for Peace and Development.
- Supervising 2-3 student office assistants each semester.
- Planning and coordinating the logistics for events held by the Sadat Chair including Sadat Forums, the Sadat Art for Peace Competition, and the Sadat Book Chats.
- Coordinating the University of Maryland’s Critical Issues Poll with Nielsen Scarborough (UMCIP).
Other duties associated with this position include handling all program foreign and domestic travel arrangements and maintaining the program’s website and social media accounts.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
BA degree.
Experience:
2 years experience working in an office environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
BA degree.
Experience:
2 years experience working in an office environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational, planning, interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
- The successful candidate will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with students, faculty and staff.
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- MA degree and experience working in a higher education setting preferred.
- Preference given to candidates with demonstrated proficiency in Kuali Financial and Priority Software.
- Demonstrated knowledge of SPSS strongly preferred.
Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA no later than the hire start date. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
This position does not provide sponsorship for visas.
Salary range $60,120-$75,150.
This position does not provide sponsorship for visas.
Salary range $60,120-$75,150.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Sedentary work.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Posting Date:
10/21/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/31/2024Diversity 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.
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