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Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Number: 127147
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Coordinator
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 100.0
Unit: BMGT-Dean-MBA Programs
Campus/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.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Managing the day to day operations of the admissions office, the program management specialist will ensure that all current and prospective students receive excellent consultative service, advise prospective students on program fit and recommend next steps, and consult with appropriate recruitment funnel to advance the prospective students’ candidacy.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors degree.

Experience: 
  • 2 years experience in administrative staff work.
  • 2 or more years of experience in a non-profit or for-profit setting, preferably in an admissions environment.
  • 2 or more years of database management experience. 


Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Thurought knowledge and usage of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point; Application and CRM databases. 
  • Ability to handle sensitive materials and information with professional discretion and tact. 
  • Ability to work in a highly independent manner across functions within the school. 
  • Proven ability to make effective use of time, set priorities, plan ahead, and manage multiple projects. 
  • Ability to pay strict attention to details. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written, with applicants, faculty, corporate clients, executives and staff. 
  • Proven ability to respond positively to pressures of time and workload. 
  • Friendly, flexible, and positive service-oriented demeanor.
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Additional Information:
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Ability to lift ten lbs
Posting Date: 08/18/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 09/08/2023
Diversity 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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References (no emails sent from system)
Optional Documents

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