Job Description Summary
The Coordinator of Operations is responsible for providing high-level support to the Chair and Director of Operations of the Fischell Department of Bioengineering. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to facilitating special projects on behalf of the Chair, managing the department's APT process, organizing departmental meetings, events, and committees, serving as the point of contact for internal and external constituents, and managing departmental financial and human resources operations in coordination with the Director of Operations. This position may be required to work some evenings and weekends as needed to manage events.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Physical Demands: Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment requiring the ability to operate office equipment and keyboards. Close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading. Exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.
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
Preferences:
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail, dependable, and conscientious.
- Efficiently manage tasks amidst an active environment.
- Demonstrated experience of Google Suite, Concur, Priority (BA4), and Workday.
- Demonstrated experience using APA system and knowledge of faculty affairs procedures.
- Prior experience in higher education, particularly at the University of Maryland.
Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References
Best Consideration Date: 8/10/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required
Yes
Department
ENGR-Fischell Department of Bioengineering
Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular
Salary Range
$60,000 - $70,000
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 regarding disclosable background 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.
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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