Position Number: 118359FunctionalCategory Status: 33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category: StaffUniversity Authorized FTE: 1.000Unit: BSOS-EconomicsCampus/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, DC, 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 ChecksOffers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. A prior criminal conviction or convictions will not automatically disqualify a finalist from employment in the position.Vaccine ProtocolThe University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University's vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The Academic and Administrative Coordinator is responsible for providing executive level support to the Chair's Office through the management and oversight of all administrative responsibilities relating to the daily operations of the main administrative office, external relations, event management and faculty affairs for The Department of Economics. Duties and responsibilities include:Oversight, Scheduling and Coordination of operations for the main administrative office which includes the supervision, mentoring and performance review of one staff member.This position serves as the administrative and functional point person as well as the primary liaison to internal and external constituents on behalf of the Chair of the Department of Economics.Manages and coordinates on and off-site Departmental meetings, conferences, events, and projects and all associated travel. Oversees and supervises the coordination of the seminar series.Coordinates and manages all aspects of tenure track faculty administration for the Department.Manages Departmental external relations and plans outreach and development strategy in conjunction with BSOS Development Office. Manages the Chair's involvement in donor relations, development and strategic outreach. Manages relations with a significant range of individuals and external and internal organizations and associations.This position includes event planning. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required as well as occasional overnight travel.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree is required and 3-5 Years of administrative support experience in an office setting. Experience with maintaining content on a professional website and proficient with computer applications.Preferences:Experience working at the University of Maryland or in an academic setting preferred.Supervisory experience preferred.Ideal candidate will have excellent writing and English language communication skills. Will be professional, tactful, reliable, dependable, detail oriented, have strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills, be able to learn quickly, provide excellent customer service, have excellent attendance and be punctual, be energetic and enthusiastic, work independently and cooperatively, and be accurate and flexible.Additional Certifications:Additional Information:For best consideration, please apply online by October 18, 2021. Please include a cover letter, resume and three professional references with complete contact information (including email addresses).Anticipated hiring range in the mid 50's to mid 60's depending on experience.Job Risks Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical DemandsSpend long hours sitting and using computers. Light lifting of materials and supplies. Some walking to take documents to departments on campus.Posting Date: 10/04/2021Closing Date:Open Until Filled YesBest Consideration Date 10/18/2021Diversity 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.