Job Description
The University of Maryland School of Dentistry is seeking a Program Administrative Specialist to join the Office of the Dean. This position will perform day-to-day administrative functions for the UMSOD Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure operations and function as the principal staff member to the Chief of Staff.

This position is eligible to work a partial telework schedule in accordance with the UMB policy on telework.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB employees are strongly encouraged to follow all CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses. Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website.

Primary Duties:

Performs a full range of clerical to paraprofessional duties related to the day-to-day operations of a program or office or supervises an operational unit. Suggests, recommends, and implements new or revised procedures, practices, or changes to the organization. Follows established guidelines to collect, compile, and organize data for various ongoing studies or plans. May prepare statistical tables and charts. Prepares draft reports, recommendations, and other information resources for use by the organizational unit or its management. Assists in preparation of final reports. Advises the program head and administrative officials regarding policies, trends, and interpretation of data and program needs. Interacts with internal and external customers of the university. Handles sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion. Remains current with and maximizes the use of technology for efficient processing, generation of reports, and the like. Provides administrative support for responsibilities of the Institutional Accountability and Effectiveness Committee and the Operational Review and Assessment Subcommittee. Provides administrative support in the ongoing execution of the recruiting plan of SOD faculty. Provides administrative support in managing all immigration matters for SOD faculty. Provides administrative support for Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure Committee.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff work.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Working knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information, working knowledge of analytical and statistical principles and techniques. Skill in the use of office automation software and its applications, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, to handle sensitive materials with discretion and tact, to present ideas and information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to perform mathematical computations; to present statistical material in chart and graph form. Ability to independently handle multiple tasks and set priorities.

Other: 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.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Salary Range: $53,000 - $58,000

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.  

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Job: Reg or CII Non-Exempt Staff
Shift: Day Job
Organization: School of Dentistry - Office of the Dean
Job Posting: Feb 10, 2023
Unposting Date: Feb 17, 2023, 11:59:00 PM