PROGRAM COORDINATOR

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), the Artificial Organs Lab in the Department of Cardiac Surgery is recruiting a CONTRACTUAL Program Coordinator to join their dynamic laboratory team.

Our Cardiac Surgical faculty are engaged in nearly thirty translational and clinical research awards to investigate the causes of heart disease and find new ways to treat it.

The selected candidate will support the department's mission and vision.

BENEFITS (Contractual / C2 Employee) :

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work / life balance, and professional development.

• Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, personal leave, sick time, and time for community service;
• subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs;

limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.

UMB is a Maryland state university. Applicants are expected to reside in or be able to relocate to the State of Maryland.

Consideration may also be given to residents of the District of Columbia, Delaware, Virginia, or West Virginia. This residency requirement also applies to those performing telework.

PRIMARY DUTIES :

• Coordinate activities and functions of a designated program (project #) to ensure that goals and objectives for specified program is accomplished in accordance with established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities of the program with inter-related activities of other programs, departments, or staff to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures and specifications.
• Manage data collection, keep records of program activities : progress, status, and outcomes, and prepare reports for management.
• Recruit program participants, members and volunteers utilizing most appropriate promotional or marketing methods, such as individual letters, brochures, or presentations.
• Assists in the preparation of proposals for funding and / or funding continuation from outside sponsors.
• Interact and maintain liaison with students, faculty, staff and outside / community agencies in facilitating program objectives.

Build and maintain strong relationships with community members and partners in order to grow the programming.

• Schedule, market, and promote events of the program by independently developing promotional marketing materials and event plans.
• May coordinate, monitor or supervise the activities of work study students, volunteers, and contractual employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : Bachelor's degree.

Experience : One (1) year of administrative or program coordination experience.

Supervisory Experience : N / A

Certification / Licensure : N / A

Other : Related experience to program may be substituted for education. Ability to prepare financial statements and budgets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES :

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology / systems.

Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.

Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Salary Range : $53,000 - $62,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

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 [email protected].

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 [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.

Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more information, follow this link UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination.