We are looking to hire a confident Program Management Specialist to join our high-achieving team at University of Maryland in College Park, MD.
Growing your career as a Full Time Program Management Specialist is an incredible opportunity to develop key skills.
If you are strong in leadership, project management and have the right determination for the job, then apply for the position of Program Management Specialist at University of Maryland today!
Skip to Main Content Program Management Specialist Bookmark this Posting Posting Details Posting Details Position Number:
128582 Title:
Program Management Specialist Functional Title:
Program Management Specialist Category Status:
22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2 Applicant Search Category:
Staff University Authorized FTE:
100 Unit:
SPHL-Dean-Horowitz Center for Health Literacy Hiring Range Minimum:
41944 Hiring Range Maximum:
50332.8 Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. 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. Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment. Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Specialist will support multiple Center teams and will work internally at UMD with faculty, staff, and students within the Center, SPH , and UMD colleges and schools, and externally with a wide range of organizations, including local and state agencies, community organizations and coalitions, educational institutions, libraries and information providers, and groups working on health literacy and health information. Activities include meeting and conference planning and execution, activity tracking, website content management, support for grant and contract proposals, and listserv and newsletter management. The position will be funded by a 2 year project Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors degree.
Experience:
Two years experience in administrative staff work.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Elementary knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information; of basic methods and techniques used in organizing and conducting studies and analyses or programs, procedures, and organizations; of basic analytical and statistical principles and techniques. Skill in the use of office automation software and its application; in operating manual and automated office equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; 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. Preferences:
Preferences:
Highly organized and detail-oriented. Excellent time management and adherence to deadlines. Comfortable switching between teams and tasks. Excellent communication skills orally and in writing. Solid technology skills Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of various teams. Prior public health or community engagement experience. 2+ years of work experience in a professional setting. Ability to work in both Google and Microsoft application environments. Ability to write in plain language or willing to learn. Additional Certifications: Additional Information:
Salary range is from $41,944 to $50,332. Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position Physical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods, operate office equipment, possess the visual acuity to read from a computer screen or printed report; carry up to 10 pounds and lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects occasionally. Ability to review, prepare, analyze data and figures, transcribe, and engage in extensive reading of materials and computer screens. Transverse on and off campus for events and meetings. Posting Date:
07/13/2023 Closing Date:
07/27/2023 Open Until Filled
No 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 Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this position? UMD Job Site Personal Referral Washington Post Baltimore Sun Local Publication Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Education INDEED HERC Hispanic Outlook Diverse Jobs HigherEdJobs Professional Journal Listserv Other SimplyHired CareerBliss Job Fairs Monster.Com Craigslist UMD Job Fair CareerBuilder To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .
Any data not saved will be lost.
Click 'OK' to keep your session active. In your application, please refer to myScience.org and reference JobID 2653660 .
Benefits of working as a Program Management Specialist in College Park, MD:
? Company offers great benefits
? Company offers career progression opportunities
? Advantageous package
