Business Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
129993Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Business CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
PRES-VP for Diversity & InclusionCampus/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, 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 someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers 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.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers 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.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) provides expertise and leadership at the University of Maryland to guide and support the work of equity, diversity, compliance, and inclusion. The following units are within ODI: ADA/504 Compliance, Bias Incident Support Services, Diversity Training and Education, EEO Compliance and Search Equity, LGBTQ+ Equity Center, Nyumburu Cultural Center, Office of Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct, Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE), and TerrapinSTRONG. The Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct (OCRSM) also reports to the Vice President for Diversity & Inclusion.
The business function of the Vice President for Diversity & Inclusion ensures compliance with the university’s policies and protocols across all business areas, including fiscal and human resources management.
The Business Coordinator will manage personnel activities, including but not limited to creating appointments in the designated systems, creating payroll adjustments/transactions for employees. This position will serve as search coordinator and provide search guidance. The Business Coordinator will route the posting to fill vacancies through the designated systems and provides guidance throughout the search and selection process and responds to requests. The Business Coordinator will support all aspects of procurement and travel activities. This position will report to the Director of Administrative Services.
The business function of the Vice President for Diversity & Inclusion ensures compliance with the university’s policies and protocols across all business areas, including fiscal and human resources management.
The Business Coordinator will manage personnel activities, including but not limited to creating appointments in the designated systems, creating payroll adjustments/transactions for employees. This position will serve as search coordinator and provide search guidance. The Business Coordinator will route the posting to fill vacancies through the designated systems and provides guidance throughout the search and selection process and responds to requests. The Business Coordinator will support all aspects of procurement and travel activities. This position will report to the Director of Administrative Services.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Experience:
Three years’ experience providing business, operational or human resources support in an office environment, including two years’ experience in higher education. Demonstrated experience working in business systems and databases (e.g., Workday, Kuali Financial System (KFS), Concur, PHR).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of fiscal and budgetary principles and practices.
- Knowledge of purchasing and travel policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated problem solving, critical analysis, initiative, judgment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Time and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and work with deadlines.
- Intermediate to advance user of Microsoft Office applications, i.e., MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel.
- Intermediate to Advance user of GSuite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, MOUs and provide guidance.
- Ability to work and collaborate with students, staff and faculty from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identity groups.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Passion for supporting marginalized and historically underrepresented student populations and community members.
- University experience is preferred, but not required.
Additional Information:
• Salary will be $58,656 to $65,000.
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Sedentary work performed in an office environment. Regularly required to travel to meetings, events, etc. both on and off campus. Ability to travel both on and off campus, domestic and international. Regularly required to communicate and exchange information and to use technology/devices. Ability to attend events, meetings, trainings after normal business hours. Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.
Posting Date:
10/07/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
11/06/2024Diversity 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.
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