Senior Community Program Specialist
University of Maryland, Baltimore
- Baltimore, MD
- $66,000-68,000 per year
- Permanent
- Part-time
UMB offers a that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Contingent Category II employees receive a generous leave package that includes 10 vacation days, 9 holidays, 5 sick days, 3 personal days and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; Contingent Category II employees are eligible for tuition remission for the employee only and the tuition remission only applies to courses taken at UMB. Tuition remission for Contingent Category II employees who are part-time will be prorated in accordance with their FTE; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.Primary Duties
- Responsible for all aspects of coordination of community internal and or external programs by monitoring progress and operations program components and ensure the highest quality programming for all participants. Provide solutions to issues and judgment outside of pre-established guidelines or processes.
- In collaboration with programmatic leadership, plan, develop, administer and coordinate new or revised goals and objectives for programs. Lead program development and implementation that require significant assessment, evaluation, and intervention utilizing best practice/promising practice models.
- Maintain and foster relationships with groups, individuals, or families partners to create network of supportive services needed for program users to be successful. Develop and implement recruiting plans for program groups, individual, and/or families. Ensure compliance with work plan and deliverables.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings or conferences; coordinate logistics, scheduling, and participant communications. Work closely with partners to develop and provide appropriate trainings, workshops, field trips, and recognition events for participants. Coordinate logistics, scheduling, communications, and participation.
- Manage program work plans in accordance with specifications and funding limitations in order to shape the program. Oversee daily operations; organize program activities; and set priorities.
- Maintain and facilitate program data in compliance and with programmatic reports required by sponsors. Make recommendations to management in use of funds to ensure compliance and prepare for regular program audits by sponsors. Collect, complete, and submit program information in required formats for various reporting including internal quarterly program updates and sponsors reports.
- Provide routine and non-routine technical advice, problem solving assistance, and answer questions. Interpret program goals and policies, and provide administrative support to the program team.
- Lead the development and preparation of written products such as training materials, website content, final progress reports, pre- and post- award reports regarding funding and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors, and promotional materials.
- Recommend resources for the improvement of the program.
- Assist in evaluating program effectiveness to develop improved methods; devise evaluation methodology and implements; analyze results and recommend and/or take appropriate action. Has the authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement policies or procedures to ensure effective operation of the program.
- Using state of the art technology, use sophisticated searching techniques to conduct in depth research of for program's complex and unique information requests. Develop and maintain internet web site files and/or listings.
- Interact and maintain liaison/partnership with students, faculty, staff and agencies in facilitating program objectives. Serve as a primary contact and thinks critically about all aspects of the program to resolve questions and make decisions related to the program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience: Three (3) years of community program coordination, development, oversight, or administration.
Other: Related experience to program may be substituted for education. Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.Knowledge, Skills, and 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.Hiring Salary: $66,000 - $68,000, commensurate with education.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 . You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu.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. Read the for more information.