What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Program Coordinator position at University of Maryland Baltimore County?
Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering
The Department of Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering (CBEE) is part of The College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) at UMBC. We currently offer a variety of degrees and certificates for undergraduate and graduate students, including a B.S. in chemical engineering with three tracks; traditional, biochemical and environmental. We also offer an M.S. and Ph.D. in environmental engineering, as well as an applied certificate program in biochemical regulatory engineering.
This position supports all aspects of the CBEE Graduate Program operations including serving as an intermediary for the CBEE Graduate Program Director as well as interacting with administration, faculty, staff, current students, prospective students and alumni. This position will work closely with the Graduate Program Director and Department Chair to improve efficiencies in administrative processes and to develop and implement a strong recruitment plan to increase enrollment and retention in all Graduate Programs.
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $58,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
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A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
Graduate Program Administration
Meet regularly with the CBEE Graduate Program Director (GPD) and the Associate Director
Support GPD in the preparation for the Graduate Program Committee meetings
Provide academic advising and support to current students in preparation for meetings with GPD
Graduate Student Recruitment and Application Processing
- Coordinate recruitment and admission activities for all CBEE Graduate Programs
Student Advising, Community and Retention Events
Plan and coordinate social and professional events for graduate students
Request and respond to feedback from students
Academic advising for graduate students regarding academic core and/or departmental requirements, appropriate class selection, academic policies and procedures, and campus resource
Department Administration and Technical Support
Maintain department’s electronic communications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Three years of experience in administrative staff work
- Excellent customer service, organization and verbal/written skills
- Ability to interact with students, faculty and staff at all levels, representing the department in a professional manner
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Master's preferably in education
- Five or more years of experience in education administration
- Functional knowledge in HTML, Wordpress, PeopleSoft, and Adobe Software
A background check will be required.
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UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Salary: $58,000 - $65,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Salary : $58,000 - $65,000
