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    Director, Finance - College Park, United States - University of Maryland

    University of Maryland
    University of Maryland College Park, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Position Number:
    129363

    Title:
    Director Administrative Services

    Functional Title:
    Director, Finance & Administration

    Category Status:
    33-Exempt Regular

    Applicant Search Category:
    Staff

    University Authorized FTE:
    1.000

    Unit:
    CMNS-Atmospheric & Oceanic Science

    Campus/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 you from employment.

    Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

    The Director of Administrative Services, (DAS) is responsible for providing leadership, management, and strategic direction to senior management of AOSC, faculty and staff. In particular, the director will oversee the following key areas: Financial Management, Administrative Management, and Human Resources Management. The director will oversee business processes and improvements, including internal policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, operational excellence, efficiency, consistency and compliance across the different programmatic areas. The director will advise the Chair and senior academic and research staff on issues involving business and finance, and will serve as the financial liaison between the unit and other departments on campus, as well as the College of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (CMNS).

    Benefits Summary
    Top Benefits and Perks:

    Exempt Benefits Summary

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Education:
    • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting/finance or related field.
    Experience:
    • Minimum of 10 years of experience holding progressively responsible professional management positions ideally within UMCP or the University of Maryland System with emphasis on the financial and business coordination of an academic/scientific research department.
    • At least 5 years of supervisory experience .
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Superb leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to function in a collaborative manner.
    • Ability to analyze situations, develop and ensure successful and efficient implementation of organization business plans; ability to select, train and motivate staff; ability to effectively interact with campus, system, state and federal officials .
    • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal, state and university regulations regarding sponsored research projects.
    • Extensive working knowledge of contract and grant administration.
    • Attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.
      Ability to work independently and to exercise considerable judgement and discretion.
    • Experienced user of KR, KFS, BA4 and PHR.
    • Superuser of Excel.
    Preferences:

    Preferences:
    • Masters degree in accounting/finance.
    • Experience in management of business and financial operations of a large university research program strongly.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in finance, accounting and personnel management
    • Extensive knowledge of University contracting/purchasing/human resources and financial management systems.
    • Ability to create systems and processes.
    • Ability to analyze situations, develop strategic plans and ensure successful and efficient implementation of such plans
    • Computer proficiency with spreadsheets, databases and word processing applications.
    • Strong analytical skills.
    Additional Certifications:

    Additional Information:

    Salary range $128,000-$160,000.

    Job Risks
    Not Applicable to This Position

    Physical Demands

    Sedentary work.
    Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
    Must be able to work quickly and effectively under stress and pressure.

    Posting Date:
    04/11/2024

    Closing Date:

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Best Consideration Date
    05/01/2024

    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.

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