Advancement Coordinator - College Park, United States - University of Maryland
Description
Posting Details:
- Posting Details
Position Number:
Title:
- Coordinator
Functional Title: - Advancement Coordinator
Category Status: - 33Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: - Staff
University Authorized FTE: - 1.00
Unit: - VPUR-Development
Campus/College Information: - Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250acre 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 nonprofit 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
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This role requires a high-level of interpersonal skills and understanding of strategic initiatives to work effectively across a wide range of constituencies.
The Coordinator will prioritize and troubleshoot scheduling for the Chief Development Officer and Senior Directors, manage preparation and logistics for meetings with external stakeholders, and facilitate the involvement of faculty, staff, and students in donor cultivation activities.
The Coordinator is responsible for managing and monitoring the EAO budget, facilitating contracts, making travel and meeting arrangements, ensuring prompt vendor payments, and ensuring compliance with university policies.
Attendance at events during and after regular office hours and weekends will be necessary.
Limited travel, primarily in the Baltimore-Washington region, is required.
This position is integral to the success of the Engineering Advancement Office, contributing to its strategic goals and maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:
Exempt Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree and at least three years of experience in advancement operations, executive or office management, higher education, or similar OR Associate's Degree AND five (5) years of experience in advancement operations, executive or office management, higher education, or similar.
- Two years of experience in invoice/expense processing and budget reconciliation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to manage and organize multiple tasks effectively in a dynamic, fastpaced environment.
- Resourceful with attention to detail and followthrough.
- Strong analytical skills capable of collecting, organizing, and synthesizing data to facilitate decisionmaking.
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to act professionally when working across many levels of constituencies.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with donor database tools, such as Advance, BlackBaud, or others.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Experience with the University System of Maryland or institutions with similar procurement and financial policies.
- Experience in fundraising/development environments or higher education.
- Experience managing highlevel meetings or events.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
- The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including
generous paid time off;
Tuition Remission;
Health,
Dental,
Vision and
Prescription coverage;
Retirement benefits;
Family Care; and
more.
Salary Range:
low to mid $60,000s
-
Job Risks
- Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands - Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Available to work evenings and weekends as necessary. Some travel, usually in the immediate College Park area, may be necessary.
Posting Date:
- 04/10/2024
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 fe
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