Director of Administrative Services - College Park, United States - University of Maryland

    University of Maryland
    University of Maryland College Park, United States

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    Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the states flagship institution.

    Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nations 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 nations 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.

    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 for Administrative Services ( DAS ) is responsible for the day-to-day management of all aspects of the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice ( CCJS ) in the College of Behavioral and Social Science ( BSOS ).

    This position provides high-level leadership and management of the financial, operational, and administrative activities to advance the departments mission.

    The DAS is the department leader to the administrative staff and an advisor to faculty and the department Chair, as well as, acting as the Departments representative on appropriate committees and work groups both internal and external to the University of Maryland.

    This position directs and oversees all finances (including state, federal, research and foundation) for the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

    Manages and oversees the administrative support functions. Provides confidential consultation to the Department Chair. Leads, supervise, review, and mentor administrative staff and manages human resource staffing needs.


    Sponsored research:

    The Deans Offices research team is responsible for leading proposal development and submission activities for the departments faculty and graduate students.

    The DAS serves as the first reviewer and back-up approver on all proposals before submission, and is responsible for post-award activities including expense monitoring, financial reporting, and spending projections.10 years of experience holding progressively responsible professional management positions.3-5 years of supervisory experience.


    Preferences:

    Preferences :

    Masters degree preferably in business administration, finance or related field.10 years experience in academic setting, particularly knowledgeable of UM business systems ARES , BPM , PHR , CONCUR , Workday, etc.


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    Additional Information:
    Job RisksJob Risks Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical DemandsSpend long hours sitting and using computers.

    Ability to travel between buildings on campusPosting Date:
    Posting Date: 04/25/2024

    Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled YesBest Consideration DateBest Consideration Date 05/10/2024

    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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