Exciting and challenging opportunity for a seasoned professional to
provide high-level program management and executive operational
support to the Office of the Chair, with primary responsibility for
coordinating faculty appointment, promotion, and tenure (APT)
actions and other faculty administrative processes. The Program
Manager works closely with the Program Director to implement
departmental priorities, manage executive operations, and ensure
the timely and accurate completion of sensitive, complex, and
high-visibility activities.
The position serves as a key administrative liaison among the Chair, Program Director, Department Administrator, faculty, School of Medicine offices, and internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing faculty actions and associated documentation; coordinating the Chair's travel, purchasing, scheduling, and routine correspondence; preparing and drafting executive-level correspondence, promotion and appointment letters, and other official materials; and supporting departmental meetings, events, projects, and administrative initiatives.
The individual selected will be expected to work in a fast-paced, highly productive academic research environment. They must be a self-starter, resourceful and able to anticipate “next steps”. The position exercises independent judgment in managing assigned processes, interpreting and applying established policies and procedures, handling confidential faculty and personnel information, identifying deadlines and required actions, and resolving routine operational issues. Matters requiring policy interpretation, strategic decision-making, or senior-level intervention are escalated to the Program Director or Chair as appropriate. The highest level of confidentiality and professionalism is expected.
Note: This position is eligible for up to two days/week for telework.
Benefits: Contingent Category II
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Faculty Actions and Academic Administration (50%)
The position serves as a key administrative liaison among the Chair, Program Director, Department Administrator, faculty, School of Medicine offices, and internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing faculty actions and associated documentation; coordinating the Chair's travel, purchasing, scheduling, and routine correspondence; preparing and drafting executive-level correspondence, promotion and appointment letters, and other official materials; and supporting departmental meetings, events, projects, and administrative initiatives.
The individual selected will be expected to work in a fast-paced, highly productive academic research environment. They must be a self-starter, resourceful and able to anticipate “next steps”. The position exercises independent judgment in managing assigned processes, interpreting and applying established policies and procedures, handling confidential faculty and personnel information, identifying deadlines and required actions, and resolving routine operational issues. Matters requiring policy interpretation, strategic decision-making, or senior-level intervention are escalated to the Program Director or Chair as appropriate. The highest level of confidentiality and professionalism is expected.
Note: This position is eligible for up to two days/week for telework.
Benefits: Contingent Category II
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Faculty Actions and Academic Administration (50%)
- Manage the administrative lifecycle of faculty appointment, promotion, tenure, and related academic actions for the department in coordination with the Program Director, faculty leadership, and School of Medicine Office of Academic Administration.
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