Business Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
123299Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Business CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
ENGR-Chemical & Biomolecular EngineeringCampus/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 Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (ChBE), Materials Science & Engineering (MSE), and Fire Protection Engineering is seeking a Business Coordinator that will be supporting the departmental(s) administrative office and procurements for ChBE. The position will be responsible for but not limited to coordinating the day-to-day procurements, shadow system inputs, accounts payable and monthly account reconciliations for ChBE.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience plus two years of related experience.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience with a bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with an associate’s degree.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience without a degree.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Ability to manage high volume workload with many interruptions and professional demeanor, very service oriented.
- Resourceful, creative, and able to cultivate relationships that support and enhance the business operation.
- Mathematical abilities necessary.
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, strong overall computer & communication skills as well as, customer service skills/customer service focus.
- Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task within deadlines in a challenging, fast-paced environment and strong computer skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Able to manage multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and engage in multiple tasks under time constraints.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Knowledge of University systems.
- Working knowledge of query language /database structures and data base tables
- Knowledge of Priority Software. Detailed knowledge required of how to encumber payroll into the system plus knowledge in how to create reports for Director.
- Knowledge of University environment, business policies and procedures is highly recommended.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Sedentary work. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to perform activitiessuch as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to traverse short distances on campus to attend meetings and/or pick up materials.
Posting Date:
07/02/2024Closing Date:
08/02/2024Open Until Filled
NoDiversity 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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