Assistant Director

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.Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The Assistant Director will serve as key leader in the University Senate Office and as the Chief of Staff for the Senate Director. In this role, serve as a key advisor and subject matter expert on University policy to Committee Chairs, members of the Senate leadership, and members of the campus community and help develop strategies to address complex issues within the University Senate with creative strategies. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for managing and advising several high-level Senate committees, special committees, University councils, the Special Committee on University Finance (SCUF), and joint task forces. They will also be responsible for overseeing Senate legislation annually across all ten Senate standing committees by managing how the Committee Coordinators address those issues within their committees by providing guidance, best practices, and comprehensive strategies.Minimum Requirements:Minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience working in an administrative office.Experience working in higher education with high-level administrators is preferred. 2 or more years of direct supervisory experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent proofreading and editing skills.Must demonstrate a high-level of technological proficiency in general computer applications.Ability to oversee and prioritize various projects with competing deadlines.Ability to develop and edit policy language.Ability to manage and mentor staff and work in a team environment.Ability to work in a confidential environment with a high level of diplomacy with campus constituents and administrators at all levels.Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to think strategically and develop creative solutions to complex situations.Preferences:Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.Job Risks:Job Risks Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands:Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and small carry parcels, packages and other items, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.Posting Date:

08/23/2024Closing Date:

09/20/2024Open Until Filled:

NoBest Consideration Date: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.Required Documents:ResumeCover LetterList of References (no emails sent from system)Optional Documents:Posting Specific Questions

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