https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/27194 [still open]
Position Number: 105312
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Coordinator/Physics Education Initiatives, Outreach and Inclusion
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
Unit: CMNS-Physics
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship
institution in the University System of Maryland. 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.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Coordinator of Physics Education Initiatives, Outreach and Inclusion,
The coordinator will assist in developing and managing programs,
implementing education goals, carrying out initiatives to advance
existing programs, and building resources. The primary responsibilities
include 1) coordinating inclusion and retention initiatives at
undergraduate and graduate levels, including but not limited to
recruiting activities, coordinating and developing first-year seminars
and courses, 2) assisting with graduate teaching assistant training,
assignments, evaluation, and student committee activities, and 3)
coordination, implementation, and development of the Physics Department
Outreach programs (both during the academic year and summer) including
organization and communication with the public for outreach shows and
camp programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the physical sciences, or the
equivalent combination of education and experience and A minimum of
three years of experience in higher education or in an academic
environment.
Preferences:
Master’s preferred.
Superior organization, communication and presentation skills are
critical. Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a creative
problem solver; must also project strong customer service values, a
positive attitude, and strong work ethic and be able to work
independently as well as in a team environment. Ability to interpret and
apply policies, practices, and procedures; to organize data and present
clear, concise reports; to handle sensitive and confidential matters
with discretion and tact. Must be able to work occasional weekends.
Additional Information:
Posting Number: E0004569
Posting Date: 04/29/2014
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 05/13/2014
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a
policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, and will not discriminate
against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color,
sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protected veteran
status, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic
information, political affiliation, and gender identity or expression.
Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
are encouraged to apply.
