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The Clark School at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
127746
Title:
Associate Director
Functional Title:
Associate Director for Finance
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.0
Unit:
ENGR-Fischell Department of Bioengineering
Campus/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.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Associate Director for Finance, under the supervision of the Director of Operations, provides high-level financial and management support for the Fischell Department of Bioengineering, including responsibility for the direction and oversight of the daily business operations such as procurement, travel, and receiving. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the department’s pre and post-award sponsored research activities (research expenditures were in excess of $19M in FY21) as well as all state, foundation, and discretionary funding. The Associate Director serves as a resource for all departmental stakeholders in these facets.
The Clark School at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor degree
Experience: Seven (7) to nine (9) years’ experience in administrative, financial, and management work (preferably within an academic research environment) with four (4) years of direct supervisory experience. Work experience must include contract and grant accounting/management, proposal submission, accounting using Priority Software BA. Prior supervisor experience or experience in purchasing and travel administration required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of university and federal accounting, travel, and procurement regulations, payroll and benefits administration, and audit requirements; ability to work in ELF, BA4, PHR and Kuali systems; strong computer skills including use of a variety of campus electronic programs; demonstrated ability to communicate in person, over the phone, and via written correspondence; ability to multitask; proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of software; ability to work with a variety of personalities and maintain confidential information, use good judgment and exercise discretion in sensitive matters; possesses analytical skills; ability to work independently in a busy office with frequent interruptions; ability to handle a large volume of work in a efficient manner. Flexible, service oriented, accepts change, and maintains a broad perspective; ability to work additional hours as needed to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.
Preferences:
M.S. degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Prior work experience in an academic environment ideally acquired at UMCP or the University System of Maryland. Experience in managing state accounting and budgetary matters.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Please submit a cover letter including salary requirements, current resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
- Mostly sedentary work performed in an office environment requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards for extended times.
- Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures, transcribe, and engage extensive reading of materials and computer screens.
- Ability to traverse short/long distances on and off campus to attend meetings and events.
Posting Date:
09/30/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
10/24/2022
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.
