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 If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

The NextGen Program Coordinator is responsible for orchestration of NextGen Program activities and monitoring the program’s contractual performance in support of the Program Governance and Administration lead. The incumbent must review and interpret complex requirements, conduct related research, spot anomalies, prioritize actions within realm of responsibility, synthesize disparate information sources to extract relevance and alert decision makers to significance and/or needed action. The role is responsible for coordination of NextGen Program activities and monitoring the program’s contractual performance in support of the NextGen Program Governance Manager. This role reports directly to the NextGen Program Governance Manager who is accountable for contractual oversight of the Concessionaire and the NextGen Program.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Experience:

Three (3) years of progressively responsible related experience including strong data entry, calendar management, document, and financial administration skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

The incumbent must possess a driver’s license, as the role involves traveling to meetings and project sites both on and off campus. If operating a state vehicle, the incumbent must possess a valid MD Class C driver’s license or an equivalent with fewer than six (6) points.

For full and best consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references by November 1, 2024. 

The hiring range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Maryland in its mission of achieving excellence as the State’s primary center of research and graduate education and the institution of choice for undergraduate students of exceptional ability and promise. We are responsible for the physical campus – its academic, research and administrative spaces, the building infrastructure, and the surrounding landscape. Our workforce of about 800 employees brings a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents, and skills to the management of this complex environment. We serve the campus community twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year.

The incumbent primarily works in an office environment and requires the ability to use a personal computer, phone, and other devices. This position is telework-eligible.

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.