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University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science · 1 month ago

Program Manager, Career and Professional Development Support

University of Maryland College Park

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$73K/yr - $88K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is seeking a Program Manager for Graduate Student Career and Professional Development. This role is crucial for fostering student success by managing career services, enhancing career readiness, and overseeing innovative programming for graduate students.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and administrative oversight of the Graduate School’s Office of Career and Professional Development

Direct and manage career-related services for graduate programs across all 12 colleges at the University

Leverage existing faculty, staff, and program support for doctoral and postdoctoral career development to enhance their career readiness and employability

Oversee the development of career and professional development programming in the graduate living and learning initiatives of Discovery House

Supervise one direct report (the program coordinator for Career and Professional Development)

May require travel and occasional evening or weekend work

Qualification

Career services experienceEducational programmingSupervisory experienceMicrosoft Office 365Google WorkspaceCoachingWritten communicationOral communicationPresentation skillsMentoringProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Three (3) years or more years of professional experience

One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead role

Knowledge of principles and techniques of written and oral communication, including methods for adapting communication style to different audiences

Knowledge of documentation standards, procedures, and best practices for ensuring consistent and accurate team deliverables

Knowledge of office productivity software such as Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace

Skill in leading presentations and conducting training sessions for large groups

Skill in collaborating effectively with Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors to identify and resolve problems, implement improvements, and address ongoing issues

Skill in coaching and mentoring team members to enhance performance, provide constructive feedback, and support professional development

Ability to define deadlines, manage workloads, and maintain quality standards for deliverables

Ability to comprehend and navigate complex interpersonal situations, applying empathy and discretion when addressing conflicts or sensitive matters

Ability to implement and uphold documentation standards and procedures across all team functions

Preferred

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in any field with two (2) years of experience in career services or related fields, including direct experience with educational programming, student guidance, faculty and staff collaboration, and administrative responsibilities

Experience with graduate student clients in a university career center

Experience working with international students around career development

Knowledge of career exploration in academia, government, industry, and nonprofits