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*The University of Maryland School of Dentistry*is seeking a*Program Administrative Specialist*for the*Department of Comprehensive Dentistry*. Under limited supervision plans, this position coordinates, and oversees a variety of professional and administrative activities related to the efficient day-to-day operation of the office. *Benefits (Non-Exempt Regular): * UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. * *Primary Duties:* 1. Performs a full range of clerical to paraprofessional duties related to the day-to-day operations of a program or office or supervises an operational unit. Suggests, recommends, and implements new or revised procedures, practices, or organizational changes. 2. Coordinates schedules, course materials, meetings, and communications for department leadership and faculty. 3. Supports the administration of academic programs such as AEGD (Advanced Education in General Dentistry), including tracking resident evaluations and compliance. 4. Liaises with faculty and students to ensure smooth program operations. 5. Assists with onboarding new faculty, staff, and residents. 6. Gathers data for use in the formulation of the organization`s budgets, grant proposals, and project proposals. 7. Advises the program head and administrative officials regarding policies, trends, and interpretation of data and program needs. 8. Interacts with internal and external customers of the university. Handles sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion. 9. Remains current with and maximizes the use of technology for efficient processing, generation of reports, and the like. *Education:*Bachelor's Degree *Experience:*Four (4) years' experience in administrative staff work. *Other:* *Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:* Working knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information, working knowledge of analytical and statistical principles and techniques. Skill in the use of office automation software and its applications, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, to handle sensitive materials with discretion and tact, to present ideas and information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to perform mathematical computations; to present statistical material in chart and graph form. Ability to independently handle multiple tasks and set priorities. Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for 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. Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union). *Hiring Range: $61,000 - $67,000, commensurate with education and experience* UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Non-Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Dentistry - Health Promotion and Policy* **Title:** *Program Administrative Specialist* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000IJ*