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*University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Francis King Carey School of Law is seeking a Specialist, Dean’s Office & Academic Administration (Assistant to Executive).*Reporting directly to the Vice Dean, this position provides day-to-day administrative support for the Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, and the Associate Dean for Graduate Legal Studies. *BENEFITS (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 or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and 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* * Provide day-to-day administrative support for the Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, and Associate Dean for Graduate Legal Studies * Assist in the preparation and maintenance of faculty handbooks and materials, including updating policies and procedures. Administratively support the promotions committee and the post-tenure review process * Support the associate deans’ initiatives including scholarly events, faculty workshops, and presentations to various stakeholders. Use discretion to develop logistics, scheduling, and agenda items. Arrange guest / visitor travel and hotel arrangements * Support the Faculty Council, including working with the Vice Dean to prepare the agenda, minutes, and materials for Faculty Council meetings * Track data to improve processes and gather information for academic and scholarly reports, including faculty end-of-year reports, award nominations, and curricular and academic data needed for various reporting to central campus and other entities * Maintain accurate records and files in accordance with records retention policies * Assist the deans with tracking various faculty metrics, such as faculty travel and research assistant hours * Support the academic deans with administrative aspects of curriculum development for the J.D., LLM, and MSL programs * Communicate with faculty, students, and external stakeholders to provide information about policies and resources as needed * Assist the associate deans with administrative processes including procurement card purchases, as well as processing travel arrangements and submitting expense reports and reimbursements * Handle confidential and non-routine information and explain policies when necessary * Serve as back up support to the dean. * Other duties as assigned. *Minimum Qualifications* * *Education:*Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, marketing, accounting, human resources, or other related field. * *Experience:*Three (3) years of administrative experience, preferably in an academic setting. * *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 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted. ** *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* * Knowledge of position requirements. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. * Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. * Proficiency with Microsoft suite of products including Word, Excel, Outlook Teams * Experience working in higher education is preferred. *HIRING RANGE:*$61,680 - $85,000 per year (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 a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [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 the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **Francis King Carey School of Law - Office of the Dean* **Title:** *Specialist, Dean’s Office & Academic Administration* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000O6*