Job Description Summary

Extended Studies (EXST) is a self-support unit reporting to the Associate Provost for Academic Planning. EXST provides administrative services for a broad range of self-support initiatives that include program development and delivery, program management, student and program services, financial management, and marketing management. Programs include Summer Session, Winter Session, Pre-College and Undergraduate Programs, and Professional Studies (graduate, post-baccalaureate, and continuing education programs). Developed in partnership with University of Maryland units, these credit and non-credit initiatives target a diverse range of students at the pre-college, undergraduate, graduate, and professional level.

The TYS Coordinator provides day-to-day leadership and operational, logistical, and administrative support for Terp Young Scholars. The coordinator ensures a smooth and safe experience for participants and families from recruitment and application through enrollment, program participation, and completion. Primary responsibilities include application review and onboarding, timely participant and family communications, program and event implementation, staff supervision, student engagement and support, cross-campus coordination, financial administration, and program assessment. The role requires strong ownership of deadlines, proactive planning, consistent follow-through, sound independent judgment, and early identification of and escalation of matters that may affect program quality, participant safety, or the overall student experience.
Because this position works directly with minors, the selected candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and Child Protective Services (CPS) screening.
The Program Coordinator must be available for the entirety of Summer Session I and II.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: One (1) year of experience in education or academic affairs. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of program management and assessment. Knowledge of and experience in developing and implementing instruction for higher education students. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Additional Job Details

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience:

-Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in event planning, academic program administration, student services, enrollment management, or a closely related field.

-Experience with University of Maryland academic and service units is highly desirable.

-Experience working with high school students.

-Supervisory experience, with a particular focus on undergraduate student employees.

-Experience working with TerpEngage (Salesforce).

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

-Sound decision-making, judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

-Proven ability to work proactively and independently, adapt to changing priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks.

-Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

-Demonstrated organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.

-Demonstrated understanding of and experience working with clients in an academic setting, including knowledge of FERPA and other applicable laws.

-Commitment to inclusion and working with diverse populations.

-Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and spreadsheet and database management competencies.

 

Supervision

The Coordinator may supervise a Graduate Assistant(s), Program Assistant, contract staff, volunteers and undergraduate student worker(s).

 

Supervisor

Manager, Undergraduate Programs (102582)

 

Licenses/ Certifications

The incumbent must possess a valid driver's license, as duties may require travel to and from meetings and recruitment events.

 

Physical Demands of Position

-Performs sedentary work. May exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

-Ability and willingness to physically maneuver the campus.

-Ability and willingness to work extended hours (including occasional evenings and weekends) as necessary.

 

Best Consideration Date: October 30, 2026

 

Posting Close Date: October 30, 2026

 

Open Until Filled: No

 

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No

Department

EXST-Extended Studies

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$63,178-$75,000

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer 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.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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