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University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science · 4 months ago

Director Administrative Services

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is seeking a Director of Administrative Services for the Institute of Physical Science and Technology. The Director will manage administrative operations, human resources, budget planning, and compliance, while supporting the Institute's research and educational mission.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Institute of Physical Science and Technology (IPST)
Provide leadership in administrative operations, human resources, budget planning, and compliance
Oversee annual funding of approximately $3.7M in state funds, $166K in DRIF, and $3.4M in self-support operations
Serve as liaison to the College and campus administrative offices including Human Resources, Procurement, Sponsored Programs Accounting and Compliance (SPAC), and Payroll services
Support initiatives that advance IPST’s mission, including the development of new PhD programs, faculty-sponsored domestic and international research activities, facility and IT infrastructure upgrades, and planning for new buildings and equipment acquisitions
Lead short-term and long-term financial initiatives, ensuring that fiscal plans and projections are viable within available funding and advising on cost-saving measures when appropriate
Provide policy interpretation and guidance to ensure alignment with University standards and best practices
Represent IPST in campus policy and administrative discussions
Deliver financial and policy updates to the IPST Faculty Assembly on a semiannual basis
Serve on behalf of the Institute Director when needed
Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to the College and University, including annual reports of Institute activities, sponsored activity proposals, external review materials, and compliance reports

Qualification

Budget planningHuman resources managementPolicy interpretationCompliance reportingLeadership

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
resume/CV
List of three professional references

Company

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

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UMCES are Maryland's premier research institution aimed at advancing scientific knowledge of the environment.

H1B Sponsorship

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