Job Description Summary

Organization Statement:

The University of Maryland (College Park) Department of Geographical Sciences is among the world’s leading academic units dedicated towards tackling society’s most pressing concerns. Our internationally renowned experts bring satellite data processing and geospatial technologies to the forefront of scientific discovery. Through our research and teaching, our faculty, staff, and students advance cutting-edge solutions for climate change, biodiversity, wildfire, food security, global health, sustainability, and poverty. Research partners include NASA, The National Science Foundation, NOAA, World Resources Institute, and other sponsors. Geographical Sciences promotes growth in individuals and a healthy work-life balance within a collaborative culture and truly values and is always seeking ways to enhance work-life balance.

The Department of Geographical Sciences based at the University of Maryland College Park is currently seeking to hire a full-time Assistant Director of Administrative Services. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a strategic mindset, and a commitment to enhancing operational processes within the Administrative Services department.
The Department of Geographical Science administrative office is responsible for management of approximately 189 accounts as well as ~250 full and part time staff and faculty. The Administrative staff of the office support a wide range of tasks, including financial/accounting, operational, administrative/personnel, and procurement actions.
The Assistant Director of Administrative Services will be responsible for managing aspects of the business services of the Department. This includes payroll activities, human resources, procurement, reimbursements, travel, and sponsored research administration.

Physical demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. This position is required to have the ability to move freely about the campus to attend meetings multiple times a week. This includes the offsite location for the department.
Applications should include a CV, a cover letter, and provide the names, addresses, and email addresses of three references.
The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


Preferences:
• Master’s Degree.
• Experience with UMD administrative systems, including Workday, Concur, and Priority BA software.
• Sponsored research experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Seven (7) years of professional experience managing business operations. Two (2) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff. Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials

• Applications should include a Resume/CV, a cover letter, and provide the names, addresses, and email addresses of three references.

 

Best Consideration Date: December 5, 2025

 

Open Until Filled: Yes

 

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

Yes

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Department

BSOS-Geography

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$84,000-$104,000

Benefits Summary

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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 infor