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Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

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Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Office of Faculty Affairs seeks a graduate assistant who would work on various projects and administrative tasks assigned by office personnel, reporting to the Manager. Responsibilities will include:
- composing, drafting, proofing, and editing written materials;
- database maintenance and updating;
- conducting research on best practices;
- gathering data for special projects;
- compiling and distributing office communications and correspondence;
- organizing meetings;
- facilitating online meetings and events; and
- assisting with other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in a Graduate Program at the University of Maryland.

An exceptional candidate will be a detail-oriented, proactive self-starter, have good organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and the capacity to work collaboratively as well as independently. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and database experience is required.

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Previous administrative experience and proficiency with project management or planning are preferred. Individuals from the iSchool and the College of Education, particularly in doctoral programs, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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This is a 12-month position, reporting to the Manager of the Office of Faculty Affairs, available as soon as possible.

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Open Until Filled

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Traditional office environment

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