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Director, Nyumburu Cultural Center
University of Maryland College Park · Director · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$143k-$171kDetected 2 hours ago
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About the role
- In the various events and activities it sponsors, the Center also acknowledges, recognizes and solicits contributions of other heritages.
- This position is supervised by the assistant vice president for belonging.
- Physical Demands: Sedentary work performed in an office environment.
Responsibilities
- Ability to transport and/or deliver items and supplies.
- The Nyumburu Cultural Center has served the UMD community since 1971 and continues to build on its foundations.
- The director seeks collaborative partnerships with campus partners internal and external to Belonging & Community.
- The director ensures effective signature programming occurs and that programming efforts have a direct connection to the academic support, retention, and graduation of students at the University of Maryland (UMD).
- Operationally, the position manages the Center's fiscal resources including state funds, grants, foundation accounts, and scholarships.
Requirements
- Five (5) years of experience supervising and managing professional staff.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Nice to have
- Doctoral degree preferred
- Additional Background Check:
- Child Protective Services (CPS) background clearance form must be completed for staff members working in a facility where a youth/summer camp is hosted.
- FAMILY LAW Code Ann. § 5-560 requires a fingerprint background check (i.e., Child Protective Services (CPS) background clearance form) for this position.
- Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment.
- Prior to any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the university regarding the background check.
- Required Application Materials:
- Cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) references
Skills
- Knowledge of program development, implementation, assessment, evaluation, and data-informed improvement strategies.
- Knowledge of higher education research, assessment standards, policies, laws, budgeting, and resource management practices.
- Knowledge of branding, marketing, and communication principles.
- Skill in assessing programs and services and using data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Skill in public speaking, written and verbal communication, and preparing reports and presentations.
- Skill in project management, prioritization, and managing multiple deadlines.
- Skill in using technology applications, including GSuite, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to navigate complex institutional structures and advance initiatives that promote organizational change.
- Ability to interpret policies and regulations and provide recommendations to stakeholders.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive matters.
Compensation
- $142,661 to $171,000
Equal opportunity
- EEO Statement
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- 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.
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