Assistant Program Director for Undergraduate Academic Affairs

Categories: Mid Atlantic Region 2

Department:

Computer Science

Institution:

University of Maryland - College Park

Date Posted:

Jan 14 2025 7:23AM

Close Date:

Mar 15 2025 12:00AM
 

Position Description

The Assistant Director for Undergraduate Academic Affairs in the Department of Computer Science (CMSC) is responsible for course scheduling, curriculum support, reporting and analysis of academic data, and the administration of various academic-related programs. This is a leadership position in CMSC and is integral to improving the academic experience for undergraduates and providing support for faculty and staff on course and curricular matters.

Duties

Curriculum planning and course scheduling Data management and analysis Curriculum development Manage co-curricular and intra-program relationships Manage existing relationships with IMD, DCC, ECE, AIM, Robotics, and Math. Program management and support

Application Process

Apply with a current resume, cover letter, and references here: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/details/Assistant-Program-Director-for-Undergraduate-Academic-Affairs_JR100376

Institution Information

The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.

Additional Information

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Contact Information

Natalie Lightfoot-Solomon, [email protected]

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Seven (7) years of professional higher education experience.

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 advising or counseling, teaching, mentoring, identity and strengths-based education. Knowledge of and experience with teaching diversity, equity, and inclusion. Skill in oral and written communication. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree
  • Experience with survey design, statistics (descriptive), research methods, statistical software (SPSS/SAS) and databases
  • Experience with research or assessment in higher education or a comparable environment, or equivalent experience in an academic research environment
  • Background in Computer Science or other STEM disciplines
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