Job Description Summary This position is located in St. Mary's County at the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Research and Operations Center (UROC) office. The Coordinator is responsible for managing the administrative workflow for the UROC and for providing senior-level administrative support, primarily to the Director. The Coordinator will also develop a broad and comprehensive understanding of the UROC's mission and ongoing operations and initiatives in order to oversee all administrative functions and to represent UROC when interacting with the university, industry members, government officials, and the general public. The Coordinator will manage and direct the administrative effort at UROC to include internships, coordinating and closely interacting with UROC leadership and colleagues from UMD College Park, the MATRIX Lab, and University System of Maryland, Southern Maryland campus. This position also serves as the on-site resource for UROC's business and financial processes. This includes the management and payment of purchase orders, as well as UROC’s purchasing card. Additionally, this position will coordinate financial entries required to support Workday monthly reconciliations and projections. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, to accelerating entrepreneurship, and to transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions. Physical Demands: N/A Licenses/Certifications: N/A Minimum
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience
One (1) year of professional secretarial, clerical, coordinator, or administrative 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 of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record-keeping. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Additional Job Details Visa Sponsorship Information: The department will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. Preferences: Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail, dependable, and conscientious. Efficiently manage tasks amidst an active environment. Demonstrated experience of Google Suite, Concur, Priority (BA4), and Workday. Prior experience in higher education, particularly at the University of Maryland. Required Application Materials: Cover letter, Resume, List of references Best Consideration Date: August 31, 2026 Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website. Department ENGR-Aerospace UAS Test Site Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $59,240 - $71,088
Benefits
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