The Business Coordinator is a central position in the English Department and oversees the business services for the department's 200+ employees. The Business Coordinator's primary responsibilities include coordinating payroll and appointments; overseeing purchasing, travel planning and reimbursements/event payment; the creation, maintenance and reconciliation of accounts; and the supervision of a Business Services Specialist and occasional graduate and undergraduate students. In support of these activities, the Business Coordinator must understand and interpret University policies and procedures in the areas of finance, human resources, payroll, purchasing and sponsored programs.Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional human resources, payroll, finance, accounting, procurement, or travel coordination 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, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
Preferences: Three (3) years of professional human resources, payroll, finance, accounting, procurement or travel coordination experience. Grant management experience. Knowledge of University of Maryland software systems (e.g. Workday, CONCUR). Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of 3 Professional References
Best Consideration Date: 10/15/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job RisksNot Applicable to This PositionFinancial Disclosure RequiredNo
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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 anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment EligibilityThe 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. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent additional qualifying work experience substituted year for year for up to four years
- One year of professional experience in human resources, payroll, finance, accounting, procurement, or travel coordination
- Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures, laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances
- Oral and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency
- Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
- Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws
- Three years of professional experience in human resources, payroll, finance, accounting, procurement, or travel coordination
- Grant management experience
- Knowledge of University of Maryland software systems, such as Workday and Concur
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references
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