Salisbury University, a member of the University System of Maryland, is a regionally accredited four-year comprehensive institution offering 62 distinct graduate and undergraduate programs. Located on the historic Eastern Shore, SU's beautiful campus is some 30 miles from the Atlantic beaches and 2.5 hours from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Salisbury University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Academic Program Specialist supporting the Sociology and Political Science departments.

Primary Job Duties: Provides support for the daily operations of the Sociology and Political Science departments as well as assists in the planning, coordination, marketing, and facilitation of the Safe Spaces Program. Oversees daily office operations including department correspondence, email, calendars and telephones; Collects, summarizes, and communicates data and prepares reports; Independently handles procedural and substantive matters and inquiries which do not require technical knowledge; Coordinates class and workshop schedules, programs/events including scheduling, ordering supplies, tracking expenses, submitting invoices and tracking payments, attendee rosters; Assists with preparing and administering budgets; Makes travel arrangements; Maintains databases.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of one year experience in administrative staff work in which program coordination in a directly related field was a primary responsibility. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

General knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar. General knowledge of and skill in the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software to produce documents and maintain information. Skill in performing basic mathematical computations. Ability to present statistical material in table, chart, or graph form. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks and assignments. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with tact and discretion. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with social sciences or humanities concentration. PeopleSoft experience.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, State position with a full benefits package. Salary is expected to start at approximately $35,728 annually, which is approximately $17.13 per hour, although experience will be taken into consideration.

Applications received by March 6, 2019 will be given full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Applications will be accepted via Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System. Please visit our website http://www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online. See the FAQs of the Online Employment Application System for more information and instructions. To be considered an applicant, you must apply online and submit a cover letter and resume. All documents that you wish to provide must be attached to your application in the Online Employment Application System. Please do not send any documents via E-mail. Three professional references will be requested and required before the final stages of the search. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our University community to include students, faculty, and staff, today and in the future. To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit http://www.salisbury.edu/equity/ .

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