Program Director (Supervisory)

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Supervisory Program Director in the Center for Blood Oxygen Transport and Hemostasis. The Program Director achieves Center objectives through coordinating the efforts of others, typically by managing recruitment, engagement, performance, and development of employees. Other responsibilities include developing and implementing goals and objectives, participating in strategic planning, and managing workflow, projects, and/or systems. The Program Director is accountable for operational and financial resources, ensuring legal and policy compliance, and recommends financial, personnel, and significant strategic decisions for senior management approval.

UMB offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible employees. This position receives an annual leave package starting with 22 accrued vacation days, 14 floating and observed holidays, 15 sick days, and 3 personal days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; professional learning and development opportunities; flexible schedules and teleworking options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and direct daily activities of one or more programs of substantive size and budget. Direct the preparation, coordination, and maintenance of the program content and delivery methods for the operations within the Center.
• Monitoring relationships of outside agencies or subcontractors.
• Manage budget, including approving finances, tracking expenditures, and preparing reports on current finances.
• Oversee databases used to analyze criteria and deliver data, as well as to monitor, evaluate, and recommend to senior management revisions to program operating policies and procedures.
• Plan data management and communication strategy for program. Work with senior management in developing program goals and milestones.
• Organize and/or participate in various committees and teams to consult with program heads and administrative officials on policy and program needs as well as various administrative issues.
• Coordinate the regular publication of summary reports and serves as an information resource to coworkers, the university, and external figures.
• Develop funding sources for the program, through grant seeking, major fundraising events and/or donations.
• May interact with students and facilitate resolution through technical and/or clerical personnel.
• Create a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve program’s goals. Oversee the recruitment, performance, and training of team members and continually reviews strengths and weaknesses of staff to maintain a well-trained, highly involved, and motivated team.

Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Six (6) years of program oversight including program planning, budget, and coordination

Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of direct management experience required.

Certification/Licensure: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: Approximately $93,000 – $98,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu .

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.