Community Program Director
About the role
The EMBRACE Initiative at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a Community Program Director. This is a grant-funded, regular, exempt position.
Responsibilities
- Uses subject matter expertise to plan and coordinate the content and delivery of a program involving community-based services or social services.
- Provides strategic direction for EMBRACE to include establishing goals, target groups, and desired outcomes.
- Prepares, coordinates, and maintains program content and delivery methods for the daily operations and events within EMBRACE.
- Establishes service guidelines for individuals, groups, families, clients, participants, or communities.
- Reviews and approves protocols from research staff.
- Examines and evaluates program effectiveness, and makes changes as necessary.
- Coordinates the use of databases used to analyze criteria and deliver data, as well as to monitor, evaluate, and revise program operating policies and procedures.
- Organizes and/or participates in various committees and teams to consult with program heads and administrative officials on policy and program needs as well as various administrative issues.
- Collaborates with students, faculty, volunteers, professionals, research and/or clerical staff to coordinate program engagement and/or participant care.
- Coordinates the regular publication of summary reports and serves as an information resource to coworkers, the university, and external figures.
- Develops funding sources for the program, through grant seeking, major fundraising events and/or donations.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree. Degree in social sciences, such as social work or psychology preferred. Master's degree may be required based on associated licensure.
- Experience: Five (5) years of experience involving program planning and coordination experience, preferably in a community or university setting. Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of work coordination, training, or supervision.
Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
- Thorough 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 support a mission and strategic vision.
- Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
- Skill in consultation and change management.
- 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.
Skills
- Knowledge of position requirements.
- Knowledge of applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
- Effective use of applicable technology/systems.
- Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Supporting a mission and strategic vision.
- Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills.
- Consultation and change management skills.
- Understanding and adherence to UMB Core Values.
Benefits
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
Pay
Hiring Range: $99,000 - $110,000, commensurate with education and experience.
Schedule
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Shift Day Job