Director, Special Projects Senior

The University of Maryland School Of Dentistry has an exciting opportunity available for a Director, Special Projects Senior. This position oversees the overall direction of select initiatives or projects that have significant University impact as designated by the Dean. Leads through subordinate senior professionals. Oversees and executes strategic goals and objectives that directly align with University strategy. Designated authority to make managerial decisions within areas of responsibility, informing leadership of results. Provides transformational advice and support to leadership on University long-term strategic vision.

Established as the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1840, the University of Maryland School of Dentistry is the world's first dental college. The school's mission is to improve the quality of life in Maryland through education, research, and service related to health, with special emphasis on improving dental, oral, and craniofacial health through comprehensive education, research, and service programs. The School of Dentistry is Maryland’s predominant provider of comprehensive and emergency oral health services for individuals of all ages, including the underserved and disadvantaged.

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program 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, 15 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).

Primary Duties:

• Identifies, develops, and manages events, initiatives, and Special Projects that foster community linkages.
  Advise the Dean and Senior Leadership in strategic decision making and vision planning.
  
• Participate as a member of the planning team for the Dean’s Special Projects, such as annual state of School addresses.
  
• Collaborate with multiple teams including divisions and departments within the school and across campus to research, design, and implement selected strategic initiatives to the betterment of the school and its students.
  
• In close coordination with campus administrative offices, such as: Office of Government and Community Affairs (OGCA), compiles necessary information and coordinates internal arrangements for meetings and special events of the Dean and leadership with public officials.
  
• Ensure that leadership is fully prepared for meetings and appearances with key stakeholder groups including conducting internet-based and other research to prepare leadership for meetings.
  
• Direct and plan for school events, such as: Convocation Planning, Alumni and Donor Events, Community Outreach, and other similar activities initiated by the institution.
  
• Assist the Dean with key searches and hires within the Dean's Office, throughout the School, and at the University.
  Assist the Dean's Office with the planning and execution of external reviews of academic units throughout the
• school.
  
• Prepare written reports, materials and presentations for the Dean and other school and University leaders as appropriate.
  
• Support the work of the Office of the Dean by coordinating efforts within the School to help build and develop strong external support for the school and its mission.
  
• Attend appropriate internal and external meetings, hearing, and conferences.
  
• Create a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve unit’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.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, and/or related field. Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in public affairs, development, government affairs, and/or academic administration with prior experience providing executive level communications, writing/editing, or public relations.

Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of experience at a leadership/managerial level with responsibility for the performance of staff.

Certification/Licensure:

Other:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

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.

Hiring Range: $135,000 - $150,000 (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.