Advancement Operations & Budget Coordinator

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); College Park (MD); On-site; USD 62,080 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park seeks an Advancement Coordinator for the A. James Clark School of Engineering to enhance the Engineering Advancement Office's efficiency. You will handle budget planning, forecasting, vendor payments, and complex travel/logistics coordination, while ensuring compliance with university policies.

The role supports donor engagement and internal stakeholders. The position requires a BA/BS and at least one year of professional administrative experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of professional administrative experience.
• Experience managing budgets and familiarity with enterprise systems (Workday/Concur).
• Strong written communication and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenditures.
• Coordinate contracts, procurements, travel, and meetings logistics.
• Process vendor payments and ensure compliance with policies.
• Prepare briefing materials for donor meetings and external stakeholders.
• Oversee constituent data management and onboarding logistics.
• Supervise two to three student assistants and support events after hours.

Skills

Budget management

Office administration

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Workday / Concur familiarity

Written communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Concur

Job description

The University of Maryland, College Park seeks an Advancement Coordinator for the A. James Clark School of Engineering to enhance the Engineering Advancement Office's efficiency. You will handle budget planning, forecasting, vendor payments, and complex travel/logistics coordination, while ensuring compliance with university policies.

The role supports donor engagement and internal stakeholders. The position requires a BA/BS and at least one year of professional administrative experience, with