Program Assistant, Sustainability & PALS Partnerships

University of Maryland

Maryland

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

University of Maryland in Maryland is seeking a Program Assistant for the Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS) to support policy, planning and outreach efforts across the school year. The role focuses on developing PALS policies, managing paperwork, coordinating meetings, and assisting with the PALS Showcase while building partnerships across the region.

Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, with the ability to work on a small team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in policy, planning, natural sciences, or related fields.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to periodically attend classes as well as on campus and off campus meetings during the day.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director with the development of PALS policies, procedures, and standardized forms for faculty and students, and other paperwork related to PALS courses, including faculty supply requests.
Schedule scoping meetings with PALS staff, faculty and PALS sponsors to identify project matches, and help to manage relationships between faculty, students, and sponsors throughout the school year. This includes ensuring that all PALS paperwork is completed and that all required meetings between faculty, students, and sponsors occur.
Assist with planning the PALS Showcase and support the Director in developing new partnerships across the region.