Technical Coordinator

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park seeks a Technical Coordinator for Electrical and Computer Engineering to manage contracts and major initiatives within Facilities Management. You will oversee technical resources in ECE and IREAP, coordinate shared-use facilities, and lead safety and compliance education.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 1 year of related experience, with the ability to operate independently and influence department priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 1 year of experience in lab operations or lab safety management.
• Ability to interpret policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and large-scale projects with Facilities Management.
• Coordinate shared-use facilities in ECE and IREAP.
• Provide safety and compliance education.
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures.
• Support operational efficiency and program priorities.

Skills

Lab operations

Lab safety

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description Summary The Technical Coordinator for Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) will handle the professional aspects of the TechOps mission, including managing contracts and large-scale projects with Facilities Management. It will be key to the operation of our new Shared Resources Initiative. Responsibilities will include managing technical resources in ECE and IREAP, coordinating shared-use facilities, and providing safety and compliance education. This role operates with a high degree of independence, exercising discretion and judgment in developing, interpreting, and implementing departmental policies, processes, and initiatives. The Coordinator’s decisions directly influence the operational efficiency, program effectiveness, and priorities of the Electrical and Computer Engineering department, impacting students, staff, and senior leadership initiatives. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st-century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.

Physical Demands: Much of the job is sedentary. The incumbent will work primarily in an office environment, with some travel to other buildings on and off campus (attend meetings, pick up/drop off packages, which may be heavy and require the use of carts, etc.). The incumbent may assist in the setup for meetings and events that may require moving furniture. The incumbent may exert 30 lbs. of force to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.

Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in lab operations or lab safety management. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of laboratory environments.
• Knowledge of regulatory agency regulations, policies and guidance.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Visa Sponsorship Information: The department will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Best Consideration Date: 08/28/2026

Posting Close Date: Open until filled. Open Until Filled: Yes Job Risks Financial Disclosure Required Yes For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department ENGR-Electrical & Computer Engineering Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $63,680 - $70,000.00

Benefits Summary: For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first "Do Good" campus.