Coordinator

Job Description Summary The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing and monitoring of payroll appointments and benefits for faculty, staff, students, graduate students, and unpaid appointments within the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and its subunits, including the Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS), the Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering Program at the University of Maryland at Shady Grove, and the University of Maryland at Southern Maryland Electrical Engineering Program. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing bi-weekly payroll, onboarding and offboarding, and benefits processes for all employee types. The position will also maintain accurate personnel records for the department in compliance with all University, State and Federal regulations and record retention policies; establish working relationships with on-campus payroll and human resources departments; serve as a resource on payroll and benefits matters for faculty, staff and students; and handle visa processing for incoming and current visiting scholars. Please note that this position has an in-person component and may require working at other locations from time to time. Organization Summary Statement 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 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 N/A Licenses/Certifications N/A Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: One (1) year of professional payroll experience. 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 of payroll policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable payroll related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Knowledge of payroll functions. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments. Ability to analyze situations and determine the best recourse for response. Additional Job Details The department will not sponsor the successful candidate for U.S. work authorization now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position. Required Application Materials Resume Cover Letter List of three professional references Best Consideration Date September 11, 2026 Posting Close Date N A Open Until Filled Yes Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required No. 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: $61,680 - $74,016 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. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online Contact Information Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Maryland Relay: Dial 711 This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Usmd