NextGen Program Coordinator

Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:

The NextGen Program Coordinator is responsible for orchestration of NextGen Program activities and monitoring the program's contractual performance in support of the Program Manager and Program Governance Manager. The incumbent must review and interpret complex requirements, conduct related research, spot anomalies, prioritize actions within realm of responsibility, synthesize disparate information sources to extract relevance and alert decision makers to significance and/or needed action. The role is responsible for coordination of NextGen Program activities and monitoring the program's contractual performance in support of the NextGen Program Governance Manager. This role reports directly to the NextGen Program Governance Manager who is accountable for contractual oversight of the Concessionaire and the NextGen Program.

Physical Demands:

The incumbent primarily works in an office environment and requires the ability to use a personal computer, phone, and other devices. This position is telework-eligible.

Preferences:


Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, Math, Economics, Contract Management, or a related subject.


Two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience including strong data entry, calendar management, document management, correspondence development, and financial administration skills.


Ability to coordinate meetings and events.

Demonstrated experience with Public-Private Partnerships.

Maintenance and/or Operations oversight experience.

Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), such as Maximo, SAP, or QFM is a plus.

Contract management experience.


Smartsheet experience.

Licenses/ Certifications:

The incumbent must possess a driver's license, as the role involves traveling to meetings and project sites both on and off campus. If operating a state vehicle, the incumbent must possess a valid MD Class C driver's license or an equivalent with fewer than six (6) points.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional administrative or coordinator 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, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service.

Knowledge of proper protocol in dealing with confidential information.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.)

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.


Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:

For full and best consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references.

Best Consideration Date:

9/12/2026

Posting Close Date:

N/A

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Visa Requirement:

**This position does not provide sponsorship for Visa**

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
VPA-FM-E&E-Utilities

Worker Sub-Type
Staff Regular

Salary Range
$66,000 - $79,200

Benefits Summary

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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

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