Human Resources Coordinator

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is seeking TWO qualified Human Resource Coordinators to join our team in Cambridge, MD.

Both positions will be based in Cambridge, MD but will have scheduled travel days to other UMCES units within Maryland for onboarding and other HR meeting needs. Once fully trained, these positions have a hybrid opportunity for in-person and remote work. The HR Coordinators will be responsible for responding to inquires across a wide range of human resources functions including benefits, recruitment, HR transactions, and general HR policies and procedures.

Duties may include (depending on area of specialization, duties are not all inclusive that are

listed below):

Working with supervisors to create job postings

Participation in search committees to serve as the recruiter (to handle setting up

interviews, offer negotiations, offer letters, any pre-offer screening, follow-up emails to

unsuccessful candidates, etc.)

Conducting orientations/onboarding in-person at unit of new hire

Provide customer service to employees regarding employment requests, benefits

questions, etc.)

Assistance in tracking HR compliance trainings

Helping supervisors for disciplinary matters using State of MD, USM and UMCES policies

Works closely with business office for each unit to align payroll actions

Assists with Worker’s Compensation claims management

Some HR reporting using Workday, PowerBi, and any other software needed

Daily transactions in Workday, mostly as a Central HR user

Benefits Management/Troubleshooting

Management of Tuition Remission

Designated FMLA Administrator

Minimum Qualifiacations: Successful candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree in

HR, business or related field with at least 2-3 years of experience in human resources. SHRM

Certification or HRCI certification required within 6 months of hire. Success in this role will

require the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate and understand complex systems,

communicate clearly and empathetically (verbally and written), adapt quickly to changes, and provide accurate and timely support. It is required to have working knowledge of HR principles,

practices and procedures. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills along with strong

organizational skills and attention to detail are required. Strong Excel experience is a must.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous USM or State of Maryland Human Resources experience is a plus. Maryland ABC and MD State Retirement Coordinator Certification is also a plus.

Experience with Workday is preferred.

Physical Demands: This position requires traveling across the State of Maryland to UMCES units for regular meetings with employees to include interviews, new hire orientations, trainings,

retirement counseling, employee meetings, etc. UMCES has locations in Cambridge, Baltimore,

College Park, Solomons, Frostburg and Annapolis, Maryland.

Additional Information: There are two HR Coordinator positions available. Specific HR duties

will depend on the actual position offered. Target start date for positions is late summer.

UMCES provides excellent benefits including State of Maryland health benefits and retirement

plans, a comprehensive leave program, and tuition remission within the USM.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 plus travel reimbursement

To apply and learn more, please visit:

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