POSITION DESCRIPTION
University of Maryland
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Supervisory Org: INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS IN AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES (IPAN)
Title/Functional Title: COORDINATOR, INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
Position Number: 115508
Appointment Type: REGULAR, EXEMPT STAFF POSITION, 100%
Salary Starting at: $53,940
Work Location: UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
Position Summary:
The International Programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (IPAN) seeks to leverage the
expertise of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) for international
development by facilitating and catalyzing research, training and extension to transform food
systems and livelihoods in developing countries. IPAN works in close collaboration with the
Office of International Affairs, AGNR’s Department and Units, and with other Colleges to
deliver its mission. IPAN is seeking a Coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations and to
support program development, promotion and execution.
Among IPAN’s current project areas are: (i) AGNR’s study abroad and student exchange (ii) the
2+2 China Program (iii) the PASET Rsif Scholars Program. Activities to support program
development include: (i) building internal and external research, training and extension
partnerships for international development activities (ii) project development and resource
mobilization (iii) raising the international development profile on campus and internationally.
- College liaison for Memoranda of Understanding and other Agreement between foreign institutions and AGNR/UMD
- Collaborate with Office of International Affairs, AGNR Academic Programs and department faculty on development and promotion of study abroad and student exchange
- Act as liaison between partner institutions and departments to facilitate visiting scholar visits and appointments
- Reconcile Travel and Purchase cards, prepare office budget, facilitate transactions (JVs, vendor payments)
- Conduct survey of AGNR faculty’s international work
- Schedule and manage IPAN supported travel and financial reporting
- Preparing and providing international activities information and brief for college and campus publications.
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5) years of professional experience supporting operations, strategic initiatives,
or project implementation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of Concur/SAP, the Student Award System, and Workday
Must be able to communicate with scientists, administrators and students from various countries
and cultures.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and maintain effective working relationships.
Skill in organization and time management.
Skill in analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
- Master’s degree in international education or agricultural sciences
- Knowledge of UMD’s international admissions and transfer credit procedures.
- Knowledge of international student and exchange visitor visas
- Experience with international travel in Concur
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
This position may be subject to a Criminal History Record Check and the University of
Maryland Background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and
clearance of both the Criminal History Record Check and the University of Maryland
Background check, as applicable.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers 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. Offers
are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3
days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may
be rescinded, or employment terminated.
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.