Program Management Specialist

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Program Management Specialist provides program management support for the Maryland Center for Computing Education partnership projects and professional development programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Information/Data Organization and Analysis:

• Collects, compiles, and organizes data pertinent to MCCE projects.
• Assists in the preparation of annual and financial reports, recommendations, and other information resources for the improvement of MCCE and its programs.
• Tracks grant and program budgets and timelines.

Project Management:

• Coordinates a statewide workgroup for computer science education teachers across various grade levels.
• Evaluates, organizes, and supports the development of resources for computing education.
• Coordinates the sharing of curriculum and related resources across the state’s computing education community.

Event Support:

• Manages the implementation of MCCE workshops and other activities designed for Maryland K-12 districts, administrators, committee members, facilitators, higher education faculty, and collaborators.
• Arranges online or in-person event venues, sets up registration, arranges accommodations, communicates with facilitators and participants, and coordinates any resources needed.
• Provides on-site support throughout the duration of each conference, which range between 1 and 5 days in length.
• Provides any other support required by MCCE to promote the effectiveness of meetings and conferences.

Office Support:

• Assists in the planning and implementation of new or revised programs, procedures, practices and organization.
• Organizes calendars and schedules events.
• Periodically updates social media accounts and websites.
• Manages travel reservations and accommodations, including preparing itineraries and schedules for internal and external staff.
• Manages the Canvas LMS system for MCCE Professional Development workshops.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education Level/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

Required Experience:

• Two years’ experience in administrative staff work. Experience planning and supporting in-person and online events.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skill in the use of project organization software.
• Strong skills using Microsoft Office and Google Drive filing systems, documents, spreadsheets, and linked resources.
• Knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information.
• Knowledge of basic methods and techniques used in organizing and conducting studies and analyses or programs, procedures, and organizations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to present ideas and information clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations and to present statistical material in chart and graph form.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Education Level/Certifications:

• Project Management Certification

Preferred Experience:

• Three or more years’ experience in administrative staff work. Experience in early childhood and/or elementary education settings.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to create basic web page updates.
• Skill in the use of time tracking software and/or registration software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This is a hybrid position with some remote work and some in office work. Occasional travel required, including the possibility of weekend travel. Must be able to provide own transportation.

Benefits

• Paid Leave: 11 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick & safe leave, 15 holidays, 3 personal leave days, and 12 weeks ofpaid parental leave.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage with flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement Plans: Employee-contribution-only supplemental retirement options through Fidelity, Nationwide, and TIAA.
• Life Insurance: Optional term life, long-term disability, and AD&D benefits through MetLife.
• Tuition Benefits: Tuition remission for employees.
• Training & Development: Unlimited LinkedIn Learning access.
• Credit Union Access: Membership eligibility for SECU, Maryland’s largest credit union.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services.

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