The Collaborative: A Healing Centered Community at University of Maryland, Baltimore has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, caring, and team-oriented Contingent Category II Community Program Specialist. The candidate will accomplish responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training. Resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of Executive Director by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking. Contributes to development and evaluation of goals and objectives. Creates solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance. May supervise, mentor, or coordinate work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance). May independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources. The mission of The Collaborative is to prevent, intervene, and heal from trauma and violence in all forms. We accomplish our mission through partnerships between grassroots, non-profits, city agencies, and institutes of higher education by engaging in service provision, education, and research.   Benefits Information    UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.Contingent Category II employeesreceive a generous leave package that includes 10 vacation days, 9 holidays, 5 sick days, 3 personal days and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs;Contingent Category II employees are eligible for tuition remission for the employee only and the tuition remission only applies to courses taken at UMB.  Tuition remission for Contingent Category II employees who are part-time will be proratedin accordance with their FTE; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).    PRIMARY DUTIES * Assist in the management of the internal and/or external community programs by monitoring progress and operations program components and ensure the highest quality programming for all participants. Provide solutions to issues and judgment outside of pre-established guidelines or processes. * Coordinate program development and implementation that require significant assessment, evaluation, and intervention utilizing best practice/promising practice models. * Develop and maintain relationships with groups, individuals, families or partners to create a network of supportive services needed for program users to be successful. Assist in the development and implementation of recruiting plan for program groups, individual, and/or families. * Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings or conferences; coordinate logistics, scheduling, and participant communications. Work closely with partners to develop and provide appropriate trainings, workshops, field trips, and recognition events for participants. * Develop and schedule program work plan in accordance with specifications and funding limitations in order to shape the program. Oversee daily operations; organize program activities; and set priorities. * Maintain and facilitate program data in compliance and with programmatic reports required by sponsors. Make recommendations to management in use of funds to ensure compliance and prepare for regular program audits by sponsors. Collect, complete, and submit program information in required formats for various reporting including internal quarterly program updates and sponsors reports. * Provide routine and non-routine technical advice, problem solving assistance, and answer questions. Interpret program goals and policies, and provide administrative support to the program team. * Develop and prepare written products such as training materials, website content, final progress reports, and promotional materials. * Recommend resources for the improvement of the program. * Assist in evaluating program effectiveness to develop improved methods; devise evaluation methodology and implements; analyze results and recommend and/or take appropriate action. Has the authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement policies or procedures to ensure effective operation of the program. * Using state of the art technology, use sophisticated searching techniques to conduct in depth research of for programs complex and unique information requests. Develop and maintain internet web site files and/or listings. * Interact and maintain liaison/partnership with students, faculty, staff and agencies in facilitating program objectives. Serve as a primary contact and thinks critically about all aspects of the program to resolve questions and make decisions related to the program. * Perform other duties as assigned. Education: *Bachelor's degree. Degree in social sciences, such as social work or psychology preferred. Master's degree may be required based on associated licensure. *Experience:Two (2) years community program coordination, development, oversight, or administration. Certification/Licensure:Licensure required based on need of program. Other:Related experience to program may be substituted for education. Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. /Hiring Range for this position is in the mid $50,000s to low $60,000s, commensurate with education and experience./ // UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.    If you anticipateneeding a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, pleasesubmita UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. *Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff *Organization: Office of the VP for OAA/Dean *Title: *Community Program Specialist Location: null Requisition ID: 230001CB