The Swenson College of Science and Engineering Program Education Specialist 1 position would lead the logistical implementation and program assessment and evaluation for four signature programs in the college: the Learning Assistants program, the Sustainability LLC, the Summer Math Bridge Program and the Transfer Student Mentoring program. 

This is an in-person position. The salary range for this position is $44,155 - $66,086 depending on qualifications and experience. 

Responsibilities of this position include:

60% Program Development and Support

• Assessment and evaluation of programs for both internal and external use
• Serve as contact person for programs and respond to student and/or campus partner needs
• Oversight of budget expenditures
• Communicate with faculty involved in programs
• Develop and implement signature community building activities
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to student participation in programs

30% Student Recruitment and Oversight

• Recruitment of new UMD students to participate in the programs.
• Recruitment of current UMD students to serve as mentors, workers, etc
• Hiring of UMD students, including tracking of paperwork completion and raises

10% Instruction and Outreach

• Teach UST 1000 courses for Sustainability LLC and Transfer Students
• Maintain publicity via website and social media

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in relevant field and 3 or more years of related professional experience. Knowledge of principles and methods, or related masterâ™s degree with proven ability to perform job. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills 
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations 
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving, and planning skills
• Interest in STEM disciplines
• Experience working with students directly in programmatic efforts
• Background in student affairs or higher education
• Maintain relationships with campus partners to ensure success of programmatic efforts

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