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# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement:
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Faculty Specialist to join our office on a part-time basis as an Academic Advisor (9531024) in the Office of Academic Programs. This position is crucial for supporting our students' academic success and ensuring their smooth progression through their academic programs. The Advisor will play a key role in supporting the work of the Assistant Dean for Academic Programs and the Manager for Student Services. As a time-limited role supporting specific programs and positions in the Academic Programs Office, prior experience working at the University of Maryland and with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
● Review Petitions and Requests: Evaluate and make decisions on petitions for exceptions to academic policies and requests for permission to enroll in off-campus courses. Ensure that all reviews are conducted in accordance with university guidelines and policies.
● Process Major Changes: Manage and process student requests for changes in their major in TerpEngage, ensuring that students have met College and Departmental requirements for completing the process and responding to questions, as needed.
● Conduct Degree Audits: Perform thorough audits of student degree progress for juniors (60-90 credits) and seniors (91+ credits) to ensure timely graduation. Communicate with students and advisors based on audit findings.
● Advising Support for Struggling Students : Continue to develop and refine an ELMS based course for students who are struggling academically under the direction of the assistant dean.
● Advisor training resource ELMS course: Contribute to the content and organization of an ELMS based course for new advisors. Work with new advisors in AGNR to have them complete the training and review feedback from them on it.
● Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with faculty, advisors, and administrative staff to support student success initiatives. Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff regarding academic policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Capable of functioning in an office environment, with the capacity to remain seated for extended durations, operate a computer, utilize standard office tools, and convey information both verbally and in writing is essential, as has the ability to read and interpret data from both print and electronic sources for this position.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Educational Background: A Master's degree in a related field such as Agriculture, Natural Resources, Education. or closely related discipline is required.
● Experience: At least 4 years demonstrated experience working with undergraduate students at the University of Maryland.
● Skills: Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
● Abilities: Ability to build courses and content in ELMS-Canvas. Knowledge of UMD advising systems.
Preferences:
● Educational Background: A PhD in a related field such as Agriculture, Natural
Resources, Education, or a closely related discipline is preferred.
● Experience: At least 4 years demonstrated experience working with undergraduate
students and advisors in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and familiarity with university academic policies and procedures is highly desired.
● Skills: Proficiency in using academic software and tools for student records management.
● Abilities: A commitment to student success and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
effectively.
Licenses/ Certifications: n/a# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References** **Best Consideration Date: 1/16/26** **Posting Close Date: n/a** **Open Until Filled: yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**AGNR-Dean-Academic Programs# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$47, 072.90 to $138,928.58# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer 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.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Faculty Specialist to join our office on a part-time basis as an Academic Advisor (9531024) in the Office of Academic Programs. This position is crucial for supporting our students' academic success and ensuring their smooth progression through their academic programs. The Advisor will play a key role in supporting the work of the Assistant Dean for Academic Programs and the Manager for Student Services. As a time-limited role supporting specific programs and positions in the Academic Programs Office, prior experience working at the University of Maryland and with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
● Review Petitions and Requests: Evaluate and make decisions on petitions for exceptions to academic policies and requests for permission to enroll in off-campus courses. Ensure that all reviews are conducted in accordance with university guidelines and policies.
● Process Major Changes: Manage and process student requests for changes in their major in TerpEngage, ensuring that students have met College and Departmental requirements for completing the process and responding to questions, as needed.
● Conduct Degree Audits: Perform thorough audits of student degree progress for juniors (60-90 credits) and seniors (91+ credits) to ensure timely graduation. Communicate with students and advisors based on audit findings.
● Advising Support for Struggling Students : Continue to develop and refine an ELMS based course for students who are struggling academically under the direction of the assistant dean.
● Advisor training resource ELMS course: Contribute to the content and organization of an ELMS based course for new advisors. Work with new advisors in AGNR to have them complete the training and review feedback from them on it.
● Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with faculty, advisors, and administrative staff to support student success initiatives. Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff regarding academic policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Capable of functioning in an office environment, with the capacity to remain seated for extended durations, operate a computer, utilize standard office tools, and convey information both verbally and in writing is essential, as has the ability to read and interpret data from both print and electronic sources for this position.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Educational Background: A Master's degree in a related field such as Agriculture, Natural Resources, Education. or closely related discipline is required.
● Experience: At least 4 years demonstrated experience working with undergraduate students at the University of Maryland.
● Skills: Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
● Abilities: Ability to build courses and content in ELMS-Canvas. Knowledge of UMD advising systems.
Preferences:
● Educational Background: A PhD in a related field such as Agriculture, Natural
Resources, Education, or a closely related discipline is preferred.
● Experience: At least 4 years demonstrated experience working with undergraduate
students and advisors in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and familiarity with university academic policies and procedures is highly desired.
● Skills: Proficiency in using academic software and tools for student records management.
● Abilities: A commitment to student success and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
effectively.
Licenses/ Certifications: n/a# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References** **Best Consideration Date: 1/16/26** **Posting Close Date: n/a** **Open Until Filled: yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**AGNR-Dean-Academic Programs# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$47, 072.90 to $138,928.58# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer 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.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr