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Office Supervisor III

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Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Clerical Support

Department:

Department of Economics
Position Overview:

The Office Supervisor will, under general supervision of the Department Chair, perform and supervise administrative responsibilities for routine and/or complex transactions supporting the Department of Economics.
Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $28.64/hour and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full-time roles. Tuition remission is also available. 

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 
Responsibilities:

Specific duties include:

  • Provide lead administrative support to Department Chair
  • Budget reconciliations including general operating, self-support, research and foundations accounts
  • Procurement card holder
  • Travel and expense reimbursements
  • Journal entries
  • Track consultancy sabbatical and faculty annual reports
  • Assist Chair with annual workload report and department reviews
  • Record minutes at monthly faculty meetings
  • Supervise administrative staff and student assistants
  • Provide general assistance to faculty and students
  • HR Liaison with Shared Services
  • Other duties as assigned
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and five years of progressively responsible clerical work to include at least one year in supervisory capacity.

Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: 

Administrative and supervisory experience and Microsoft Office skills.
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload a cover letter and a resume.  
Closing Date: May 5, 2026
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.

Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:

  • 14 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service)
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement/Pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, etc.) of position. 
Salary:

Pay Range - minimum: $28.64/hour to maximum: $30.57/hour based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Hours: Full-time 
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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