General Assistant

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Overview

Department: Africana Studies

Key Responsibilities

Africana Studies seeks a dependable individual to provide administrative support to the Department Chair, faculty and courses. Position is Contingent I/temporary working between 20-40 hours per week.

Requirements Summary

Previous administrative/clerical experience strongly preferred. Previous experience working in a university/college setting preferably in an academic area. Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

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Department:

 Africana Studies 

Responsibilities:

Africana Studies seeks a dependable individual to provide administrative support to the Department Chair, faculty and courses. 

Position is Contingent I/temporary working between 20-40 hours per week.  Ideally the position will work at least three days per week (if part-time).  Hours will be during core business hours Monday-Friday. Flexible schedule may be available. 

Possible hybrid work schedule may be available after training. 

The General Assistant will provide day to day administrative support for the department.  Duties may include:

  • Working closely with Chair and Advising Coordinator
  • Providing administrative support for full-time and adjunct faculty
  • Preparing purchase requisitions
  • Serving as credit card (P-Card) holder
  • Preparing travel arrangements and processing reimbursements
  • Preparing hiring contracts
  • Serving as liaison to the College's (CAHSS) Shared Services Center
  • Maintaining office equipment and supplies
  • Maintaining personnel records and all department documents
  • Maintaining the department website
  • Supervising student workers
  • Coordinating the logistics for special events
  • Performing other duties as assigned
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor's degree.

Note: Four years of related experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.  

  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and general office software required.
  • Must have ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
  • Excellent customer service skills required. 
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Previous administrative/clerical experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous experience working in a university/college setting preferably in an academic area. 
Background Screening Statement:
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload your resume

Screening of Applications Begins: Position is open until filled.  Application review will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis.  Salary:

Hourly Salary Range: Minimum: $22.00 to Maximum: $24.04, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

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 or Part-time hours are available/negotiable Type: Temporary, Contingent I Additional Information: This is a temporary position.  Initial contract is for six months with the possibility of renewal.  Benefits:  Benefits Summary 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.   
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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Where is the job
Umbc Campus
On-site at the office
Who can apply
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May 6, 2026
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May 7, 2026

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