Job Description Summary & Additional Information

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is seeking two qualified Human Resources professionals to provide customer service in a fast paced HR office for employees that are across the state of Maryland. Both positions will be based in Cambridge, MD but will have scheduled travel days to other UMCES units within Maryland for onboarding and other HR meeting needs. Once fully trained, these positions have a hybrid opportunity for in-person and remote work. The HR Coordinators will be responsible for responding to inquires across a wide range of human resources functions including benefits, recruitment, HR transactions, and general HR policies and procedures.

Duties may include (depending on area of specialization, duties are not all inclusive that are listed below):

• Working with supervisors to create job postings

• Participation in search committees to serve as the recruiter (to handle setting up interviews, offer negotiations, offer letters, any pre-offer screening, follow-up emails to unsuccessful candidates, etc.)

• Conducting orientations/onboarding in-person at unit of new hire

• Provide customer service to employees regarding employment requests, benefits questions, etc.)

• Assistance in tracking HR compliance trainings

• Helping supervisors for disciplinary matters using State of MD, USM and UMCES policies

• Works closely with business office for each unit to align payroll actions

• Assists with Worker’s Compensation claims management

• Some HR reporting using Workday, PowerBi, and any other software needed

• Daily transactions in Workday, mostly as a Central HR user

• Benefits Management/Troubleshooting

• Management of Tuition Remission

• Designated FMLA Administrator

Minimum Qualifiacations: Successful candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree in HR, business or related field with at least 2-3 years of experience in human resources. SHRM Certification or HRCI certification required within 6 months of hire. Success in this role will require the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate and understand complex systems, communicate clearly and empathetically (verbally and written), adapt quickly to changes, and provide accurate and timely support. It is required to have working knowledge of HR principles, practices and procedures. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills along with strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required. Strong Excel experience is a must.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous USM or State of Maryland Human Resources experience is a plus. Maryland ABC and MD State Retirement Coordinator Certification is also a plus. Experience with Workday is preferred.

Physical Demands: This position requires traveling across the State of Maryland to UMCES units for regular meetings with employees to include interviews, new hire orientations, trainings, retirement counseling, employee meetings, etc. UMCES has locations in Cambridge, Baltimore, College Park, Solomons, Frostburg and Annapolis, Maryland.

Additional Information: There are two HR Coordinator positions available. Specific HR duties will depend on the actual position offered. Target start date for positions is late summer. UMCES provides excellent benefits including State of Maryland health benefits and retirementplans, a comprehensive leave program, and tuition remission within the USM.

Required Application Materials: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of 3 references and their contact information to be considered.

Best Consideration Date: July 1, 2026

Open Until Filled: yes

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or other related field.

Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of human resources field.

Other: SHRM Certification or HRCI Certification (within 6 months of hire)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 

Ability to regularly travel across the State of Maryland to UMCES unit locations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products. 
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Department

UMCES-Center Administration

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000 plus travel reimbursement

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.