Operations and Program Generalist

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Provide comprehensive support to the faculty, staff, and students for the departments and programs in the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences in the conduct of their academic and programmatic work. Work with administrators, faculty, staff, and students in the coordination and set up of events, meetings, workshops, and programs including room reservations, outside vendor coordination, IT and space needs, and catering requests.

Collaborate with department chairs and department faculty on projects such as ABET accreditation, academic reports, curriculum revisions, website updates, correspondences, and reappointment, promotion, and tenure reviews. Provide support and participate in the delivery of department and college events and the College’s faculty recruitments.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Associate degree and one to three years of related experience required. Working knowledge of software applications used to support office functions, and familiarity with Internet resources required.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of People Soft Financials. Experience coordinating events including conferences and workshops.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $22.00/hour to $25.50 per hour

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 02/02/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground:
Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S5931PO

Department

Department CEM Dean's Ofc/54000

Position Number

Position Number

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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