*The University of Maryland School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Center Operations to oversee the Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling in the Department of Psychiatry’s Division of Addiction Research and Treatment.* The Operations Director is responsible for providing overall project supervision and administrative leadership. The selected candidate will oversee and manage the Center, including grants and contracts, prevention, training, outreach and awareness. They will participate in strategic planning along with senior leadership and set goals and objectives while ensuring timelines are adhered to and deadlines met. The selected Director of Center Operations will develop, implement, and mange goals and objectives of the Center. The Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling is a program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, and is funded by the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration. The Center promotes healthy and informed choices to all Maryland residents regarding gambling and problem gambling through public awareness, training and education, prevention, technical assistance to the behavioral health care system, peer recover support, research, and public policy. For more information, please visithttp://www.mdproblemgambling.com. *Benefits Information* UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.* *Primary Duties* * Plans, directs and manages operational functions of the Center in accordance with contractual parameters. * Understands the Center’s goals and develops solutions that aligned with the goals. * Develops and evaluates operations policies and procedures for the Center. * Oversight of awareness, prevention, outreach, training, Helpline, research and public policy initiatives, collaboration with the research division. * Networking with community/state organizations; maintaining ongoing working relationship with the media. * Working collaboratively with the gambling industry to insure responsible gambling practices. * Oversees the recruitment, performance and training of team members and continually review strengths and weaknesses of staff to maintain a well-trained, highly involves, and motivated team. * Oversees Center administration, including budgeting, pre- and post-award administration. * Organizes, develops, and provides consultation to program funders when needed. * Coordinate the quarterly and yearly reports for submission to program funders. * Monitor, evaluate, and recommend to senior management revisions to program operating policies and procedures. * Organize and or participate in various committees regarding problem gambling. * Performs other duties as assigned. *Education:*Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, information technology, or related field. *Experience:*Seven (7) years of related experience in administrative, financial, and technology. *Supervisory Experience:*Three (3) years experience at the management/leadership level. *Other:* Financial disclosure is required. Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted. *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Thorough knowledge of position requirements. Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to support a mission and strategic vision. Instructional, training, and team-building skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Skill in consultation and change management. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. *Hiring Range:*$132,000 - 154,000, commensurate with education and experience. UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Talent Recruitment department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Medicine - Psychiatry* **Title:** *Director, Center Operations* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *2500004Z*