Environmental Digital Coordinator

Job Description Summary & Additional Information The Environmental Digital Program Coordinator supports environmental education, digital learning, professional development, and institutional initiatives through project coordination, content development, multimedia production, program administration, and educational technology. The position coordinates multiple small projects and digital programs while helping translate environmental and scientific information into engaging educational content. The ideal candidate has a background in environmental science, education, or a related field and an interest in using digital technologies and innovative approaches to advance environmental education, professional learning, and science communication. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination: Coordinate multiple small projects, including managing timelines, deliverables, communications, documentation, and follow-up Content & Curriculum Development: Develop, edit, and maintain environmental and science-related content for digital courses, programs, websites, and educational resources, including learning objectives, course outlines, instructional materials, and multimedia content. Platform Administration: Administer the EDGE and edX platforms, including account support, participant enrollment, course creation/updates, and Web Content Accessibility Guideline (WCAG) edits. Administer the digital credential platform, including issuing credentials, maintaining participant records, managing data, and supporting credential-related activities. Accessibility Compliance: Ensure digital content, documents, and web materials meet WCAG accessibility standards, including updating and remediating materials for accessibility compliance. Multimedia Production: Record, edit, and produce educational videos, presentations, interviews, and other multimedia content. Conduct interviews with faculty, researchers, educators, and subject matter experts for incorporation into courses and digital resources. K-12 & Educator Outreach: Coordinate Maryland State Department of Education professional development programs for teachers, including enrollment, participant communications, course updates, program records, Continuing Professional Development certificates, flyers, and digital materials. Outreach & Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain contact lists and outreach databases, and build relationships with educators, partners, and stakeholders to promote Office of Professional Studies programs and initiatives. Student Affairs & Institutional Support: Support institutional initiatives, including accreditation activities, assessment, student affairs projects, and cross-departmental programs and priorities. Support New Student Orientation, career readiness, alumni engagement, and other educational programs through coordination, communications, documentation, and digital materials. Preferred Qualifications Background in Environmental Science, Education, Science Communication, Instructional Design, or a related field. Experience with digital learning platforms (e.g., edX, EDGE), digital credentialing tools, educational technologies, multimedia production (video editing, recording), and web accessibility standards (WCAG). Strong organizational skills, effective written and oral communication, ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible content, and experience in building collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume/cv, list of three references Best Consideration Date: 10/31/2026 Open Until Filled: yes Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: One (1) year of professional administrative or coordinator experience. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service. Knowledge of proper protocol in dealing with confidential information. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service. Department UMCES-Center Administration Worker Sub-Type Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term) Salary Range $45,000 to $50,000 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.