The Choice Program at UMBC

The Choice Program at UMBC provides mentoring and advocacy services to young people, primarily Black and Latinx, throughout Central Maryland. We utilize a community-based, family-centered approach in order to promote quality outcomes for young people and families. We engage in a collaborative process of service, where young people set goals for themselves and are held accountable by supportive adults along the way. Our approach to youth development is grounded in applied critical race theory and culturally responsive, trauma-informed, restorative practices. We strive to be an anti-racist organization grounded in several core values: holistic development, the belief in humans, and youth-centeredness.

The Personnel Coordinator for Training and AmeriCorps supports The Choice Program’s Personnel & Staffing Team by developing and facilitating staff and AmeriCorps training, coordinating staff and member onboarding and engagement, and contributing to recruitment and retention efforts. This role ensures that well-prepared, supported teams can deliver high-quality, community-based services to youth and families across Maryland. The position requires strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills, and a commitment to The Choice Program’s anti-racist, trauma-informed, and youth-centered values.

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $53,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and facilitate training modules and professional development sessions for Choice staff and AmeriCorps members.

• Coordinate the AmeriCorps member experience, including onboarding, scheduling, training compliance, and documentation.

• Maintain accurate training and AmeriCorps records in alignment with university and federal requirements.

• Support recruitment and onboarding processes by participating in interviews, orientations, and job fairs.

• Collaborate with program leadership to assess staff development needs and enhance workplace culture and well-being initiatives.

• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., Governor’s Office on Service & Volunteerism) to ensure program compliance and continuous improvement.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support The Choice Program’s mission and personnel operations.

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least one year of professional experience in personnel coordination, training and development, program administration, human services or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating or supporting training programs, workshops, or professional development initiatives.
• Strong communication, organization, and record-keeping skills required.
• Must possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Maryland, current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Social Work, Education, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Direct service experience in Human Services.
• Experience developing and implementing internal staff training curriculum
• Service year with organizations such as AmeriCorps.

A background check will be required. 

Please upload both a cover letter and a resume. Applications submitted without a cover letter will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more 

Salary: $53,000 - $59,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.