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Broad, open landscape accented by rolling hills and big sky vistas with lots of clean air and bright days, hundreds of lakes and waterways for a myriad of outdoor adventures from canoeing, hiking, rock climbing to alpine and cross-country skiing. Our students value the talented, caring faculty, small student-centered classes, and close student-instructor rapport. Liberal arts and professional studies programs with service-learning, internship, and undergraduate research opportunities describe intellectual adventure at UM-Presque Isle. Come join our North of Ordinary university community.

One of seven autonomous campuses within the University of Maine System, the University of Maine at Presque Isle provides its 1,500 traditional and non-traditional students from the United States and Canada with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment. It combines liberal arts and selected professional studies programs and serves as a cultural and educational resource for the entire area.


Admissions Counselor

Appointment Terms:
Full-time, regular, 12 month work position.

Salary:
Anticipated starting salary $26,202

Duties Begin:
Immediately

Responsibilities:
The Counselor will join an office of five employees where enrollment goals are clearly defined and admissions programming is carefully executed through a commitment of daily work and focus on long-term efforts. Responsibilities will be to manage an assigned territory, which will include recruitment efforts through extensive travel to high schools and other recruitment settings, evaluating applicant files, meeting with prospective students and families, and contributing to the overall operations of the office.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree, strong communication and organizational skills, sound judgment and integrity, and value of a customer service driven culture. The ability to work in a high-energy, creative, team-oriented atmosphere is essential. Experience with writing for print/electronic publications, graphic design experience and social media tools is preferred.

Fringe Benefits:
Excellent health/accident/life insurance, Retirement, Social Security, Tuition Waiver, etc.

University:
The University of Maine at Presque Isle is located in Maine's beautiful north country with its accessibility to numerous lakes, rivers and other picturesque natural features. The University of Maine at Presque Isle serves 1400 students of diverse educational backgrounds , 12 athletic teams and faculty committed to the success of their students.

Applications:
Review of applications begins immediately. To apply send cover letter, resume, official or unofficial transcripts and contact information for three professional references to address below or via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information please call the Human Resources Office at (207) 768-9549.

Human Resources
University of Maine at Presque Isle
181 Main Street
Presque Isle, Maine 04769

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
and strongly encourages applications from and nominations of women and minority candidates.
The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Assistant Director of Student Support Services/Tutor Coordinator - Grant Funded

Appointment Terms: 
Full-time, regular, ten month work year (Aug 1- May 31) position contingent upon external grant funding.

Salary:
Anticipated usual starting range $21,826 – 25,483 for 10 month position  

Duties Begin:
August 1, 2010 or as soon thereafter as possible 

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include selecting and maintaining contact with program participants and providing guidance in academic, career, social and, personal matters as well as assisting in program workshops. The Assistant Director will work with faculty to schedule accommodated testing for students with documented disabilities, and coordinate and supervise tutoring services for participants. In addition, this position is responsible for collecting and managing data and developing Department of Education reports as needed to comply with grant and federal guidelines.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in counseling, psychology, education, or related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, problem solving and organizational skills, and computer skills (databases, spreadsheets, word-processing). Must have the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations. Experience counseling or mentoring TRIO eligible or similar populations is preferred.

Fringe Benefits:
Excellent health/accident/life insurance, Retirement, Social Security, Tuition Waiver, etc.

University:
The University of Maine at Presque Isle is located in Maine’s beautiful north country with its accessibility to numerous lakes, rivers and other picturesque natural features, the University of Maine at Presque Isle serves 1400 students of diverse educational backgrounds and offers a full range of quality academic programs in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Professional Programs, and Teacher Education.

Applications:
Review of applications begins immediately. To apply send cover letter, resume, official or unofficial transcripts and contact information for three professional references to address below or via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information please call the Human Resources Office at (207) 768-9549.

 

Human Resources
University of Maine at Presque Isle
181 Main Street
Presque Isle, Maine 04769

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
and strongly encourages applications from and nominations of women and minority candidates.
The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Counselor

 

The University of Maine at Presque Isle seeks a Counselor to work with students in the Counseling Office.   Position is part-time, fixed length for 20 hours a week with a work year appointment of August 15 through June 15.  Hours are negotiable.  The Counselor will evaluate, diagnose and treat individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders.  Must be able to provide emergency on-call service for students who have mental health needs outside regular business hours.  Will assume administrative task co-administering the NEAPP grant.

 

Required Qualifications:
Masters in Social Work, LMSW and SAC(LDAC) Maine certification, experience with evaluation, diagnosis and treatment and group mental health and substance disorders.

 

Desired Qualifications:
LCSW and experience in Crisis Intervention and Sexual Assault Services.

 

To apply, please send letter of interest, resume, names and telephone numbers of three professional references, and proof of certifications to Barbara Lambert, Administrative Associate, University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, Maine 04769-2888.  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   Review of applications will begin immediately. 

 

 

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is an

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University provides reasonable accommodations

to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

 

 

 

Assessment and Post-Baccalaureate Coordinator

The College of Education at the University of Maine at Presque Isle invites applications for the position of assessment and post-baccalaureate program coordinator. Located in Maine's beautiful north country with its accessibility to numerous lakes, rivers and other picturesque natural features, the University of Maine at Presque Isle serves 1400 students of diverse educational backgrounds and offers a full range of quality academic programs in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Professional Programs, and Teacher Education. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities:
The assessment and post-baccalaureate coordinator reports to the chair of the College of Education. The position coordinates assessment activities of the College of Education and all aspects of the College's post-baccalaureate program. Assessment duties for the position include further developing a successful assessment plan/system, maintaining appropriate assessment databases, and analyzing and reporting student performance assessment data. Post-baccalaureate duties include participating in student recruitment, determining admission eligibility, organizing orientation for new students, advising students regarding program plans and semester courseloads, develping student academic status reports, and generating paperwork for in-state and out-of-state certification. The successful candidate will generally teach one course each semester.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have one to three years relevant professional experience. Candidates with a master's degree in Education from a regionally accredited college or university are preferred but a baccalaureate degree with additional relevant experience may be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to have demonstrable familiarity with the Maine State Board of Education teacher certification regulations; an ability to develop familiarity with the regulations of other states, including Canadian provinces; and familiarity or experience with student recruitment, admissions, advising, and management of student records. The position requires advanced computer skills in Office Suite, including Access and Excel; ability to use new technologies to design, create, and report assessment results; excellent interpersonal and team building skills; timely reporting and completion of paperwork; and ability to represent the College of Education and University well to both internal and external constituents. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience at the college or university level.
Application Process: Applications should be sent to the address below and must include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, three letters of support, contact information of three references, and copies of transcripts. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Human Resources
University of Maine at Presque Isle
181 Main Street, Presque Isle, Maine 04769. 

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
and strongly encourages applications from and nominations of women and minority candidates.
The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.