Job Information
University of Maine at Farmington Admissions Counselor in Farmington, Maine
Position Title:
Admissions Counselor
Campus:
Farmington
Department:
Admissions - FADMS
Bargaining Unit:
UMPSA
Salary Band/Wage Band:
01: $42,450.20
Location:
Farmington ME
Statement of Job:
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is seeking candidates for an Admissions Counselor. As an Admissions Counselor, you will educate incoming first-year students, adults, transfer students, parents/family members, and school counselors about the University of Maine at Farmington, which includes the college selection, application, and admissions processes. This position is responsible for all aspects and phases of college admissions, including recruitment, counseling, advising, and evaluation of prospective students and applicants. Evenings & weekends are required as necessary, with extensive travel. This is a full-time (40-hour work week), fiscal year appointment.
A complete job description can be found here (https://umf.hiretouch.com/uploads/520/file/JDs/Admissions_Counselor_2-2024.pdf)
About the University of Maine at Farmington:
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) has earned a national reputation for excellence, gaining stature as one of the finest state-supported liberal arts colleges in the northeastern U.S. Additionally, UMF is rated 5th in U.S. News & World Report Top Regional Public College North for 2023 and has been rated one of America's Best Colleges by U.S. News 25 times since 1998.
The campus is in historic downtown Farmington, just a short walk away from coffee shops, funky stores, restaurants, banks, bookstores, a multi-screen movie theater and a whole lot more. Our perfect location combines the active outdoor lifestyle with the arts & smarts of a small college town. With enrollment at around 1,600 full-time students, UMF is about the same size as many of New England’s most selective private colleges and offers many of the same advantages, yet at a very affordable price — providing a tremendous college value in a spectacular natural setting. Established in 1864 as Maine’s first public institution of higher education, the University of Maine at Farmington is a founding member of The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) an exclusive national group of public colleges and universities committed to providing superior liberal arts and sciences education.
Who is the University of Maine at Farmington?
A Nationally Ranked (https://www.umf.maine.edu/about/umf-facts/national-reputation/) public university, recognized for its academic excellence, educational value and inclusion.
An Outdoorsy College (https://www.umf.maine.edu/campus-life/outdoor-recreation/) located in the heart of world class skiing and snowboarding, hiking and mountain biking, kayaking and rafting.
An Affordable, high-quality, residential, liberal arts college (https://www.umf.maine.edu/admissions-aid/annual-expenses/) .
A school that offers challenging and innovative Academic Programs (https://www.umf.maine.edu/academics/) in the arts and sciences, teacher preparation, and other pre-professional fields.
A small, friendly campus where Students (https://www.umf.maine.edu/about/about-our-students/) are the center of the universe.
A place where caring Professors (https://www.umf.maine.edu/about/faculty/) work side by side with students — in research, creative endeavors (https://www.umf.maine.edu/campus-life/arts-culture/) , in the classroom and outside.
An institution that offers unparalleled research opportunities — often at the level and depth found at graduate school.
A campus of 1,600 bright, creative, independent-minded students (https://www.umf.maine.edu/about/about-our-students/) who thrive on challenges.
A college where students work hard but also enjoy kicking back and having Fun — lots of fun (https://www.umf.maine.edu/campus-life/) .
A quirky yet warm-hearted, accepting community where it’s OK to be you .
We may not be for everyone, but we just might be the perfect place for you.
Qualifications:
Required Competencies
Cultural Competency - Fundamental understanding of current issues and challenges facing individuals representing diverse backgrounds; demonstrated ability to support and advocate for students who hold marginalized identities and life experiences.
Communication - Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal and organizational skills.
Relationships - Ability to establish strong and effective professional relationships.
Planning and organizing – Detailed-oriented and proactive.
Knowledge and adaptability - Understanding and sensitivity towards the needs of diverse populations. Experience in higher education administration and college and university admission; in depth understanding of the college admission process and the factors involved in making admission decisions.
Problem-solving and decision-making
Technology Utilization- Demonstrated ability to learn and use new technology; computer proficiency/knowledge; adept at learning and using software programs.
Team Building – Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
Geographic Management - Demonstrated geographic management which includes, but not limited to: recruitment, selection, yielding activities, program and event management experience.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College/University.
Ability to travel extensively.
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in Admissions or a closely related professional field.
Experience working with high school/college-bound students and families.
Knowledge and ability to work with various social media platforms.
Other Information:
Materials must be submitted electronically via "Apply for Position." Please create an applicant profile, complete a brief application, and upload:
A cover letter, which describes your qualifications, interests and suitability for the position
A resume/curriculum vitae
Contact information for three (3) professional references
You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form.
Review of applications will begin at the end of business day on May 17, 2024. Materials received after that date will be considered at the discretion of the university. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background screening and references.
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits (http://www.maine.edu/about-the-system/system-office/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. View our Benefits Information Summary (https://umf.hiretouch.com/uploads/520/file/Benefit_One_Pagers/2023-2024/Single_Page_Benefits-UMPSA.docx) for additional information.
The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Length:
Fiscal Year (12 Months)
Required Documents:
Cover Letter, Resume/CV