Professional Position Announcement

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University of Maine Farmington

Admission Counselor

Responsibilities: Representing Farmington both on- and off-campus to prospective students, parents, school counselors and other individuals or organizations involved in college selection; Evaluating applicants to Farmington; Planning and executing recruitment travel to high schools, college fairs, and college night programs; Facilitating group presentations on- and off-campus; Interviewing potential applicants during individual and group appointments; Communicating with prospective applicants about the admissions process and opportunities by phone, email, letters, and in-person interactions both on- and off-campus.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree and a valid driver’s license are required. The selected candidate must possess strong and effective skills in interpersonal communication, public speaking, writing, and be proficient in using a personal computer for work-related communication and information retrieval. He or she must be able to travel and work frequent nights and weekends in the fall and spring; work productively as a team member, as well as independently; manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and effectively; and have a background of taking initiative.

Application Process:  Position begins July 1, 2008, with review of applications beginning May 5, 2008 and continuing until the position is filled. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: Brandon Lagana, Office of Admission, University of Maine Farmington, 246 Main St., Farmington, ME 04938; phone: (207) 778-7050; E-mail brandon.lagana@maine.edu.

Salary: The salary range for this position is 25,316 – 29,557.
       
The University and Region:  Established in 1864 as Maine's first public institution of higher education, with historic and continued strength in teacher education and a contemporary role as Maine’s public liberal arts college, the University of Maine at Farmington offers undergraduate programs in arts and sciences, teacher education, and human services.  UMF recently reorganized its curriculum to enhance opportunities for in-depth study and undergraduate research.  In 2007 the university opened an exciting new academic facility, a “green” building that houses our programs in education and human services.  Construction of a new Arts Center will begin in 2008.  UMF is one of 20 institutions recognized for high levels of student engagement and featured in Student Success in College: Creating Conditions That Matter by George D. Kuh et al. (2005).  UMF is a founding member of COPLAC, the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, which includes 25 public colleges and universities dedicated to the liberal arts tradition and quality undergraduate education.  The Farmington area is rich in cultural offerings and recreational opportunities.  The natural beauty of its mountains, lakes, woods, and streams draws people to the region, which is also noted for its snow, blackflies, and April mud season.  Please check out our home page at:  www.umf.maine.edu.

Diversity:  We are implementing an action plan to provide a deeper understanding of diversity.  Applications are encouraged from women and minorities and others who can help us achieve it.  UMF provides reasonable accommodations in the workplace and in the job application process.  If you need assistance because of a disability, please contact Valerie Huebner, EEO Officer, 224 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938; (207) 778-7258; (207) 778-7000 TDD.  AA/EEO employer.