Statement of Job:

The University of Southern Maine is excited to announce a Project Coordinator opening with Maine Small Business Development Centers (Maine SBDC). Maine SBDC helps build and strengthen small businesses through no-cost business advising, training, and educational resources.

Maine SBDC provides high-quality, individualized business assistance through one-on-one business advising to Maine entrepreneurs and small businesses in all aspects of business management; conduct and/or organize information and training programs that build small firm capacity to operate, compete and thrive; navigate micro and small business access to capital; and aid access to information, technology, markets and research that assists business owners in the profitable operation of their business.

The Project Coordinator is a key member of the Maine SBDC team and is responsible for the Maine SBDC website and marketing communications to promote and maintain visibility of the SBDC program and its services. The Project Coordinator will work to target underserved communities in Maine which include non-White, Hispanic, Disabled, Veteran, Rural, and Women.

The position manages and promotes all aspects of statewide events. In addition to marketing-related activities, the Project Coordinator helps to support statewide programs and initiatives. This position must be well informed and keep up-to-date with local, state and national small business news and events.

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This is a full-time, two-year grant funded position with an annual salary of $47,000 commensurate with experience. This position will be located in Portland, Maine and a hybrid work schedule is available.

The University of Southern Maine is a deeply personal, welcoming campus community. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located. We are committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society.

The University of Southern Maine is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. It embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports the University of Southern Maine's DEIA and Community Impact focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

We live our USM Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day. We are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

The University of Southern Maine provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes holidays, vacation and sick time; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employee and eligible dependents; a 403(b) retirement plan; and more.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree and 5 years of professional experience.

* High level of competence with Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software),

* Excellent organizational, oral and written communication and interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

* Experience with graphic design, marketing, social media and online survey tools.

* Demonstrated experience in meeting and event coordination.

License/Certifications:

* Ability to provide own transportation (fully-insured vehicle), provide proof of a valid driver's license, and compliance with Maine law regarding vehicle insurance.

Other Information:

To apply please click on "APPLY FOR POSITION" at the bottom of this page or visit USM Jobs.

You will create an applicant profile and complete an application and upload a cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

We will examine candidate packages on an ongoing basis as they are submitted.

All application materials must be received by April 21, 2024.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

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 nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Work Year Calendar:

Fiscal Year (12 Months)

Required Documents:

Cover Letter, CV/Resume