University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) is looking to hire a Director of Residential Life. The Director of Residence Life serves as an integral member of the Student Affairs team responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive program of services that support a positive living and learning experience for students living in the residence halls. Additionally, the Director will also support and execute the summer camps and conference program in conjunction with a third party conference administrator, Facilities, and the Marketing department’s leadership. The Director lives on campus and leads a team of Resident Assistants and coordinates the residential responsibilities of the Student Activities Coordinator to enhance the social, cultural and educational development of all residents.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the salary for this full time position is $42,643 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

Complete job description can be viewed here.

UMFK’s mission is to nurture and engage a diversity of undergraduate learners and aspiring professionals through affordable, technologically-enhanced, and professionally-focused educational programs. The faculty, staff, and surrounding communities help students develop into engaged and productive citizens who appreciate the natural environment and cultural opportunities in the immediate area and across the globe.

Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries.

The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley at the northern stretch of the Appalachian Mountains and forests of New England provides UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. The University and surrounding communities also play important roles in preserving, cultivating, and celebrating the Franco-American/Acadian culture in the St. John Valley and housing one of two Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes in the nation. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. Must demonstrate and utilize a high level of creativity, innovation, and project management skills. Experience in higher education, residence life, and leadership develop programs preferred. Must understand the needs of contemporary college students and develop programs and services to meet these needs and positively impact retention efforts.

Materials must be submitted via “Apply For Position.” You will need to create an applicant profile, complete an application (which includes contact information for three professional references), and upload a cover letter and a resume/curriculum vitae which fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications. You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form.

Review of applications begins immediately and will remain open until filled.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.