What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor position at University of Maine?
The Academic Advisor is one of three staff positions in the ELH Academic Support Center (ASC). ASC staff support faculty, staff, and students across the college’s 11 academic units and 24 undergraduate majors, handling a high volume of requests. This position provides academic advising for designated programs within ELH and assists with additional student support functions in the ASC. Additionally, this position contributes to new academic initiatives within the college and the ASC. Typical hiring salary for this position is $50,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Complete Job Description
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of 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.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Typically has the education associated with a master’s degree in a related field and at least three years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Significant experience with undergraduate students in higher education.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing on sensitive student matters.
- Working knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Office and Google programs and willingness to learn new software applications.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of UMaine policies and academic programs; understanding of ELH programs.
- Experience with MaineStreet and Navigate platforms.
- Previous college academic advising experience. Working knowledge of FERPA and mandatory reporting requirements.
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Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on May 8, 2026.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Rachel Smith .
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Salary : $50,000