Senior Fiscal & Administrative Coordinator Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

Senior Fiscal & Administrative Coordinator
Orono, ME, United States (On-site)

JOB INFO

Job Identification
1539
Job Category
Fiscal,Finance and Business
Posting Date
06/09/2025, 12:24 PM
Locations
College Avenue, Orono, ME, 04469, US
(On-site)
Business Unit
University of Maine
Job Schedule
Full time
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Department
UM VP Research
Bargaining Unit
Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for facilitating and enhancing research related financial and administration activities at the University of Maine. The typical hiring range for this position is $55,000 to $58,000 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:

Associates degree in related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Typically requires three to five years of additional relevant professional experience.

Preferred:

BS degree in business, finance or accounting.
Experience with financial account management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Peoplesoft.
Experience with office and data mgt. software including Google Suite, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Experience with UM/UMS procedures and policies.
Experience with externally funded project account management.
Ability to travel normally requiring a valid driver’s license.
Ability to work creatively and independently within a team environment, and to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Prior professional experience in higher education.
Prior experience in project management.
Macro programming experience with Excel.

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 June 23, 2025.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Jenn Baker, jennifer.l.archer@maine.edu. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.