Resident Life Coordinator Position Available In Washington, Maine

Resident Life Coordinator
Machias, ME, United States (On-site)

JOB INFO

Job Identification
1311
Job Category
Student Life Services
Posting Date
04/17/2025, 12:46 PM
Locations 9 O’Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, 04654, US
(On-site)
Business Unit
University of Maine
Job Schedule
Full time
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Department
UM Residence Halls Machias
Bargaining Unit
Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Residence Life Coordinator for Student Affairs is a full-time, live-in professional staff member whose primary purpose is to support student programing, oversight of residence halls, supervision of residence hall student staff, assist with student conduct, and assist with general student support. The Residence Life Coordinator advises and supports the student staff and enthusiastically aids in the planning and implementation of all resident student programming supported in the residential areas. The Residence Life Coordinator will also supervise student activities staff and support on-campus evening student activities programs. They are expected to blend structured office hours with flexible in-hall time to create a schedule that allows them to be available and to have frequent contact with students and student staff members. The Residence Life Coordinator serves as a positive role model within the campus community by actively supporting the mission, philosophy, and programs of the entire university. The Residence Life Coordinator is expected to exercise creativity, to be highly visible, and be substantially involved in campus life. Typical hiring range for this position is $43,951 to $51,506 commensurate with qualifications and experience. About the

University:

The University of Maine at Machias (UMM), the regional campus of the University of Maine, awards baccalaureate and associate degrees, and certificates. Established in 1909, it is the easternmost university campus in the United States, located on the Gulf of Maine and surrounded by rivers, forests, fishing villages, and blueberry barrens. This unspoiled portion of the Atlantic coast is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities and quality of life. UMM serves approximately 750 students with a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. The academic experience emphasizes learning both in the classroom and in experiential settings, with a focus on community-engaged educational opportunities. The area’s bountiful natural resources, and rich environmental, recreational, cultural, and education traditions inform the campus. The University of Maine at Machias 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. For more information about Machias, Maine, please click here.

Qualifications:

Required:

A bachelor’s degree in education, human development, psychology, social work, counseling, or a related, human interaction-focused field and up to one-year related experience on a college campus working with students.
Experience with programming or event planning and implementation is expected.

Preferred:

A master’s degree in higher education, student personnel, or a related field and experience living and working in a residence hall environment. 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 5, 2025. For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Hope Shore at hope.shore@maine.edu or 207-255-1320. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. 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 non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).