Professional Academic Advisor

at University of Maine System in Presque Isle, Maine, United States Job Description The University of Maine at Presque Isle is seeking a student-focused and collaborative professional to join our dynamic Advising Center team as a Professional Academic Advisor. This full-time position is based on the UMPI campus in Presque Isle, Maine and generally works a Monday-Friday, 40-hour per week schedule, with occasional evening or weekend hours as needed. The Professional Academic Advisor plays a key role in supporting students throughout their academic journey by providing holistic advising, academic planning, and mentorship that promotes student success, retention, and degree completion. This position works closely with faculty within assigned colleges and departments, the Advising team, and campus partners including Admissions, Student Affairs, Student Records, and Student Financial Services to support students from enrollment through graduation. For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the full job description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tcw9KmDiiJH65oA2st73TwCeNf5qO85t/view?usp=sharinghttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1tcw9KmDiiJH65oA2st73TwCeNf5qO85t/view?usp=sharing) . The salary for this full time on campus position is $45,300.00. The university will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion depending on skills and experience. Additional benefits include medical, retirement, 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. Visit our benefits website to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. + Experience in academic advising or student support services in higher education. Preferred Qualifications + Experience in academic advising or student support services in higher education. + Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. + Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population. + Experience with student information systems and advising technologies. How to apply Materials must be submitted via "Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page (http://umpi.careers.maine.edu/) . For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following: + Cover letter + Resume Important Information About the

Recruitment Process:

+ Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. For full consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the University. + Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of professional references. + A background check will be conducted for the selected candidate. + Please note: The University is unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. About the University For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment. Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found at https://www.umpi.edu/ The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region's premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region. Learn more about what Aroostook County has to offer here (https://visitaroostook.com/) . Equal Opportunity Statement-The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/. Clery Act- The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, ( ASR ) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report (https://www.umpi.edu/files/offices/security/annual-security-report.pdf) . If you have any questions, contact Safety and Security 111 Campus Center 181 Main St., Presque Isle, ME 04769

Phone:

(207) 768-9580. About the University of Maine System The University of Maine System ( UMS ), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine. Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) . To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account