Statement of the job

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking an Admissions Counselor/Recruiter. The Admissions Counselor/ Recruiter is responsible for the recruitment and evaluation of students within a designated recruitment territory. The primary responsibility is marketing the University’s academic programs to students from high schools and technical high schools through presentations, personal visits, telephone, text messaging and e-mail communications. Responsibilities further include running reports under the direction of the Director of Admissions. In addition, the counselor will also participate in recruitment activities on campus including but not limited to: personal interviews and tours, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, Summer Institutes, and may represent the University at various other campus and community functions as assigned. Evening and weekend hours and extensive travel in and out of state are required.

Works closely with all members of the Admissions team and maintains relationships with faculty and enrollment-related offices and staff, in particular acting as the liaison between the Admissions Office and Athletic Staff. In addition, this position will maintain relations with school counseling throughout their designated recruitment territories.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the salary range is $43,888 to $45,000 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits Single Page Benefits-UMPSA (Word) (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2024/06/Single-Page-Benefits-UMPSA.docx) 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.

Job Description (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1N2bAWD64l5Do47utluyu-cIM1mrRKagZ)

Key Responsibilities Include (not limited to)

• Recruit freshmen by effectively managing geographic territories, scheduling, and performing recruitment presentations at schools, college fairs or other appropriate locations and events; and conducting informational meetings and interviews.

• Provide educational counseling and advising to prospective traditional and non-traditional students and their families.

• Rate prospective students according to the likelihood of their eventual enrollment and effectively guide prospective students through the application process from inquiry to enrollment.

• Manage administrative time to include developing and maintaining a travel schedule that supports the marketing initiatives, data entry of contacts (inquiries and prospective students) in appropriate electronic databases, conferring with admissions staff, and restocking of travel materials.

• Run regular and ad hoc reports under the guidance of the Director of Admissions

• Maintain sufficient office hours to function as an active, informed member of the UMFK staff.

• Coordinate regular contact with prospective students by appropriate faculty members and administrators.

Required Knowledge and Skills

This position requires strong planning and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to positively represent the University of Maine at Fort Kent to the public at large. Excellent verbal and written skills, including public speaking skills; able to work independently and as a member of a team; high level of initiative; outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/deadlines; an outgoing, positive, professional manner; ability to connect, motivate, and inspire people, especially youth; perseverance; attention to detail; excellent organizational skills; ability to relate to a diverse pool of prospective college students with tact, diplomacy and discretion; and computer literacy required. Knowledge of the admissions process, proficiency in a foreign language (other than English) and proficiency in MS Word, Excel,

Outlook and relational databases preferred. Related enrollment management, sales or marketing experience preferred

Required Qualifications

• Counselor: Bachelor’s degree and required knowledge, skills and abilities outlined below.

Position Requirements

• Extensive overnight travel (roughly 50% of the time) that will frequently require being away from home for long periods of time.

• Working and driving for extended periods of time and ability to load, unload, transport and assemble display materials.

• Valid, unrestricted state driver's license and ability to travel internationally.

Applying for position

To apply click on “Apply Now” below or visit the UMFK Careers Page at https://umfk.careers.maine.edu/.

For your application to be considered complete you must submit a cover letter and a resume/ CV.

Finalist candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for references.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background checks are required.

About the University

Located on the northernmost border of Maine, the University of Maine at Fort Kent is a career-focused campus offering relevant, experiential, academic programs and services with personalized attention. UMFK’s diverse student population enjoys the opportunity to live and learn in a beautiful, natural setting and a caring, friendly atmosphere where they thrive as engaged members of the community.

Our vision is that UMFK will transform students into professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to meet the evolving demands of a modern workforce.

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 and forests of New England provide 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. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 people who are active in various festivals, community gatherings, and civic work. UMFK is embedded near the center of town allowing easy access to amenities and the community at large.

UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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).

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.umfk.edu/safety/security/) . If you have any questions, contact Student Affairs at (207) 834-7587.

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) .