Director of Career Services

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is seeking to hire a Director of Career Services. The Director of Career Services will play a pivotal role in preparing students for successful careers beyond their university experience. They will lead the design, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive career readiness programs that equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive in the competitive job market.

This position reports to the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and collaborates closely with faculty, staff, employers, workforce education, and alumni relations to ensure alignment with industry trends and student needs. The Director serves both a residential campus and a geographically distributed population of online and competency-based learners.

The Director of Career Service functions as the architect of a scalable career services system, building the tools, partnerships, and referral pathways that extend across both student populations.

This position is based in an office setting and follows a Monday through Friday, 40-hour workweek. Schedule flexibility may be established with the supervisor as needed, particularly to accommodate campus events and student consultations.

For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the full job description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PzYwfhJf8yUWp2wP\_5Uwxfs\_JOGkwAEH/view?usp=sharing) .

The salary for this full time position is $60,000.00. The university will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion depending on skills and experience. The University of Maine System offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs. Visit our benefits website (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) to learn more.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and successful project management skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff, students and community organizational representatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree

• 3 years of experience working in higher education Experience organizing or coordinating internships

• Experience serving online, distance, or adult learners

• Experience in employer relations, partnership development, or workforce engagement

• Familiarity with a career readiness competency framework, such as the NACE competencies

• Ability to work independently and build programs

How to apply

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page at 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:

• For full consideration, applications must be received by September 21, 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 (UMPI) has helped students build successful professional careers. UMPI offers life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment for 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from Maine, across the United States, and around the world.

To learn more, visit the University of Maine at Presque Isle website (https://www.umpi.edu/) .

Situated on 150 acres amidst the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine, UMPI strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development throughout Aroostook County and the State of Maine. Serving as an educational and cultural center for the area, university facilities host lectures, academic programs, concerts, dance performances, art exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region. You can also explore community resources and regional attractions by reading more about what Aroostook County has to offer (https://visitaroostook.com/) .

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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) .