Sharing for UMA TRIO Scholars: ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Michael Corlew <[log in to unmask]> Date: Mon, Dec 12, 2022 at 9:44 AM *College Success Counselor I, TRIO program * <https://uma.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=79632&job=college-success-counselor-i-trio-program-updated-12-8-22&collection=true> Position Type:Salaried Location:Augusta ME Statement of Job: Do you want to be part of a team that provides a sense of community and empowers students to achieve their educational goals? If so, this may be the perfect job for you! TRIO Scholars is a student support service that is funded by a federal grant to serve students who are the first in their families to earn a bachelor's degree, meet Federal income guidelines or have a documented disability. The TRIO department amplifies and intensifies many services found on campus and focuses specifically on helping students navigate all of the aspects of college. To learn more about the UMA TRIO program, please visit our website. The University of Maine at Augusta and the TRIO department are seeking applicants for the full-time position of College Success Counselor I on our Augusta campus. This position will work with the Director and other TRIO staff to provide direct service and support to students through academic, career and college planning, and degree completion services in order to achieve standardized program goals and objectives in accordance with the grant. Salary: The hiring salary range for this position is in the high 30 to low 40s and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits: The University provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes: holidays, vacation, and sick time; health dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees (free) and their eligible dependents (discounted); a 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% university contribution, and more. View our Benefits Information Summary to learn more. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Updated 12/2/22) - Competency in providing student guidance - Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills - Computer literacy, including familiarity with spreadsheets and databases - Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize - Strong organizational and record-keeping skills Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in Human Services, Education, Student Personnel Administration, Social Work or other related fields, or some graduate work - Experience providing direct student service in higher education - Relevant experience with working with first-generation college students, individuals with low income, and/or individuals with disabilities The University of Maine at Augusta is an EEO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 Boudreau Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5754 or at 207.581.1226. For more info, see the full job posting: https://uma.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=79632&job=college-success-counselor-i-trio-program-updated-12-8-22&collection=true -- Michael Corlew, College Success Counselor TRiO Scholars Program (207) 262-7826 Book an appointment with me <https://michaelcorlew.youcanbook.me/>: https://michaelcorlew.youcanbook.me/ Not a TRIO Scholar? Apply here. <https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?UnivofMaineSystem&layout_id=50> -- Kate Walsh | 207-949-6501 cell Advisor, Maine Educational Opportunity Center Pronouns: she/her/hers https://meoc.maine.edu/ See my schedule at https://meoc.maine.edu/kw/