The University of Southern Maine’s Student Affairs Division seeks a Coordinator of Student Engagement and Belonging. The University of Southern Maine's Office of Student Affairs (https://usm.maine.edu/student-affairs/) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment that prioritizes student success. By offering a wide array of partnerships, programs, resources, and services, the office aims to create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, and justice. This support system is designed to help students thrive both during their time at the university and in their future endeavors. The Coordinator of Student Engagement and Belonging (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OcgTmEQPuq-0bKJpmHj0ZHnsliGeRMYB/view?usp=sharing) will develop and implement programs that focus on the social, educational, recreational, and wellness needs of students with a dedicated focus on inclusion and belonging initiatives. They will assist in facilitating co-curricular opportunities for students that include campus engagement events, leadership and developmental activities, conferences, etc. The Coordinator will work the Student Affairs division to foster a living and learning environment that is safe and inclusive for all students, including students from underrepresented backgrounds. This is a full-time position with a starting annual salary of $45,000. This position can be located on the Portland or Gorham Campus, with expectation to provide service on all three campuses. The University of Southern Maine provides highly competitive benefits (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/benefits-and-wellness/#xd\_co\_f=OTZlMjgzOTAtNWZlOS00NDI4LWI0ZTMtNThjMGVjNDRkOTA3~) that include generous paid time off (13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time); health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-UMPSA.pdf) . Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree and at least one (1) year of relevant experience including program development. + Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of best practices in student engagement and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment within higher education. The University of Southern Maine (https://usm.maine.edu/) is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University (https://usm.maine.edu/about-our-university/) . The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives. We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. To apply, select ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom of this page or at USM Careers (http://usm.careers.maine.edu/) and submit the following materials: + Cover Letter + Resume/Curriculum Vitae + Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references. We will begin reviewing candidate packages immediately. All materials must be submitted by March 16, 2025. Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate. At this time, the University of Southern Maine is unable to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. 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. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF) (https://usm.maine.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/) . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email (usmdeanofstudents@maine.edu) or call 207.780.4035. EEO 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 nondiscrimination 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).