Coordinator of Student Life

Coordinator of Student Life - Augusta Campus

UMA is seeking a full‑time Coordinator of Student Life for its Augusta campus to begin on or after 7/1/26. This position collaborates with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Life in cultivating a sense of community and providing opportunities for student growth and development that supports the University’s mission. The position assists the Assistant Director of Student Life in supporting the work of the student government, and collaborates with other members of the UMA community to provide a broad range of opportunities to promote the social, educational, professional, cultural and holistic development of a diverse student body.

This position is the lead staff member responsible for planning and executing all student activities on the Augusta campus, with a special focus on in‑person engagement.

Complete job description

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• A minimum of two years of experience in event planning, student activities or leadership development
• A Maine driver’s license and qualifications to be approved as a driver of University vehicles

• Master’s degree in a related field (Student Development, Adult Education, etc.)
• Two or more years of experience in higher education

The hiring salary for this position is mid 40's to low 50's and is commensurate with training, education, and experience and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion.

UMA offers a wide range of benefits including tuition benefits for employee and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Council of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

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

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

• A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. One of the references must be a recent supervisor.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 5/20/26 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high‑quality distance and on‑site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third‑largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state.

With its multiple locations and long‑term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

UMA serves a mix of traditional and non‑traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates, and associate and baccalaureate degrees. Programs are delivered on campus, online, and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally. Classes can be taught through the following modalities: in‑person, online, distance synchronous, hyflex, and hybrid/blended.

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…