Admissions Operations Coordinator

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire a Coordinator of Admissions Operations.

This position plays a critical role in supporting recruitment and enrollment efforts through the management of admissions processing operations, application and document review, student information systems, and office operations. The Coordinator of Admissions Operations is responsible for maintaining admissions-related data, processing applications and supporting documentation, coordinating campus visits, and ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the Admissions Office. The position also serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) for international students, managing SEVIS records and supporting immigration-related processes.

Working collaboratively with admissions staff, campus partners, prospective students, and families, the successful candidate will help create a positive and supportive admissions experience while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

The salary for this position is $45,300.32 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits 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.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in higher education admissions, records management, administrative operations, or a related field.
• Experience working with data management systems, databases, and office technology platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and detailed processes.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and records.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to prospective students, families, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Knowledge of student information systems and CRM platforms.
• Experience working with electronic transcript processing and test score data exchange.

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.

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.

The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 4,000 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 t Kent, one of Maine’s northernmost towns, is the beginning of two highways: U.S. Route 1 and Route 11. The famous scenic U.S. Route 1 starts in Fort Kent and passes through the easternmost towns of Maine bordering Canada and ends up in Key West, Florida.

The town also serves as a gateway to the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. From the Allagash Waterway through a forested wilderness, an adventurous canoe trip will take one down to the St. John River. Excellent alpine and cross-country skiing are additional attractions of the community. Of special note is the five-minute walk from the UMFK campus to the beautiful Fish River which flows into the St.

John River that serves as the international boundary between Maine and New Brunswick, Canada.

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