Statement of the job
The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire an Executive Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations . The Advancement Office is committed to offering exceptional fundraising services, knowledge, and counsel to donors, prospective donors, and the leadership of the institution. Internal and external contacts are many and varied. By seeking private contributions in order to increase the margin of excellence of its educational institution, it establishes and implements a wide range of policies and procedures for individual donors, contributing alumni, friends, corporations and foundations. Within this context, the Executive Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations is charged with directing the Annual Fund, providing comprehensive support to the University of Maine at Fort Kent Alumni Association and the University of Maine at Fort Kent Foundation including the management of annual meetings, financial records and events, and building relationships with prospective donors and organizations to secure philanthropic support, and enhancing the relationship between UMFK Alumni and the University of Maine at Fort Kent Alumni Association.
This is an on-campus, 12-month position.
Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the annual salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 . The University System provides competitive benefits that include paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution; and much more. The University System is also a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.
For all job requirements and required duties please review the complete job description here .
About the University
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.
Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries.
The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley and forests of New England provide UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. 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. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 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 at large.
UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.
Required Qualifications
- Earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Strong communication skills including excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal skills;
- One to three years of experience in fund-raising and event planning;
- Experience with budgeting, bookkeeping/or accounting;
- Office and financial management;
- Proficient with Microsoft suite software
Preferred Qualifications
- Earned master’s degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Three-five years of experience in fund-raising and donor relations;
- Experience in event planning and administration; volunteer coordination and non-profit 501.3.c organizations.
The successful candidate should demonstrate the following: enthusiasm and initiative in carrying out plans and activities; flexibility; attention to detail; commitment to maintaining confidentiality; ability to handle multiple projects and tasks; and ability to work collaboratively with other offices on campus, alumni and donors, and volunteers.
Applying for position
To apply click on “Apply Now” below or visit the UMFK Careers Page at https://umfk.careers.maine.edu/ .
For your application to be considered complete you must submit a cover letter and a resume/ CV.
Finalist candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for references.
Review of Applicants will begin immediately.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background checks are required.
Equal Opportunity 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 non-discrimination 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).
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. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report . If you have any questions, contact Student Affairs at (207) 834-7587.
