The Office of Graduate Studies is seeking a Part-time Program Coordinator to support our graduate student population. This position is responsible for leading the planning, organizing, strategizing, and implementation of the Graduate Research Opportunity Program (GRO) pilot year and planning for year 2, providing professional-level support to the Director and Assistant Director of Graduate Studies as well as the GRO planning committee, students, and other stakeholders. This is a fixed length position through June 30, 2023, with schedule flexibility and the possibility of remote work.

The Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) is the hub of graduate student support and advocacy. We are committed to fostering an empowered, equitable, interconnected graduate student community of experienced and confident researchers, practitioners, and leaders. To learn more about The Office of Graduate Studies click here.

This is a part-time fixed length position with an annual salary up to $15,950 commensurate with experience and includes benefits. The position is located in Portland but much of the work can be done remotely.

For a full job description to learn more about the essential duties and responsibilities click here.

The University community is committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates.

We live our USM Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day. We are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

The University of Southern Maine provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes: Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, & Sick), Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Tuition Waiver Program , a 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of relevant work experience

To apply click on “APPLY FOR POSITION” at the bottom of this page or visit us at USM Jobs.

You will need to upload a cover letter and a resume/curriculum vitae. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

All required materials must be submitted by October 12, 2022.

We are unable to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Southern Maine 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.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Office of Equal Opportunity, Room 101, Boudreau Hall, Orono, ME 04469, (207) 581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)