Area Coordinator Job at University of New England
The University of New England seeks an Area Coordinator (AC) to join the Department of Housing and Residential/Commuter Life team. UNE is a vibrant institution with campuses in Biddeford and Portland, Maine as well as Tangier, Morocco. With 2,300 full-time undergraduate students and a total enrollment of over 8,000 students, UNE is Maine’s largest private institution of higher education. UNE’s undergraduate residential campus is located in the cozy, coastal town of Biddeford. Biddeford is located just 18 miles south of Portland, Maine’s largest city, and only 90 miles from Boston. Situated at the mouth of the Saco River, the Biddeford campus features ten residence halls housing over 1,500 students. The University’s 3-year undergraduate residency requirement, coupled with our living-learning communities, numerous student involvement and recreation opportunities, and 17 NCAA Division III varsity sports, create a vibrant campus life for our student body. UNE provides a rigorous academic experience for students with a 13:1 student to faculty ratio, average class size of 22 and 41% of seniors having worked with or currently working with faculty on research projects. UNE students study abroad at five times the national average, highlighting the institution’s commitment to global education. In 2016, 93% of our graduates were employed or enrolled in post graduate studies within six months of graduation.
Responsibilities
Serving as student-facing members of the Division of Student Affairs, the work of the Area Coordinator (AC) is structured to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Priorities of the University of New England (UNE). Employed by the Department of Housing and Residential/Commuter Life at UNE, the AC is a full-time, 12-month live-in professional employee. The AC is supervised by the Director of Housing and Residential/Commuter Life but also reports to, is trained/directed by and is accountable to, the Associate Director.
UNE ACs are expected to initiate “high touch” front-line connections with students which requires them to track/report student interactions and concerns. ACs provide direct oversight of their designated residence hall(s). They select, train and supervise Resident Advisors as they lead their team in building communities that are developmental, respectful, safe, inclusive and supportive of student learning. ACs implement the department’s Community Development Model through the planning and implementation of campus wide programs. They approach this objective with both student development theory and learning outcomes in mind.
The AC team shares in daily duty coverage on a rotational basis. They are expected to provide oversight for emergency situations and to implement appropriate procedures. Working with the Director of Student Resolutions, they interpret and enforce policies and procedures governing student behavior.
As a result of these obligations, this position does not conform to a standard 9-5 style work day and it does require the individual to work nights and weekends.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to social justice, inclusion, and equity by championing programming, advocacy, and support for diverse communities.
Employee Benefits: UNE offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. The package includes varied health and dental plans as well as other core benefits, a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match and extensive paid leave (holiday, vacation, sick and personal time as well as a vareity of tuition benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site-
https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits- for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.
Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Student Personnel or other appropriate discipline is preferred. This position requires demonstrated live-in experience or a combination of education and experience with comparable knowledge and skills.
- Experience in supervising students and/or advising a student club/organization is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience working effectively within a residence life department.
- Ability to meet and enforce deadlines, take initiative, and work independently to complete complex assignments.
- Ability to collaborate extensively with a wide range of University personnel and others outside the University.
- Superior communication (written and oral), interpersonal, ambassadorial, presentation, and organizational skills. Target audiences could include not only students but also parents, faculty, staff or community members.
- Ability to analyze information and problem solve.
- Area Coordinators are required to live on campus and maintain a high level of visibility in the residence halls, dining halls and at campus events.
- Commitment to a student-centered approach, demonstrated initiative in reaching out and building relationships.
- Must be able to participate in an on-call duty rotation, and work nights/weekends.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors will not be permitted to have an adverse influence upon decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
For those working in health care and clinical settings only: In order to protect the health and safety of the groups served, all students and employees who work in health care and clinical settings are required by Maine law to be vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the start of employment. Maine only allows for medical exemptions to the policy. If you believe you are eligible for a medical exemption to the vaccine policy, after receiving a conditional offer of employment, you may seek the exemption through Human Resources. That process will include presenting documentation from your health care provider that outlines your medical conditions that qualify for a medical exemption and the provider’s authorization of the medical exemption. Please note that individuals who are required to be vaccinated per Maine law as a condition of employment will not be employed or permitted to work until they are in compliance with the policy.
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