The Program Director ensures that the purpose and value of the UMaine 4-H Centers at Bryant Pond and Greenland Point is realized through the development and implementation of programs that support the mission of 4-H and UMaine Cooperative Extension. This position is expected to serve as a role model for staff by maintaining a high degree of professionalism, exhibiting exemplary leadership and teaching skills, and bringing positive energy to the job. In addition this position will serve as Director on Duty and be responsible for risk management (program and facility) during specific program offerings. The base of operations for this position is the UMaine Bryant Pond 4-H Center, Bryant Pond, ME. The typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $45,000 to $55,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing. Further information can be found on our Together for Maine website.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in outdoor education, or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of significant work experience in camp/outdoor education program leadership.
• Ability to communicate effectively using oral, written and electronic methods.
• Demonstrated computer and educational technology skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in an autonomous work environment as well as work effectively as part of a team, and able to achieve and document measurable results.
• Demonstrated management, organizational, and facilitation skills, including the ability to handle conflict.
• Ability to travel both in and out-of-state normally requiring a valid driver's license.
• Ability to occasionally lift 30 to 50 pounds.
• Wilderness First Responder and CPR Certifications. 

Preferred:

• Master’s degree with a focus in outdoor education, or closely related discipline. 
• Demonstrated skills in designing and delivering programs. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage educational program budgets.
• Knowledge of University of Maine Cooperative Extension and its educational programs.
• Proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, as well as Google Drive and document management software. 
• Experience working with diverse audiences; knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion; and understanding of equal opportunity, affirmative action and civil rights policies.

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Review of applications to begin: July 31, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. 

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair: Ryder Scott (ryder.scott@maine.edu)

Appropriate background checks are required.

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 nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).