The coordinator will support the continued development of the Local Catch Network (LCN), a hub for knowledge exchange and innovation to support and catalyze local and community-based seafood systems across North America. The coordinator will work in collaboration with the Executive Committee, network members, and external partners to strengthen and build the network by incubating projects and programs that further the goals and priorities for vibrant local seafood systems, equitable food access, environmental sustainability, economic vitality, and healthy coastal communities. The coordinator will oversee network communication and collaboration and assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating outreach and training programs. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is $60,000 - $65,000 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.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

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 and minimum of 3 to 5 years professional experience involved in commercial fisheries, food systems, or other relevant fields.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively both as part of a team, and with significant independence, depending on the varied nature of day-to-day tasks.
• Knowledge of commercial fisheries, food systems, and/or related fields.
• Excellent computer skills, including experience with creating and posting content to a website content management system and social media platforms.
• Excellent skills in written and oral communication.
• Ability to travel (domestic and international) in order to deepen relationships with network members and partners. Performing these essential duties requires a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Experience planning virtual and in-person events and meetings, educational programs, and formal and informal meetings.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, and working independently.
• Strong organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.

Preferred:

• Experience with grant writing and reporting.

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.

Search Timeline is as follows:
Review of applications to begin: March 15, 2023
Screening interviews to begin no earlier than:  March 15, 2023
Virtual interviews to begin no earlier than: March 21, 2023
Tentative start date: May 1, 2023

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Joshua Stoll at joshua.stoll@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).