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Director of Student Events & Alumni Engagement, COM

University of New England Biddeford, ME Similar Jobs

Closing: Not specified

Job Summary

Dates

Opening date: 25-04-2024
Closing date: not available

Responsibilities

Design and implement activities and events that support COM’s mission including: Leading development of signature events for the college including but not limited to the UNE COM White Coat Ceremony, Alumni Weekend, and all alumni events at regional and national professional organization meetings.
Planning, organizing, and executing all aspects of UNE COM Fourth Year celebratory experiences, including but not limited to Match Day, Senior Week, and Graduation related events.
Represent the COM at monthly UNE COM Alumni Association meetings and serve as support staff for UNE COM Alumni Association.
Oversee UNE COM alumni mentoring events and programming, including but not limited to speed networking, alumni & student receptions, and Reunion Weekend.
Oversee organization and annual implementation of Alumni “life mentor” program.
Work with clinical education on student-recent graduate partnering for residency advising.
Plan, supervise, coordinate and perform a wide range of staff support functions in collaboration with the Staff Assistant related to medical student clubs and organizations.
Oversee the training and supervision of student club and organizations leaders.
Support students in the coordination for arrangements for all necessary support services and facilities.
Administer and oversee the operating budgets of assigned functions, including all student clubs and organizations.
Develop and modify programs/operating systems in response to student needs and institutional objectives.
Collaborate with offices to ensure consistency and quality communication efforts.
Provide on-campus presence and interact with COM students and alumni at major events to encourage engagement and connection.
Create and oversee the strategic development and assessment of all office communications ensuring compliance with the University’s Brand Identity Guidelines and communication policies.
Plan, design, and write content for alumni-focused communications — electronic, print or social media as appropriate and warranted.
Develop and execute alumni-focused surveys.
Stay updated on current developments in Student Affairs in higher education as well as Medical Education and related support areas.
Attend various professional meetings and conferences.
Supervise staff assistant or coordinator as appropriate.
Assist the Associate Dean of Recruitment, Student & Alumni Services in developing and administering other COM student services programs as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned to meet Department, College and University goals and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, with Masters preferred, plus at least three years to five years of highly responsible administrative /coordinative experience or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
In-depth experience in a medical school or related setting that would provide one with significant knowledge of medical education, is preferred.
Ability to deal effectively with prospective and current medical students, pre-med and other college advisors, UNE COM faculty/staff/alumni, and others.
Well-developed administrative and organizational skills that will enable individual to handle demanding, high volume, diverse workload.
Ability to relate well with others and perform duties with a high degree of integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to professional ethical standard.
Well-developed skills in public relations and conference/event planning and execution.
Well-developed skills in word processing, database development and management.
Ability to regularly work evenings and week-ends as needed.
Preferred: Knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA and other key practices
Knowledge of iModules, Banner and other University software

Benefits

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.

Notes

Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Biddeford, ME
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Number: 2022PS0389P
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
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 should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Assistant Director of Tuition Planning & Student Service

University of New England Biddeford, ME Similar Jobs

Closing: Not specified

Job Summary

Dates

Opening date: 07-03-2024
Closing date: not available

Responsibilities

Assist with contacting students/families requiring more in-depth support and options for college financial planning; working with families identified as needing additional review of financial circumstances.
Inform and advise students and parents—in person, by email, and on the phone— regarding available aid programs, eligibility criteria, application and award processes, debt history, loan options, loan obligations, and the like. Assist in completing and processing applications.
Deliver high level of customer service in accordance with current and developing standards of the department, which involve embracing a student-centric philosophy, to create an exceptional student experience for prospective and current students as well as alumni.
Assist with billing outreach; contact families with outstanding balances and offer information and options.
Assist with student retention efforts by helping to work with students in danger of withdrawing due to financial reasons.
Assist with improving and delivering communications (i.e. written, in-person, visual, website).
Assist in coordinating and participating outgoing call campaigns.
Help to establish and oversee regular monitoring of Student Financial Services social media.
Assist in developing and disseminating financial literacy and student debt management tools and strategies; assist in delivering student workshops and informational sessions & events (i.e. Student Wellness Fair; Student Orientation).
Assisting in data collection related to student contact and outreach to determine effectiveness of outreach strategies (i.e. call center data, other traffic flow data, social media data).
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred and three to five years in Student Financial Services, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Familiarity with financial aid process preferred.
Familiarity with higher education setting preferred.
Excellent communication skills in order to successfully counsel students and respond to student concerns; ability to be compassionate and empathetic when faced with difficult family situations; ability to establish relationships with students and families.
Ability to create and design communications in a variety of mediums and formats.
Solid word processing, spreadsheet and research/data analysis capabilities.
Experience with Banner or other higher education software preferred.
Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings, as needed, in order to access students and do presentations and workshops.
Sales experience a plus.

Benefits

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits.

Notes

Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Biddeford, ME
Open Date: 03/07/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled
EEO Statement: 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.
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Posting Number: 2022PS0325P

Director of Capital Budget and Planning

University of New England Portland, ME Similar Jobs

Closing: Not specified

Job Summary

Dates

Opening date: 07-02-2024
Closing date: not available

Responsibilities

Direct management of the University’s long-range financial plan ensuring operating budget, fundraising, investment, debt, capital projects, and other non-operating activities are properly captured and forecasted.
Manage and provide reporting on the University’s multi-year capital budget that includes annual capital renewals, planned capital investments, and ongoing deferred maintenance.
Aid in the development of detailed funding, financing, and acquisition plans for capital projects on the multi-year plan, and the preparation of capital project funding approval materials for the Board of Trustees.
Develop and monitor capital expenditure plans in consultation with Associate Vice President of Finance and Administration, Facilities Management, and Information Technology Services.
Maintenance of the multi-year financial plan and monitor progress towards established financial benchmarks in accordance with the University’s financial strategic plan adopted by the Board of Trustees.
Coordinate with external partners to manage process associated with financial strategic planning and University debt issuances.
Developing and managing critical relationships with key stakeholders such as Vice Presidents, Deans, Associate Deans, Department Heads, Directors, Financial Managers and Controller.
Develop and maintain ongoing financial reports and presentations for senior financial leadership, Board of Trustees, divisions and departments.
Provide analytical support for special projects as requested by UNE’s executive leadership in the areas of capital budget, debt planning, and financial planning and analysis.
Maintain capital budget process and policy documents.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least seven years of experience in increasingly responsible related positions.
At least 7 years of budget, finance or accounting experience required with 5 years of capital and debt budget and planning, forecasting and financial analysis experience strategically supporting a leadership management team.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of current best practices in the areas of capital budgeting, debt planning, long-range financial planning, financial ratio analysis, analytics, and forecasting.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a climate of strong ethics, trust, and credibility; work collaboratively with units across the institution and provide sound decision support to senior leadership.
Analytical aptitude, collaborative nature, clear communicator, mission driven, experience with financial modeling and accounting (especially in higher education or not-for-profits)
Experience in IBM COGNOS or similar data reporting tool.
Advance Microsoft Excel skill level
Strong data aggregation, manipulation and analysis ability
Knowledge of sound financial management and budgeting practices and principles; proven ability to work independently in analyzing and resolving complex financial problems; experience with higher education or not-for-profit capital budgeting.
High level of analytical ability, emotional intelligence, and organizational, communication, and relational skill.

Benefits

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits.

Notes

Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Portland, ME
This position offers hybrid flexible work options (must be able to attend meetings and regularly scheduled days on Portland/Biddeford campus).
About The University of New England: UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings.
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.
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Posting Number: 2022PS0279P
Open Date: 02/07/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled