University of New EnglandBiddeford, MESimilar Jobs
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
Opening date: 10-06-2024
Closing date: not available
Responsibilities
Provide direction to the facilities managers, housekeeping supervisors, and the mechanical maintenance supervisors, and their teams.
Supervise and evaluate performance of all planned facility maintenance functions for University Campus(es) on a daily basis, as well as all unplanned/emergency response and repairs. This includes all University buildings and grounds, fleet vehicles and equipment, and custodial activities where applicable.
Supervise that all building systems are operating correctly including HVAC mechanical systems, food equipment, refrigeration, central plants, BAS controls, fire alarms, utilities.
Assist with internal and external department communications.
Maintain emergency response on-call rotations for both campuses, communicate with Security, act as back-up for either Facilities Manager.
Assist Director with oversight of custodial functions and grounds keeping operations.
Support Facilities Managers:Winter weather response efforts and provide support to Director with long-term vision.
Training requirements and handling disciplinary actions.
Support Facilities Managers with vendor management needs.
Support Facilities Managers with budgetary tracking and transfers.
Support Director in adjusting staffing models where needed.
Maintain database of future capital expense and deferred maintenance needs. Supervise execution of approved projects.
Lead resource for managing CMMS and tracking department productivity.
Establish and implement procedures to enhance the efficiency of central plant operations.
Ensure compliance with various external requirements and guidelines pertaining to operation of equipment and occupancy of buildings.
Confer regularly with senior administrators, department heads, and other University personnel to plan, coordinate and evaluate activities/projects/systems, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems, and other related duties.
Plan and administer/oversee appropriate records systems related to all department operations and capital improvement projects, including the development of automated inventory and work control systems.
Prepare a variety of administrative and management reports.
Stays current on technical and management methods related to assigned functions.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
Previous higher education or similar institutional experience desirable.
Broad base of technical knowledge and skills relevant to facilities management, including experience in project planning, estimating and oversight, materials and equipment purchasing, blueprint reading.
Good working knowledge of skilled trades.
Excellent planning, organizational, administrative, budget and personnel management skills.
Skilled with MS Office and online file management applications.
7-9 years of relevant technical and supervisory experience in facilities or construction management.
Able to deal effectively with a broad range of individuals/groups within and outside of University system.
Commit to actively fostering a welcoming culture of inclusion and diversity.
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
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.
University of New EnglandBiddeford, MESimilar Jobs
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
Opening date: 17-05-2024
Closing date: not available
Responsibilities
Design and develop educational materials, trainings, and onboarding curriculum related to RCR, research ethics, and compliance.
Coordinate and deliver training sessions to researchers (faculty, professional staff, students) related to RCR, research ethics and compliance.
Facilitate research-related on-boarding activities for new faculty/professional staff and the research off-boarding process for faculty/professional staff departing the institution.
Provide guidance to researchers on institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices in RCR, research ethics and compliance.
Assist with the development of assessment tools and mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness of RCR education programs and recommend improvements.
Maintain records and documentation of training participation and generate reports to demonstrate compliance and educational outcomes.
Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and institutional leaders to identify educational needs and opportunities for improvement.
Stay informed of changes in research ethics regulations, ethical standards, and best practices to ensure RCR programs are up-to-date and compliant with NIH and NSF federal program requirements.
May take the lead on special projects as assigned by the UNE Director of Research Integrity.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field (such as ethics, education, science, or a related area).
3 years of experience in research administration or related compliance experience (e.g., IACUC, IBC, IRB).
Prior experience in coordinating and delivering RCR education programs is desirable.
Familiarity with research ethics, regulatory requirements, and best practices in responsible conduct of research.
Experience in curriculum development and educational program design.
Strong project management, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment in the Office of Research Integrity.
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
This is a hybrid, full-time position (40 hours per week) that requires 2-3 days of work in the office each week, with travel to both the Biddeford and Portland campuses.
The candidate must be able to attend meetings and regularly scheduled days on both campuses.
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.
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
University of New EnglandBiddeford, MESimilar Jobs
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
Opening date: 17-05-2024
Closing date: not available
Responsibilities
Inform and advise students and parents, both in person and on the phone, regarding: available aid programs; eligibility criteria; application and award processes; debt history; loan obligations, etc.
Assist in completing and processing applications.
Compile all required forms and other documentation needed to accompany applications prior to Director’s review and award decision.
Prepare loan applications for electronic or manual processing.
Prepare notices of student separations for lending institutions.
Perform various liaison functions with lending agencies in investigating loan application problems, tracking application status, and so forth.
Maintain a variety of general and specialized financial aid files and other manual records.
Perform a variety of data entry and information retrieval tasks using computerized financial aid information systems.
Compile information from computerized and manual records for various internal and external reports on financial aid activities and programs.
Confer regularly with supervisor, financial aid staff, business office staff, and various other University personnel to coordinate activities, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems, and so forth.
Assist the Director with special projects and other regular financial aid functions as assigned.
Maintain a good working knowledge of relevant federal regulations, laws and standards pertaining to student financial aid.
Perform other related duties as necessary.
Requirements
Associate’s Degree plus two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
Good typing, filing and other general office skills.
Good reading, writing and math skills.
Good administrative skills.
Basic advising skills.
Some relevant experience in maintaining a moderately complex manual and computerized information system.
Ability to understand and explain to others technical regulations governing student financial assistance programs.
Ability to deal effectively with students, parents and other University personnel, frequently regarding sensitive and confidential financial matters.
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
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.
University of New EnglandBiddeford, MESimilar 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.