Shape the Future at UMF: Admissions & Financial Aid Counselor
Are you a dynamic communicator who loves helping students unlock their future? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for a versatile Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor to serve as a vital bridge between prospective students, their families, and our vibrant campus community!
In this exciting hybrid liaison role, you will split your expertise between Admissions and Financial Aid, guiding future Farmington students through every step of their journey-from their very first college fair to understanding their financial aid awards.
Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the anticipated annual salary for this position is up to $46,300 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits (https://drive.google.com/file/d/13wXCXpRZXB83huA4dGJi7bmIvM7mNhI9/view?usp=sharing) include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.
What You'll Do
Be the Face of UMF: Represent Farmington as an enthusiastic ambassador on and off campus, delivering high-energy public presentations, info sessions, and panels.
Hit the Road: Lead 8 to 12 weeks of recruitment travel each year to high schools, college fairs, receptions, and community organizations, along with coverage for 4 to 8 weekend campus events annually.
Guide & Connect: Evaluate prospective candidates in your assigned territory while building meaningful relationships with prospective inquiries, admitted students, families, faculty, coaches, and staff.
Demystify Financial Aid: Counsel families and prospective student-athletes on scholarship opportunities, the financial aid process, award packages, and checklist completion.
Innovate & Collaborate: Partner with UMF's Peer-to-Peer Financial Literacy and Education Program to design engaging financial education initiatives for incoming families.
Why You'll Love It
Dual Impact: Work directly under the collaborative guidance of both the Director of Admissions and the Associate Director of Financial Aid.
Modern Toolkit: Leverage leading platforms including Salesforce, MaineStreet (PeopleSoft), Perceptive Content, Apsona, Concur, and modern social tools.
Community Connection: Help students-including those from marginalized or underrepresented backgrounds-achieve their higher education dreams.
Job Description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BAQ3DknuWJqPc3UjdRkHb5Bfri0dYeAg/view?usp=drive_link)
Qualifications
Required:
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience.
Key Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; strong problem-solving and adaptable disposition; ability to manage sensitive, confidential financial details with care.
Preferred:
Prior experience in Higher Education, Admissions (recruitment, territory management, yield events), or Financial Aid (FAFSA processing, counseling, managing loans/scholarships).
Application Requirements:
Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for three (3) professional references
We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Friday, September 25, 2026.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.
The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF's licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.
Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report (https://www.umf.maine.edu/publicsafety/annual-security-report/) . If you have any questions, contact UMF Dept. of Public, Safety / Campus Police, University of Maine at Farmington, 149 Quebec Street, Farmington, Maine 04938-1994 tel 207-778-7400UMF
About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .
