Director of Early College Partnerships

Are you a dynamic relationship-builder with a passion for student success? Do you thrive on connecting higher education with local communities? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for an energetic, visionary leader to step into the role of Director of Early College Partnerships!

Based on our vibrant campus in Farmington, Maine, this exempt, full-time position is your chance to expand educational horizons for high school students across the state. If you want to bridge the gap between secondary schools and university life while making a lasting institutional impact, we want to hear from you.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the anticipated annual salary for this position is up to $58,000 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.

Complete Job Description

As the Director of Early College Partnerships, you aren't just managing enrollment—you are building pathways to the future. You will be the face of UMF’s early college programs, working directly with K-12 partners, high school counselors, parents, and academic departments to give Maine students a head start on their college journey. From coordinating concurrent enrollment to leading the charge on national accreditation (NACEP), your work will shape the strategic growth of our campus community.

• Forge Powerful Alliances: Act as the primary liaison to public and private high schools, visiting campuses to recruit, inspire, and orient future Beavers.
• Drive Innovation: Develop and implement plans to expand program delivery through both face-to-face and distance learning modalities.
• Champion Student Success: Create robust systems of support—including orientations, academic coaching, and progress tracking—to ensure early college students thrive.
• Collaborate Across Campus: Partner with Admissions, Division Chairs, Financial Services, and the University of Maine System (UMS) to ensure a seamless, student-centered experience.
• Lead Accreditation: Maintain high-quality standards by guiding the program through the NECHE and NACEP initial accreditation and renewal timelines.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience developing programmatic partnerships or related work.
• Core Skills: Outstanding communication skills, a collaborative spirit, sharp problem-solving abilities, and a high comfort level with modern digital tools (Google Suite, Zoom, ExplorEC, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• 3 to 5 years of experience developing strategic partnerships.
• Experience teaching or working closely with high school or collegiate students.
• A strong understanding of student support services and academic divisions.

• 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 Thursday, July 23, 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