Position Title: Data Management Technician (CL2) Campus: Fort Kent Department: Admissions - KADMS Bargaining Unit: COLT Salary/Wage Band: B23 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday. Occasional evening, early mornings, weekends or holidays may be required. Location: Fort Kent ME Statement of the Job: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement Internal Candidates May Apply starting March 27, 2024 External Candidates are Welcome to Apply on or after April 4, 2024 The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking applicants for the position of Data Management Technician (CL2). This is a full time, hourly position that provides support and assistance within the Admissions Department. The regular on campus office hours will be 8:00-4:30 with the occasional need to work evenings, early mornings, weekends or holidays to assist with campus events. The following are essential duties (in addition to the job description (https://mycampus.maine.edu/documents/10217/12556251/UMS+Data+Management+Technician+05-02-2012.docx/5af0a278-ae40-4ce9-1fe3-e6611d74358a) ) for this position:
Operates complex and integrated Student Information Systems (MaineStreet/PeopleSoft, Salesforce, ImageNow, and other systems) which includes management of all data input and output - reviews all information entered by various sources for accuracy.
Works closely with Shared Processing Center on data management and coordinates all mailings to include acceptance packets. Responsible for reporting major problems to the supervisor.
Process all documents through ImageNow - reviews and processes every document associated with every application for admissions. Determines if documents are official or not official status, ensures that all documents are being processed according to a set of rules related to document processing.
Supervise up to 6 work student employees. Manage the hiring and training of all student employees. Manages and is responsible for their daily work assignments.
Manage budgetary areas for processing all department bills/invoices to include assurance that bills are being paid on time and are accurately processed.
Prepare Student Visa documentation for all incoming international students - review 1final documentation, enter all relevant information into SEVIS, and oversee the process of mailing documentation to students overseas.
Acts are onsite general office manager - oversees all office functions related to data management and day-to-day functioning of the front office. Final decision maker in the absence of admissions staff during peak recruiting seasons.
Oversee Campus Visit Scheduling - coordinates scheduling for over 100 individual and group campus visits yearly, which includes scheduling with a variety of offices on campus, faculty, tour guides, and lunches.
The starting rate is $19.59 for a new hire or the appropriate transfer rate for a current employee within the ACSUM collective bargaining unit. In addition the University will contribute up to a 4% matching contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers a wellness program.
About the University:
Located on the northernmost border of Maine, the University of Maine at Fort Kent is a career-focused campus offering relevant, experiential, academic programs and services with personalized attention. UMFK’s diverse student population enjoys the opportunity to live and learn in a beautiful, natural setting and a caring, friendly atmosphere where they thrive as engaged members of the community.
Our vision is that UMFK will transform students into professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to meet the evolving demands of a modern workforce.
Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries.
The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley and forests of New England provide UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. The University and surrounding communities also play important roles in preserving, cultivating, and celebrating the Franco-American/Acadian culture in the St. John Valley and housing one of two Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes in the nation. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 people who are active in various festivals, community gatherings, and civic work. UMFK is embedded near the center of town allowing easy access to amenities and the community at large.
UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.
Qualifications:
Required:
Six months of related specialized training beyond highschool
Data processing experience
Experience utilizing and managing databases
Ability to compose, edit and review various types of correspondence and documents
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred:
Experience working in an academic or university setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Officesuite and other software applications
Other Information:
Materials must be submitted via “Apply For Position” within the job posting (https://umfk.hiretouch.com/) . You will need to create an applicant profile, complete an application (which includes contact information for three professional references), and upload a cover letter and a resume/curriculum vitae which fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications. You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form. If all actions do not show under your profile please refresh your screen to ensure a complete application is submitted.
Review of applications begins immediately. To ensure full consideration, materials should be submitted by April 17, 2024. Materials received after that date will be considered at the discretion of the University.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
The University is not able to consider applicants who require sponsorship at this time.
The University of Maine at Fort Kent is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status and gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Office of Equal Opportunity, University of Maine, 101 North Stevens Hall, Orono, ME 04469, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Length:
Fiscal Year (12 Months)
Required Documents:
Cover Letter, Resume/CV